SABIC PP 518P Polypropylene Homopolymer for Fiber Applications
| Port | Ningbo port,China |
| Trade Terms | FOB, CFR, CIF |
| Payment Terms | L/C, T/T, Western Union |
Description
Material Notes:
Product Description: PP 518P is a PP homopolymer with a broad molecular weight distribution intended for fiber extrusion applications.PP 518P has the following features:Consistent processabilityGood thread line stabilityGood gas fading resistanceTypical Applications: PP 518P is particularly suitable for producing bulk continuous filament (BCF), continuous filament (CF) and staple fiber yarns for carpet pile and upholstery.Information provided by SABIC.
| Physical Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 0.905 g/cc | 0.0327 lb/in³ | ASTM D792 |
| Melt Flow | 24 g/10 min
@Load 2.16 kg,
Temperature 230 °C |
24 g/10 min
@Load 4.76 lb,
Temperature 446 °F |
ASTM D1238 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness, Rockwell R | 100 | 100 | ASTM D785 |
| Tensile Strength, Yield | 32.0 MPa | 4640 psi | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation at Yield | 12 % | 12 % | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Modulus, 1% Secant | 1550 MPa | 225000 psi | ASTM D790A |
| Izod Impact, Notched | 0.300 J/cm | 0.562 ft-lb/in | ASTM D256 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deflection Temperature at 0.46 MPa (66 psi) | 118 °C | 244 °F | ASTM D648 |
| Vicat Softening Point | 152 °C | 306 °F | ASTM D1525B |
| Processing Properties | Metric | English | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing Temperature | 210 – 250 °C | 410 – 482 °F | Barrel Temperature |
