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Universal Polyamide Overmold Thermoplastic Elastomer - White Paper
White Paper
What's the Difference?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Automotive General Design Technology Guide.pdf
COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED
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IP Components
Door Trim
Console
Seat Back Panel
Talc-Filled PP/
TPO
Metallic
Metallic
(larger flakes - mimics paint)
Granite
Granite
(specks)
Marble
Lower Pillars
Quarter Trim Panel
Seat Side Shield
PP (unfilled)
Granite
Granite
(specks)
OnColor REC Colorants
(seat shields)
Marble
Upper Pillar Trim
Grab Handles
Headliner
TPO
Bright Colors
(grab handles)
Granite
(fibers - minimal pillars)
Shifter Knobs TPU
Metallic
Laser Marking
Granite
Marble
COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED
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Door Trim Pull Cup
Console Cupholder Bezels
Console Decorative Bezels/
Trim Rings
ABS
Metallic
(bright chromatic colors)
Metallic
Marble
Laser Marking
(pattern on metallic)
Shade Mirrors
Rearview Mirror
Overhead Console
Bin Tray
PC+ABS
Marble
Granite
Headrest Guides HDPE Metallic
Bin & Pullcup Mats
Cupholders
Overmolding
TPE
Laser Marking
Marble
Granite
Sun Visor Vanity Frame
Door Handle Bezels
Switch Bezels
Armrest Pullcup
GF PA Metallic
A/C Vent Vanes
Door Handle
Seat Handle
Carpet Clips
GF PA
Metallic
Granite
COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED
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Lower Pillars
Quarter Trim Panel
Seat Side Shield
POM
Metallic
Metallic
Granite
Bezels
Lenses
PMMA Translucent/Tint/Fluorescent
Bezels
Lenses
ASA Light Diffusion
Exterior Badging
Exterior Mirrors
ASA
Metallic
Laser Marking
Metallic
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Solid Metal
Various Shades
Larger Flakes
LASER MARK PATTERN
on Metallic
LASER MARKING
GRANITE
Specks
GRANITE
Fibers
MARBLE
TRANSLUCENT/
TINT/FLUORESCENT
LIGHT DIFFUSION
ONCOLOR™ REC POLYMER COLORANTS
Color concentrate derived from recycled content such as end-of-life tires
• Sustainable alternative to virgin carbon black
• Retains performance characteristics of traditional carbon black
• Available for multiple resins and custom solutions
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Specific Versaflex OM grades have been specially formulated to bond to PC, ABS,
nylon 6/6, PC/ABS, and PPO.
The Versollan™ OM series are TPU alloys specifically
designed for thin-wall overmolding (both insert and two-shot molding) onto PC, ABS, and
PC/ABS substrates.
Natural, light-colored or clear formulations will more easily
show contamination or discoloration.
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LEDs & Lighting
Automotive Lighting
Trucking Lighting
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Protection against the Elements
For speaker gaskets and seals, Versaflex™ CE (40 Shore A) replaces separate O-rings with an overmolded, internal part that firmly bonds to polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS), copolyester, or PC/ABS without adhesives.
Durability with a Silky Feel
For speaker skins, Versaflex™ CE (80 Shore A) supplies a softer, silkier feel than TPUs while also delivering durability via resistance to abrasion, UV light and sunscreen chemicals.
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UV STABILIZER/COLOR COMBINATIONS
• Combines color and UV stabilization for use
in PP and PA
• Ingredients screened with accelerated
weather testing*
• Excellent weather resistance properties
(against chalking, embrittlement)
• Long-term colorfastness and light stability
UV STABILIZER/FLAME RETARDANT/
COLOR COMBINATIONS
• Combines low halogen flame retardants,
UV stabilizers and color for use in PP and PA
• Ingredients screened with accelerated
weather testing*
• Excellent weather resistance properties
(against chalking, embrittlement)
• Compliant with local fire standards (e.g.:
AFNOR M 2 in France, DIN 4102 B 2–B 1 in
Germany, UNI 8457–9174 C 1 in Italy, BKZ 5.2
in Switzerland, BS 5852.1990 CRIB 3–5 in UK)**
• Standard portfolio available for PP injection
molded applications
APPLICATION BULLETIN
* Laboratory weathering testing may not be determinative of all conditions of use;
the end user must determine suitability of a product for its intended use
** Contact us for more information on regulatory compliance
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COLOR RAL REFERENCE COLOR RAL REFERENCE
1015 Brown/12 6026 Green/14
1034 Yellow/14 6032 Green/20
1018 Yellow/19 7004 Grey/21
1003 Yellow/20 8025 Brown/14
3020 Red/15 9022 Pearl Grey/1
5005 Blue/35 9010 White/5
5000 Blue/36
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Available in masterbatch solutions, these beautiful
effects are formulated with:
• organic waste materials, such as
almond shells
• glitter flakes
• synthetic fibers
• special effects, such as speckles
and pearlescents
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Available in standard or custom finishes
• Cost effective replacement for marble, granite,
and other expensive and heavy materials across
many applications
• No additional production investment required
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Shades of Nature colorants can add depth
and dimension to:
• Packaging – including premium cosmetics
or luxury caps and closures
• Transportation – interior or exterior automotive
trim and components
• Consumer goods – toys, outdoor goods,
furniture
• Small and large household appliances
PRODUCT BULLETIN
NAME COLOR TONE EFFECTS EU FDA TOYS T STABILITY
Fossil Beige Fibers/Speckles YES NO YES 280°C
Lavender Purple Blue Fibers YES NO YES 280°C
Rosewood Light Pink Fibers NO NO NO 280°C
Emerald Creek Green Special Effects YES YES YES 280°C
Mother of Pearl White Pearl Special Effects YES YES YES 280°C
Invigorate Yellow Green Natural Waste NO NO YES < 210°C
Interstellar Brown Special Effects YES YES YES 280°C
Unrefined Grey Glitter NO NO NO 230°C
Reflection Blue Glitter NO NO NO 230°C
Coral Sand Orange Fibers NO NO NO 280°C
REGULATORY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT NOTE
The above technical and regulatory information is based on the formulation of the current 10 colors in the palette.
