Covestro Makrolon 2805 Hot Sale PC Resin
Covestro Makrolon 2805 is a high – performance polycarbonate (PC) from Covestro, with excellent heat and chemical resistance.
Physical Properties
- Bulk Density: Measured for pellets per ISO 60, bulk density is 0.600 g/cc (0.0217 lb/in³), indicating packing density in granular form.
- Density: Determined by ISO 1183-1, density is 1.20 g/cc (0.0434 lb/in³), a key parameter for mass-to-volume ratio.
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium: At 50% RH per ISO 62, moisture absorption is 0.12%, ensuring stability in humid environments.
- Water Absorption at Saturation: As per ISO 62, water absorption at saturation is 0.35%, critical for water-resistant applications.
- Water Vapor Transmission: Per ISO 15106-1, rate is 15.0 g/m²/day (0.966 g/100 in²/day) for moisture barrier assessment.
- Oxygen Transmission: 100 µm film: 650 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (1650 cc-mil) per ISO 2556; 25.4 µm film: 2760 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (7010 cc-mil).
- Nitrogen Transmission: 100 µm film: 120 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (305 cc-mil) per ISO 2556; 25.4 µm film: 510 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (1300 cc-mil).
- Carbon Dioxide Transmission: 100 µm film: 3800 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (9650 cc-mil) per ISO 2556; 25.4 µm film: 16900 cc-mm/m²-24hr-atm (42900 cc-mil).
- Linear Mold Shrinkage: Ranges 0.0060–0.0080 cm/cm (in/in) per ISO 2577, indicating dimensional change in molding.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: For 60x60x2 mm samples at 500 bar (ISO 294-4), flow shrinkage is 0.0065 cm/cm (0.0065 in/in).
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Transverse: At 500 bar (ISO 294-4), transverse shrinkage is 0.0070 cm/cm (0.0070 in/in) for molded parts.
- Melt Flow: Per ISO 1133, melt flow rate is 10 g/10 min at 300°C (572°F) under 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) load, reflecting processability.
Polymer Properties:
- Base Material: Polycarbonate (PC)
- Modification Features:
- High – performance impact resistance, ideal for demanding applications.
- Excellent heat resistance for high – temperature environments.
- Good chemical resistance for exposure to various substances.
- Superior optical quality for optical applications.
Applications:
The balanced properties of Makrolon 2805 make it suitable for numerous applications across different industries, particularly where durability, clarity, and heat resistance are required.
- Electrical & Electronic: Its good electrical insulation properties, coupled with heat resistance and toughness, make it a suitable material for components in electrical housings and electronic enclosures.
- Automotive Industry: The material can be used for various interior and exterior parts where clarity and impact resistance are needed, such as lenses and some dashboard components.
- General Engineering: Its combination of strength, heat resistance, and transparency makes it a go-to choice for a wide array of industrial and consumer goods.