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Base Resin PPA PC PSU PES PPS Co- polymer Acetal PEEK PA Barrel Temperatures* °F (°C) Rear Zone 550–580 (288–305) 550–590 (288–310) 600–640 (316–338) 630–660 (332–338) 550–580 (288–304) 350–370 (177–188) 660–700 (349–371) 440–490 (227–254) Center Zone 560–600 (293–316) 570–600 (300–316) 620–670 (327–354) 650–680 (343–360) 560–615 (293–324) 380–390 (193–200) 700–730 (371–388) 470–510 (243–266) Front Zone 580–620 (304–327) 580–630 (304–322) 630–680 (332–360) 670–730 (354–388) 590–630 (310–332) 390–430 (200–221) 720–750 (382–400) 490–540 (254–282) Nozzle 575–615 (302–324) 580–630 (304–322) 630–680 (332–360) 680–700 (360–371) 600–625 (316–330) 380–415 (193–213) 720–750 (382–400) 520–570 (271–300) Melt Temperature 575–615 (302–324) 580–625 (304–330) 625–675 (330–358) 650–710 (343–377) 600–625 (316–330) 370–410 (188–210) 670–740 (354–393) 520–570 (271–300) Mold Temperature 250–300 (121–150) 175–240 (80–116) 190–300 (88–150) 225–325 (107–164) 250–325 (121–164) 190–250 (88–121) 290–375 (143–190) 150–200 (66–93) Pack & Hold Pressure 50%–75% of Injection Pressure Injection Velocity in/s 1.0–3.0 Back Pressure psi 50 Screw Speed rpm 50–90 Drying Parameters °F (°C) 6 hrs @ 175 (80) 4 hrs @ 250 (121) 4 hrs @ 275 (135) 4 hrs @ 250 (121) 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 2.5:1–3.5:1 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 Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose Reverse Taper Clamp Pressure 5–6 Tons/in2 of projected area of cavities and runner system * Barrel temperatures should be elevated for compounds designed for electrical insulative properties.
Venting • Place vents at the end of fill and anywhere potential knit/weld lines will occur. • All vents need to be vented to atmosphere. • For circular parts, full perimeter venting is recommended. • Cut vent depths to: - PPA Compounds: 0.0015"–0.0025" depth and 0.250" width - PC Compounds: 0.002"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - PSU Compounds: 0.003"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - PES Compounds: 0.003"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - PPS Compounds: 0.002"–0.003" depth and 0.250" width - Acetal Compounds: 0.0015" minimum depth and 0.250" width - PEEK Compounds: 0.002"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - Nylon Compounds: 0.002" minimum depth and 0.250" width • Increase vent depth to 0.060" (1.5mm) at 0.250" (4.0mm) away from the cavity and vent to atmosphere.
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BASE RESIN PPA PC PSU PES PPS CO- POLYMER ACETAL PEEK PA Barrel Temperatures* °F (°C) Rear Zone 550–580 (288–305) 520–560 (271–293) 600–640 (316–338) 630–660 (332–338) 550–580 (288–304) 350–370 (177–188) 660–700 (349–371) 440–490 (227–254) Center Zone 560–600 (293–316) 530–570 (277–299) 620–670 (327–354) 650–680 (343–360) 560–615 (293–324) 380–390 (193–200) 700–730 (371–388) 470–510 (243–266) Front Zone 580–620 (304–327) 550–580 (288–305) 630–680 (332–360) 670–730 (354–388) 590–630 (310–332) 390–430 (200–221) 720–750 (382–400) 490–540 (254–282) Nozzle 575–615 (302–324) 550–600 (288–316) 630–680 (332–360) 680–700 (360–371) 600–625 (316–330) 380–415 (193–213) 720–750 (382–400) 520–570 (271–300) Melt Temperature 575–615 (302–324) 560–600 (293–316) 625–675 (330–358) 650–710 (343–377) 600–625 (316–330) 370–410 (188–210) 670–740 (354–393) 520–570 (271–300) Mold Temperature 250–300 (121–150) 175–240 (80–116) 190–300 (88–150) 225–325 (107–164) 250–325 (121–164) 150–225 (66–107) 290–375 (143–190) 150–200 (66–93) Pack & Hold Pressure 50%–75% of Injection Pressure Injection Velocity in/s 1.0–3.0 Back Pressure psi 50 Screw Speed rpm 50–90 Drying Parameters °F (°C) 6 hrs @ 175 (80) 4 hrs @ 250 (121) 4 hrs @ 275 (135) 4 hrs @ 300 (150) 4 hrs @ 250 (121) 2 hrs @ 200 (93) 3 hrs @ 300 (150) 4 hrs @ 180 (82) Allowable Moisture % < 0.05 < 0.02 < 0.02 < 0.04 < 0.02 0.15–0.20 < 0.02 0.10–0.20 Cushion in 0.125–0.250 Screw Compression Ratio 2.5:1–3.5:1 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 Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose Reverse Taper Clamp Pressure 5–6 Tons/in2 of projected area of cavities and runner system * Barrel temperatures should be elevated for compounds designed for electrical insulative properties.