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Color is reflective light.
Eventually, the color blocks enough light that it appears to be the correct color when viewed by eye.
The unfortunate twist to this solution is that different color ways need custom print parameters to achieve satisfactory results.
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Base Resin PC PC/PSU PES PEI PP ABS PEEK PA
Barrel Temperatures* °F (°C)
Rear Zone 530–560
(277–293)
550–575
(288–302)
660–700
(349–371)
675–725
(357–385)
390–420
(199–216)
425–460
(219–238)
680–730
(360–388)
430–500
(221–260)
Center Zone 515–560
(269–288)
540–565
(282–296)
650–690
655–710
(352–377)
380–405
(193–207)
415–450
(213–232)
670–710
(354–377)
420–490
(216–254)
Front Zone 510–525
(266–274)
530–555
(277–291)
640–680
(338–360)
655–700
(346–371)
370–395
(188–202)
405–440
(207–227)
410–480
(210–249)
Nozzle 520–535
(271–280)
540–565
(282–296)
650–690
665–710
(352–377)
380–400
(193–204)
415–450
(213–232)
660–700
(349–371)
420–490
(216–254)
Melt
Temperature
525–560
(274–293)
530–580
(277–304)
650–700
(343–371)
660–730
(349–388)
375–395
(191–202)
410–460
(210–238)
650–730
(343–388)
420–500
(216–260)
Mold
Temperature
175–250
(80–121)
160–220
(71–104)
280–350
(138–177)
275–350
(135–177)
100–135
(38–57)
150–180
(66–82)
300–425
(149–219)
160–230
(71–110)
Pack & Hold
Pressure
50%–75%
of Injection Pressure
Injection
Velocity
in/s
0.5–2.0
Back Pressure
psi 50
Screw Speed
rpm 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70**
Drying
Parameters
°F (°C)
6 hrs @ 250
4 hrs @ 250
4 hrs @ 275
(135)
4 hrs @ 250
3 hrs @ 300
(150)
2 hrs @ 200
(93)
3 hrs @ 275
(135)
4 hrs @ 180
(82)
Cushion
in 0.125–0.250
Screw
Compression
Ratio
2.0:1–2.5:1 2.0:1–2.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1
Nozzle
Type
General
General
General
General
General
General
General
Reverse
Taper
Clamp
Pressure 5–6 Tons/in2
* A reverse temperature profile is important to obtain optimum conductive properties.
MOLD DESIGN RECOMMENDATIONS
Gates
• Many different types of gates can be used such as pin, fan, tunnel, tab and edge gates.
Cut vent depths to:
- PC Compounds: 0.001"–0.002" depth and 0.250" width
- PC/PSU Compounds: 0.002"–0.003" depth and 0.250" width
- PES Compounds: 0.003"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width
- PEI Compounds: 0.001"–0.003" depth and 0.250" width
- PP Compounds: 0.001"–0.002" depth and 0.250" width
- ABS Compounds: 0.0015"–0.0025" depth and 0.250" width
- PEEK Compounds: 0.002"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width
- Nylon Compounds: 0.002" min. depth and 0.250" width
• Increase vent depth to 0.040" (1.0mm) at 0.250" (4.0mm) away from the cavity
and vent to atmosphere.
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ColorMatrix™ Optica™
Specialty Toners for PC
Polycarbonate is used for the production of
automotive interiors and appliances to consumer
goods and electronics, replacing more traditional
materials such as glass and acrylic.
The
need for better PC color solutions has never been
greater.
ColorMatrix™ Optica™ Specialty Toners for PC is the
cutting-edge liquid toner for polycarbonate resins
that provides visual clarity for PC and improves
aesthetics on the product surface.