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Low Density Polyethylene
Processing LDPE
| Convert Imperial | Deg C |
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|---|---|---|
| Mold | 20 - 60 |
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| Melt | 180 - 220 |
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| Max Temp | 280 |
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| Drying | 80 Rarely |
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| Injection Speed | Medium to High |
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| Purge | LDPE |
Physical Characteristics
| Structure | Crystalline |
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|---|---|---|
| Opacity | Translucent |
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| Physical | Flexible, Waxy Surface |
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| SG | 0.92 |
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| Shrinkage | 2.0 to 3.0% |
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Deg C |
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| Melting Point | 100 |
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| HDT | 40 - 67 |
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| Service Temp | 46 |
LDPE is generally easy to process, over a wide range of conditions.
Applications include: Pipe couplings, storage, seals & closures, .
Information provided as a guide only, consult your material supplier for more specific data.
Visit www.imtechdesign.com for datasheets and design guides.
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