Propylux® M
(polypropylene) |
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Through process improvement and
advanced engineering, Westlake Plastics introduces the next
generation of heat-stabilized polypropylene. Propylux M is
produced from a FDA approved homopolymer resin, and exhibits
better heat and dimensional stability over Propylux.
The following physical property
information is based on typical values of the base polypropylene
resins. |
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Mechanical Properties |
| |
Units |
ASTM Test |
Result |
| Compressive Strength @ yield |
psi |
D695 |
6,880 |
| Flexural Modulus |
psi |
D790 |
329,000 |
| Flexural Strength |
psi |
D790 |
9,370 |
| Hardness-Rockwell R |
- |
D785 |
R100 |
| Izod Impact Strength Notched |
ft·lbs/in |
D256 |
3.0 |
| Izod Impact Strength Un-notched |
ft·lbs/in |
D256 |
no break |
| Tensile Elongation @break |
% |
D638 |
70.0 |
| Tensile Elongation @yield |
% |
D638 |
5.0 |
| Tensile Modulus |
psi |
D638 |
319,000 |
| Tensile Strength @break |
psi |
D638 |
4,230 |
| Tensile Strength @yield |
psi |
D638 |
4,970 |
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Thermal Properties |
| |
Units |
ASTM Test |
Result |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
in/in/°F |
D696 |
4.37 x 10-5 |
| Heat Deflection Temp. @66 psi |
°F |
D648 |
309 |
| Heat Deflection Temp. @264 psi |
°F |
D648 |
201 |
| Flam. Rating-UL94 |
- |
- |
HB |
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Other Properties |
| |
Units |
ASTM Test |
Result |
| Specific Gravity |
- |
D792 |
.92 |
| Water Absorption @24 hours |
% |
D570 |
0.01 |
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| Applications
Include: |
| • Tanks/tank covers |
| • Food strainers |
| • Hot fillers |
| • Welding cabinetry |
| • Etching rinse tubs |
| • Glove boxes |
| • Cutting board |
| • Fan shroud and blades |
| Advantages of
Propylux® M: |
| • Excellent chemical resistance |
| • Lot controlled and traceable |
| • Low moisture absorption |
| • FDA resin |
| • Superior dimensional stability |
| Manufacturing
Capabilities: |
| Sheet: 3/4” to 21/2” thick |
| Sheet Sizes: 24”x48” 48”x96”
48”x120” |
| Rod: 3/8” to 4” diameter |
| Color/Grades: |
| Standard: Natural (custom colors
available). |
| *In addition to our standard
capabilities, Westlake also has the ability to process custom
resins in various sizes and colors with some exceptions. |
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