SBC818R50 is a low-density polyethylene specifically designed for coating processes. This grade showcases exceptional optical properties, low neck-in, film stability, and strong adhesion on porous substrates. It is free from additives. Notably, it possesses a minimum carbon biobased content of 50%, as determined by ASTM D6866.

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Polymer Name: Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Extrusion Coating

Melt Flow Index: 8.3 - 8.3 g/10 min

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ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength (at Break, MD) ¹25MPaASTM D882
Tensile Strength (at Break, TD) ¹20MPaASTM D882
Elongation (at Break, MD) ¹380%ASTM D882
Elongation (at Break, TD) ¹870%ASTM D882
Dart Drop Impact Strength ¹64.0g/F50ASTM D1709
Elmendorf Tear Strength (TD) ¹56gFASTM D1922
Haze ¹8%ASTM D1003
Gloss (Angle 60°) ¹76%ASTM D2457
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant, MD)70MPaD 882
Flexural Modulus (1% Secant, TD)70MPaD 882
Control Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melt Flow Rate (at 190°C, 2.16kg)8.3g/10 minASTM D1238
Density0.918g/cm³ASTM D1505
Note
  • 1 LDPE: 25 μm thick film, obtained from a 75 mm extruder, with blow up ratio of 2:1, die gap 1 mm and Die rate 1,75 kg/h.cm (MD = Machine Direction and TD = Transversal Direction).
  • 2 ND: Not Determined.
  • 3 25 μm thick film, temperature: 38° C, 100% RH.

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