AquaGraft® 8020

AquaGraft® 8020 is Polyethylene moisture curable system that allows customers to crosslink polymer systems without investing in expensive curing processes.The EPR based systems provide improved flexibility while maintaining high performance properties

Brand: AquaGraft (15 products)

Polymer Name: Ethylene Propylene Copolymer

Processing Methods: Extrusion

Additives Included: Flame Retardant

Density: 1480.0 - 1480.0 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

Additives Included
Chemical Family
Polymer Name
Technologies
Product Families
Type

HFFR Polyolefin Insulation/Jacket

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Cure Method
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Applications
  • AquaGraft® 8020 is designed for use in various applications including building wire, control cables, tray cables, photovoltaic, power and telecom cable jacketing applications, and other specifications requiring superior flame, thermal, and mechanical properties. This two-component system, when blended in the appropriate blend ratio, will yield a finished compound which will allow the cable to pass various industry recognized flame and cable tests.
Applications

Control, PV, Shipboard, Telecom

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Durometer (Shore A)98--
Tensile Strength1600psi -
Elongation190%-
Specific Gravity1.48g/cm³-
Tear Resistance41lbs/in-
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hot Creep Elongation (15 Minutes at 150°C)25%-
Hot Creep Elongation (15 Minutes at 150°C)23%-
Retained Elongation (7 Days in 150°C Air Oven)72%-
Retained Elongation (902 Oil - 4 Hours 70°C)75%-
Retained Elongation (Diesel - 24 Hours 49°C)65%-
Retained Elongation (diesel 24 Hours at 23°C)60%-
Retained Elongation (Hydraulic Fluid 24 Hours at 49°C)68%-
Retained Elongation (lubricating Oil 24 Hours at 49°C)94%-
Retained Elongation (Methanol 24 Hours at 23°C)97%-
Retained Tensile (7 Days in 150°C Air Oven)144%-
Retained Tensile (902 Oil - 4 Hours 70°C)90%-
Retained Tensile (Diesel 24 Hours at 49°C)67%-
Retained Tensile (Diesel 24 Hours at 23°C)75%-
Retained Tensile (Hydraulic Fluid 24 Hours at 49°C)71%-
Retained Tensile (Lubricating Oil 24 Hours at 49°C)92%-
Retained Tensile (Methanol 24 Hours at 23°C)92%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories
Quality Standards
Specifications

When extruded and cured consistent with standard safe and acceptable wire and cable industry practices, cable insulated with AquaGraft® 8020 is designed to comply with the requirements as specified in the following standards. It is important to note that overall cable construction plays an important role in flame, fluid, and electrical performance.
IEEE 1202 - FT4 Flame Exposure
IEEE 383/UL-1685
ICEA S-73-532/ NYC Transit
TUV 2Pfg1169:2007
EN 50618:2014

Certification
  • Certified Test Results including physical test data are included with each shipment.

Technical Details & Test Data

Processing

AquaGraft® 8020 is engineered for processing on conventional extrusion equipment. It is recommended that these products be processed using a greater than 20:1 extruder with a high shear screw with adequate mixing sections. The compound supplied is in the cleanest state and is of the highest quality; however, the use of a breaker plate with a screen pack of approximately 20/20 or 20/40 mesh is recommended for optimal rheological flow and steady back pressure.


A high level of care in storage of CMB-6001 to minimize exposure to moisture is recommended to ensure that there is no degradation.


Pre-heating of the conductor may be recommended depending on cable construction and specific processing conditions.


Pre-drying of the AquaGraft® is generally recommended prior to use for 4 hrs. at 150F.


The following conditions are given as a guide for processing:

Temperature Profile

°F

ºC

Zone 1 (feed):

300

149

Zone 2:

320

160

Zone 3:

330

165

Zone 4:

340

171

Crosshead:

340

171

Die:

350

177

 

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
  • 2200 pounds (997.9 Kg) per box
  • 200 pounds (90.7 Kg) per fiber drum
  • PE Liners
  • Use within 12 months of manufacturing date

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • A high level of care in storage to minimize exposure to moisture is recommended to ensure that there is no degradation of the CMB 6001. Once opened, CMB-6001 should be consumed immediately to avoid any premature gelling due to environmental moisture.
Handling
  • To ensure health and safety, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available and should be consulted prior to use.