SABIC Innovative Plastics LEXAN® SP6400R Polycarbonate, Unfilled, Injection Grade
Subcategory: Polycarbonate; Polymer; Thermoplastic
Close Analogs: Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) announced on August 31st, 2007, the completion of its purchase of GE Plastics.
Material Notes: Data for 3.2 mm (1/8 in) samples unless otherwise noted. Data provided by GE Plastics.
Physical Properties | Original Value | Comments |
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Density | 1.17 g/cc | ASTM D792 |
Linear Mold Shrinkage | 0.005 - 0.007 cm/cm | 3.2 mm sample |
Melt Flow | 28 g/10 min | 300°C/1.2kg; ASTM D1238 |
Mechanical Properties |
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Tensile Strength, Ultimate | 55 MPa | ASTM D638 |
Elongation at Break | 100 % | ASTM D638 |
Flexural Modulus | 2.1 GPa | 3.2 mm sample; ASTM D790 |
Flexural Yield Strength | 79 MPa | ASTM D790 |
Izod Impact, Notched | 6.9 J/cm | 3.2 mm sample; ASTM D256 |
Izod Impact, Notched, Low Temp | 6.4 J/cm | -40°C; 3.2 mm sample; ASTM D256 |
Thermal Properties |
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Deflection Temperature at 1.8 MPa (264 psi) | 95 °C | 3.2 mm (1/8 in.) sample; ASTM D648 |
Processing Properties |
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Processing Temperature | 248 - 271 °C | Suggested injection molding melt temperature |
Mold Temperature | 48 - 82 °C | |
Drying Temperature | 107 °C | |
Dry Time | 3 - 4 hour | 24 hr Max |
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