Venting • Place vents at the end of fill and anywhere potential knit/weld lines will occur. • All vents need to be vented to atmosphere. • For circular parts, full perimeter venting is recommended. • Cut vent depths to: - PPA Compounds: 0.0015"–0.0025" depth and 0.250" width - PC Compounds: 0.002"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - PSU Compounds: 0.003"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - PES Compounds: 0.003"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - PPS Compounds: 0.002"–0.003" depth and 0.250" width - Acetal Compounds: 0.0015" minimum depth and 0.250" width - PEEK Compounds: 0.002"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width - Nylon Compounds: 0.002" minimum depth and 0.250" width • Increase vent depth to 0.060" (1.5mm) at 0.250" (4.0mm) away from the cavity and vent to atmosphere.
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WHITE ABS
ABS BLUE SUB -01
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/Gravi-Tech REC Recycled Formulations Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Customized density offering a wide range of specific gravities (1.2–11 gm/cm3) • Based on recycled resin from PIR and PCR sources • Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very rigid grades • Corrosion resistance that withstands oxidization for long-term use and benefit • Chemical resistance can be adapted depending on base resin as required • Provides visual surface effects, aesthetics, and cool touch • Design flexibility and processing ease MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Applications in packaging and consumer goods in which a more sustainable solution is preferred: • Cosmetic caps and closures • Perfume caps • Spirit bottle caps • Luxury boxes • Handles and knobs SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS • Formulated with recycled resin from post-industrial recycled (PIR) and/or post-consumer recycled (PCR) sources including ocean bound plastic waste • Reduces waste and supports the circular economy • Reduces carbon footprint compared to fossil feedstock alternatives • Simplifies manufacturing and lowers costs versus metal PRODUCT BULLETIN CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Gravi-Tech REC-CI GT5200-5089 PT Natural Gravi-Tech REC GT5200-5075 Black X2 Gravi-Tech REC GT5200-5078 Black Gravi-Tech REC GT5200-5079 Black Gravi-Tech REC GT5200-5060 Black Gravi-Tech REC GT5200-5057 Black Base Resin Ocean Bound rPP rPP rPP rPP rPP rPP Recycled Content/Filler g/cm >98% PIR+PCR 60% PIR/Mineral >95% PIR/Mineral >95% PIR+PCR/Mineral 30% PIR/Mineral 30% PIR/Mineral Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.9 2.0 CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Gravi-Tech REC GT7300-5034 X2 FD Natural Gravi-Tech REC GT7300-5036 Black Gravi-Tech REC GT7300-5025 Black Gravi-Tech REC GT6000-5032 Black Gravi-Tech REC GT6000-5031 Black Base Resin ABS rABS/ABS rABS rPA6 rPA6 Recycled Content/Filler g/cm 50% PIR/Mineral 65% PIR/Mineral 10% PIR/Mineral 20% PIR/Mineral 20% PIR/Mineral Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.5 1.5 2.2 2.7 2.8 AVAILABLE GRADES Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.
