BASF Ultraform W2320 Aqua AT POM Resin

Physical Properties

• Density: The material’s density is 1.41 g/cc in metric and 0.0509 lb/in³ in English, measured per ISO 1183, indicating its mass per unit volume.
• Water Absorption: This property shows 0.20% absorption in both metric and English units at equilibrium with 50% RH, per ISO 62, reflecting moisture uptake.
• Water Absorption at Saturation: The material absorbs 0.80% water in both metric and English units when saturated, tested under ISO 62 standard.
• Maximum Moisture Content: Recorded at 0.15 in both metric and English units, this indicates the highest moisture level, per ISO 62.
• Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: Measured at 0.020 cm/cm in metric and 0.020 in/in in English per ISO 294-4, showing shrinkage along the flow direction.
• Linear Mold Shrinkage, Transverse: Recorded as 0.021 cm/cm in metric and 0.021 in/in in English per ISO 294-4, indicating transverse shrinkage.
• Melt Flow: The melt flow rate is 25 g/10 min at 190°C with a 2.16 kg load in metric, and 25 g/10 min at 374°F with a 4.76 lb load in English, per ISO 1133.

Polymer Properties:

1. Base Material: Polyoxymethylene (POM)
2. Key Features
   
   • Excellent resistance to water and aqueous environments, making it suitable for applications involving moisture.
   • High – quality surface finish, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of parts and reducing the need for additional finishing processes.
   • Good mechanical properties retention in wet conditions, ensuring long – term performance in water – related applications.
   • Good compatibility with other materials, allowing for easy integration in multi – material assemblies.

Applications:

The combination of excellent hot water resistance, high stiffness, and dimensional stability makes Ultraform W2320 Aqua AT a primary choice for a variety of technical components in fluid-handling systems.

• Plumbing and Water Systems: Ideal for hot & cold water plumbing components such as fittings, valves, spouts, and shower heads. 
• Appliance Components: Used for internal components of appliances like washing machines and dishwashers that are in constant contact with hot water.
• Water Treatment and Filtration: Suitable for parts in water filtration systems and purification equipment where contact with water is constant and chemical resistance is required.