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| Convert Imperial | Deg C |
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|---|---|---|
| Mold | 80 - 120 |
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| Melt | 280 - 320 |
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| Max Temp | 320 |
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| Drying | 100 - 120 |
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| Injection Speed | Typically High |
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| Purge | HDPE, PMMA, GPPS |
Physical Characteristics
| Structure | Amorphous |
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|---|---|---|
| Opacity | Transparent |
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| Physical | Very Tough |
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| SG | 1.21 |
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| Shrinkage | 0.2 to 0.8% |
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Deg C |
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| Melting Point | 220 |
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| HDT | 100 - 138 |
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| Service Temp | 120 |
Polycarbonate is strong, stiff, hard, transparent and maintains its properties over a wide range of temperatures and can be used in high temperature applications.
Applications include: automotive headlamps, glazing, electrical appliance housings, CD's, DVD's & medical applications.
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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