BASF Ultraform W2320 003 PRO POM Resin
BASF Ultraform W2320 003 PRO is a specialized polyoxymethylene (POM) grade designed for demanding applications, particularly in the medical technology sector.
Physical Properties
- Density: The material has a density of 1.40 g/cc in metric units and 0.0506 lb/in³ in English units, as per ISO 1183 standard, indicating its mass per unit volume.
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium: This property shows 0.20% absorption in both metric and English units at 23°C and 50% RH, according to ISO 62, reflecting its moisture retention capacity.
- Water Absorption at Saturation: The material absorbs 0.80% water in both metric and English units, tested under ISO 62, highlighting its water retention when fully saturated.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: Measured at 0.020 cm/cm in metric and 0.020 in/in in English per ISO 2527, this indicates the shrinkage along the flow direction during molding.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Transverse: Recorded as 0.021 cm/cm in metric and 0.021 in/in in English per ISO 2527, showing transverse shrinkage during the molding process.
- Melt Flow: The melt flow rate is 35 g/10 min at 190°C with a 2.16 kg load in metric, and 35 g/10 min at 374°F with a 4.76 lb load in English, per ISO 1133.
Polymer Properties:
- Base Material: Polyoxymethylene (POM)
- Key Features
- High – strength formulation, providing exceptional load – bearing capacity in heavy – duty applications.
- Precise molecular structure for enhanced performance, ensuring consistent quality and reliability.
- Good resistance to deformation under stress, maintaining the shape and functionality of parts over time.
- Advanced processing characteristics, enabling the production of high – precision parts with complex geometries.
Applications:
The combination of excellent processability, high stiffness, and dimensional stability makes Ultraform W2320 003 PRO a primary choice for a variety of demanding technical components, especially where production efficiency is a key consideration.
- Mechanical and Industrial Components: It is an excellent material for high-volume parts in machinery and industrial equipment, such as precision gears, bearing housings, and other moving parts where durability and low friction are essential.
- Automotive Parts: Ideal for automotive interior parts such as dashboard panels, lock components, and various structural brackets, due to its reliable performance and low emissions.
- Appliance and Consumer Goods: Employed in the production of durable and high-performance components for appliances like washing machines and vacuum cleaners, where a fast production rate is required to meet market demand.