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When overmolded, GLS TPEs bond permanently and seamlessly to many different plastic substrates, including polypropylene (PP), polycarbonate (PC), acrylonitrile-butadiene- styrene (ABS), PC/ABS, copolyester, polyamide (nylon) and polystyrene (PS).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Automotive General Design Technology Guide.pdf
Contact us at 1.844.4AVIENT (844.428.4368) or visit us at avient.com. http://www.avient.com APPLICATIONS RESIN TYPE COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED (please click on link below to see examples) IP Components Door Trim Console Seat Back Panel Talc-Filled PP/ TPO Metallic (various shades) Metallic (solid metal) Metallic (larger flakes - mimics paint) Laser Marking Granite (fibers) Granite (specks) Marble Lower Pillars Quarter Trim Panel Seat Side Shield Safety Restraints PP (unfilled) Granite (fibers) Granite (specks) Laser Marking OnColor REC Colorants (seat shields) Marble Upper Pillar Trim Grab Handles Headliner TPO Bright Colors (grab handles) Granite (fibers - minimal pillars) Laser Marking Shifter Knobs TPU Metallic (solid metal) Laser Marking Granite (fibers) Marble APPLICATIONS RESIN TYPE COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED (please click on link below to see examples) Door Trim Pull Cup Console Cupholder Bezels Console Decorative Bezels/ Trim Rings ABS Metallic (bright chromatic colors) Metallic (solid metal) Marble Laser Marking (pattern on metallic) Shade Mirrors Rearview Mirror Overhead Console Bin Tray PC+ABS Marble Laser Marking Granite (fibers) Headrest Guides HDPE Metallic (solid metal) Bin & Pullcup Mats Cupholders Safety Restraints Overmolding TPE Laser Marking Bright Colors Marble Granite (fibers) Safety Restraints Sun Visor Vanity Frame Door Handle Bezels Switch Bezels Armrest Pullcup GF PA Metallic (solid metal) A/C Vent Vanes Door Handle Seat Handle Carpet Clips GF PA Metallic (solid metal) Granite (fibers) APPLICATIONS RESIN TYPE COLOR EFFECTS SUGGESTED (please click on link below to see examples) Lower Pillars Quarter Trim Panel Seat Side Shield Safety Restraints POM Metallic (solid metal) Metallic (various shades) Granite (fibers) Bezels Lenses PMMA Translucent/Tint/Fluorescent Bezels Lenses ASA Light Diffusion Exterior Badging Exterior Mirrors ASA Metallic (solid metal) Laser Marking Metallic (various shades) 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.
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High-temperature polymers (HTP) processed include: LCP, PEEK, PAEK, PEKEKK, PEI, PES, PSU, PPSU, and PPS FLUOROPOLYMERS Colorant Chromatics has extensive experience in selecting the best pigments and additives for optimal performance under demanding circumstances.
FP compounds for: PFA, FEP, ECA, ETFE, ECTFE, PTFE, and PVDF HTP compounds for: PEI, PES, PSU, PPSU, PPS, LCP, PEEK, PAEK, and PEKEKK Colorant Chromatics specialty compounds offer property enhancements such as: • Mechanical strength • Static dissipation • X-ray opacity • Electrical performance • Low dielectric performance • Mold release • Laser marking • Transcend™ Premier Healthcare Colorants (biocompatible) ADDITIVE CONCENTRATE FORMULATIONS Colorant Chromatics additive solutions can provide your solutions with additional functionality such as: • Improved lubricity • Lightweighting through foaming, by both physical and chemical foaming • Heat reduction through �SiteCool™ infra-red absorption technologies for roofing applications • Laser marking solutions or other added value properties NON-PFAS MOLD RELEASE ADDITIVES Colorant Chromatics™ Evoluscend™ is a non-PFAS* high-temperature polymer mold release additive developed to boost production efficiency and product quality for manufacturers.
Evoluscend is effective across a range of high- temperature polymers, including PEEK, PPSU, PES, PSU, PEI, LCP, and PPS, with a maximum service temperature exceeding 150°C. * Manufactured without intentionally added PFAS and without PTFE CHEMICAL FOAMING ADDITIVES Colorant Chromatics chemical foaming solutions for fluoropolymer wire insulation can reduce part density while enhancing the stability and efficiency of the manufacturing process without the need to invest in additional equipment for physical foaming with blowing agents.
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ABS GREY 431C
ABS YELLOW UV
ABS GREEN UV
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PC/ABS RED 7621C
VERDE ABS-18954
PC/ABS DARK BLUE