We can provide bio-based solutions for polyethylene, polypropylene, polycarbonate, styrenics and ABS.

The new color and additive concentrates and tailored ready-to-use formulations are made with bio-based polycarbonate, ABS, or styrenic polymers.

As a complement to PolyOne’s liquid Excelite CFA portfolio for extrusion, new Excelite IM CFAs are engineered for a wide range of injection molded polymers, including olefins, PVC, polystyrene, PC/ABS, and high-heat materials.

To support the transition to molded-in-color (MIC) parts, PolyOne provided metallic-effect Smartbatch™ FX masterbatch colorants for two PC/ABS side panels on the center console of a compact SUV now entering commercial production.

Consisting of four overmolding grades compatible with rigid polypropylene and one suited to ABS, all grades are formulated for durability, property retention, and UV resistance comparable to traditional TPEs.

If local and regional customers require, these Complēt and OnForce formulations can be tailored to meet specific application requirements by utilizing a range of engineering resins, from polypropylene (PP) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) to polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) and polyphthalamide (PPA) for power tools, sports equipment, utility vehicle, furniture, and outdoor recreation applications.

To meet the manufacturer’s goals for the mouse grip, a clear TPE overmolding material, GLS Versaflex™, was formulated for improved ergonomics and comfort, strong chemical resistance, and excellent bonding to the ABS substrate.

To meet the manufacturer’s goals for the mouse grip, a clear TPE overmolding material, GLS Versaflex™, was formulated for improved ergonomics and comfort, strong chemical resistance, and excellent bonding to the ABS substrate.

Heat Length = π 2 * Thickness Radius = S B S T = 400°F B S GL AS S/ EP OX Y TA B M AT ER IA L TAB TESTING OF VARIOUS INSTALLATION METHODS Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate BOTTOM PANEL LEG LENGTH BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) PETG Skins with Plywood Core 1 in 1.5 in 2 in 2400 2820 2748 Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 Core Density 2 in 665 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density 2 in 1084 Marine Plywood 2 in 770 Glass/Epoxy with Plywood Core 2 in 1055 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 919 L-Bracket Installation Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate Hammerhead™ PETG Laminate BOTTOM PANEL LEG LENGTH BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) PETG Skins with Plywood Core 2 in 2375 Marine Plywood 2 in 770 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 797 U-Channel Installation N O T AB BOTTOM PANEL LEG LENGTH BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 Core Density 2 in 420 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density 2 in 332 Marine Plywood 2 in 984 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 1298 Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 501 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 1156 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density - Crestomer 1152PA Adhesive NA 1530 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/in3 Core Density - Crestomer M1-30 Adhesive NA 1471 Mixed Conditions ITW Plexus MA420 adhesive was used in all tab testing installations except where noted.

Capron 8333GHI N/mm (lb/in) 60A-I 60A-II 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-V 50A-VI 70A-VII 260C/500F 3.7 / 21 N/A 3.2 / 18 No No No No 276C/530F 3.7 / 21 3.7 / 21 3.2 / 18 2.1 / 12 No No No 288C/550F N/A N/A N/A 2.5 / 14 2.5 / 14 No No Capron 8333GHIHS N/mm (lb/in) 60A-I 60A-II 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-IV 50A-VI 70A-VII 260C/500F 3.9 / 22 N/A 3.3 / 19 No No No No 276C/530F 3.5 / 20 N/A 3.3 / 19 No No No No 288C/550F N/A N/A N/A 2.5 / 14 2.6 / 15 No No Ultramid B3ZG6 N/mm (lb/in) 60A-I 60A-II 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-IV 50A-VI 70A-VII 260C/500F 3.0 / 17 3.3 / 19 3.2 / 18 No No No No 276C/530F 3.2 / 18 3.3 / 19 3.2 / 18 No No No No 288C/550F 3.3 / 19 N/A 3.0 / 17 2.1 / 12 2.1 / 12 No No Zytel 70G33L N/mm (lb/in) 60A-I 60A-II 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-IV 50A-VI 70A-VII 260C/500F 3.7 / 21 N/A 3.3 / 19 No No No No 276C/530F 3.7 / 21 3.7 / 21 3.3 / 19 2.3 / 13 No No No 288C/550F N/A N/A N/A 2.1 / 12 2.5 / 14 No No Zytel 408HS N/mm (lb/in) 60A-I 60A-II 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-IV 50A-VI 70A-VII 260C/500F 3.0 / 17 N/A 3.2 / 18 No No No No 276C/530F 3.2 / 18 4 / 23 3.0 / 17 No No No No 288C/550F N/A N/A N/A 2.5 / 14 2.5 / 14 No No Zytel 409AHS N/mm (lb/in) 60A-I 60A-II 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-IV 50A-VI 70A-VII 260C/500F 3.2 / 18 N/A 3.0 / 17 No No No No 276C/530F 3.3 / 19 4.2 / 24 2.8/ 16 No No No No 288C/550F N/A N/A N/A 2.1 / 12 2.1 / 12 No No Page 6 of 11 Table 4: Two-shot molding comparison TPE 60A-I 75A-III 55A-IV 65A-IV 50A-VI 70A-VII Barrel temp C/F 260/500 260/500 288/550 288/550 288/550 288/550 Peel Values N/mm or Pli Capron 8333GHI 4.2 / 24 3.5 / 20 3.3 / 19 3.0 / 17 2.3 / 13 3.0 / 17 Capron 8333GHIHS 4.0 / 23 3.9 / 22 2.8 / 16 3.0 / 17 2.3 / 13 3.2 / 18 Zytel 70G33L 4.2 / 24 3.3 / 19 2.8 / 16 3.3 / 18 1.9 / 11 3.3 / 19 Zytel 408AHS 4.0 / 23 4.0 / 23 3.5 / 20 3.7 / 21 1.9 / 11 3.9 / 22 Zytel 409AHS 4.2 / 24 4.0 / 23 3.2 / 18 3.3 / 19 1.6 / 9 3.3 / 19 Surface Energy (mN/m) 46 43 40 37 34 31 28 Engineering Plastics Polyamide 6,6 ABS Polycarbonate Acrylic Polystyrene Polypropylene Polyethylene Elastomers Coplyamide TPU Copolyester Styrenic-TPE TPV metallocenes Figure1.