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Features & Benefits
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Low smoke, low toxicity, halogen free, flame retardant thermoplastic flexible compound mainly used in cable sheathing applications but also can be used as cable insulation. Perfect solution for when high mechanical and flexibility performance are required.
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Properties
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Value Units Test Method / Conditions Elongation at Break 270 % IEC 60811-501 Elongation at Break (After Thermal Aging: 168 Hours at 100ºC) -12 % Variation IEC 60811-401 Elongation at Break (After Thermal Aging: 168 Hours at 70ºC) -12 % Variation IEC 60811-401 Tensile Strength (at Break) 11.5 N/mm² IEC 60811-501 Tensile Strength (After Thermal Aging: 168 Hours at 100ºC) -5 % Variation IEC 60811-401 Tensile Strength (After Thermal Aging: 168 Hours at 70ºC) -25 % Variation IEC 60811-401 - Physical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Density 1.46 g/cm³ BS EN ISO 1183-3 Tear Strength 10 N/mm BS 6469-99.1 - Fire & Smoke Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Limiting Oxygen Index 32 % BS ISO 4589-2 Temperature Index 270 °C BS ISO 4589-3 Temperature Index 518 °F BS ISO 4589-3 - Thermo-Mechanical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Cold Bend (at -30°C) Pass No Cracks IEC 60811-504 Cold Impact (at -30°C) Pass - IEC 60811-506 Elongation at Break: (at -30°C) 60 (Pass) % IEC 60811-505 Hot Pressure Deformation (at 80°C) 30 % IEC 60811-508
Technical Details & Test Data
- Processing
Extruder: An extruder with an L/D ratio (length/diameter) between 15 and 24 and a screw with a compression ratio 1.2:1 are recommended.
Extruder Temperature Conditions: It is important that the melt temperature is not allowed to increase above 160°C.
Zone #1 Zone #2 Zone #3 Zone #4 Head Die Celsius 130°C 140°C 145°C 150°C 160°C 160°C Fahrenheit 266°F 284°F 293°F 302°F 320°F 320°F This profile will vary slightly depending on extruder type, head design and output
Screw Water Temperature: Not mandatory, if present we recommend 40°-60°C
Recommended Screen Pack: Spacer ring or breaker plate only
Head & Tool Design: The head and tools should be so designed as to allow streamlined flow of material. To obtain the optimum in physical properties in the case of tubing tools, a maximum draw down ratio of 1.5:1 is recommended to avoid internal stresses.Color Masterbatches: EVA, preferable, and PE based color masterbatches including black, up to a maximum of 1%, have no detrimental effect on the properties. It is recommended that all masterbatches should be thoroughly dried before use for 8 hours at 60°C or 4 hours at 80°C in a de-humidifying drier.
Packaging & Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Shelf Life
This material has unlimited shelf life. The following storage conditions are recommended:
- Packaging should remain sealed
- Avoid storage outside and in direct sunlight.