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FITNESS
SMARTWATCH
BRAND
S M A R T W A T C H H O U S I N G
• Reduce carbon footprint at least 30% by using bio-based
material
• Meet physical properties requirements such as impact
strength, UV resistance, and thermal resistance
• Provide small lot quantity for various colors
• Offered bio-based colorants to support
carbon footprint reduction
• Maintained over 80% of mechanical
properties of materials and passed QSUN &
QUV test
• Offered supply flexibilities in low volume for
a high mix of colors
OnColor Bio Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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AUTOMOTIVE OEM
C E N T R A L C O N S O L E P A R T
• Metallic aspect
• Good surface appearance
• UV resistance
• Cost effective alternative to paint
• Offered a paint replacement solution with a
molded-in-color metallic effect
• Provided color matching expertise
• Utilized simulation tools to predict part
aspect and suggest the best injection point
for process and mold optimization
• Optimized formulation for metallic effects
Smartbatch Combination Colorants &
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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This includes physical testing,
rheological behavior, thermal and moisture
examination, microscopy, flammability testing, and
weathering/UV exposure (QUV and Xenon Arc).
• Fiber reinforcement percentage (ranging from
20–70% fiber content, by weight)
• Additive technologies (color, UV enhancement,
flame retardancy, heat stabilization, etc.)
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FIBER OPTICAL CABLES
Key Features
• Dielectric strength members
• Sizes Available: 0.175 mm – 18.00 mm
• Available Forms:
Flat, Twisted, Cords, Rovings, & Jacketed
• Shapes: Flat or round
FIBER-LINE® FIBERS
FOR STRENGTH MEMBERS
• Kevlar® Para-Aramid
• Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Zylon® Polybenzyloate (PBO)
• Carbon Fiber
• Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
(UHMWPE)
• PET Polyester
• Fiberglass
• Nylon Polyamide
• Technora®
FIBER-LINE® PERFORMANCE
ADDING COATINGS
• FIBER-LINE® Wearcoat™:
Abrasion Resistance*
• FIBER-LINE® Bondcoat™:
Ahdesion Promotion*
• FIBER-LINE® Protexcoat™:
UV Protection*
• FIBER-LINE® Colorcoat™:
Color Identification*
• FIBER-LINE® Swellcoat®:
Water Absorbing Protection*
• FIBER-LINE® Swellcoat®Blocker:
Block Water Migration*
FIBER-LINE® PRODUCTS
W/ STRENGTH MEMBERS
• Strength members in cables
• Steel replacement
Overview
FIBER-LINE® develops, produces, and markets a full line of high
performance strength members.
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.
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HDPE,
PP, POM
Fast acting new generation nucleant for
PE and PP; improved dimensional stability,
thermal and mechanical properties
Protection from
moisture for
improved barrier
Reduced Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate
(MVTR) HDPE ready-to-use formulation;
moisture absorbing concentrates
Protection from
oxygen scavenging
in PET
Reduced transmission of oxygen vacuum
loss in BCT (blood collection tubes) and
protect reagents from oxygen degradation
Protection from UV in
transparent containers
(PP, PE, PETG, COP)
UV blocking in 290–450nm with
no impact on clarity; protection
of light sensitive reagents
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INDUSTRY BULLETIN
STANDARD UNITS ONFLEX LO 7120-45N
Volatile Organic Compounds VDA 278 ug/g(ppm) 41
Fogging VDA 278 ug/g(ppm) 521
Odor
• Control
• Dry conditions
• Wet conditions
SAE J1351 (15) 1-10 Scale 1
2
1
Compression Set (23°C)
• 22 hours
• 70 hours
ASTM D395 % 14.4
14.6
Capillary Viscosity
• 1341/s
• 11170/s
ASTM D3835 Pa*s 35
7
HVAC SYSTEMS
OnFlex™ LO
• Features: low VOC/FOG, low odor, good compression set, easy processing, overmolds to polypropylene
• Example applications: seals and flaps in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
CHARACTERISTICS ONFLEX™
LO
ONFLEX™
AF
TPE
GENERAL
PURPOSE
TPV TPO
Volatile Organic Compounds (VDA 278) Very Low Moderate Moderate Moderate Very Low
Fogging (VDA 278 & DIN 75201) Very Low Moderate Moderate High Very Low
Odor (VDA 270 Requirement ≤3.0) ≤3.0 ≤3.0 >3 >3 ≤3.0
Gloss Level Low Low Low Very Low High
Tactile Feel Grippy Grippy Grippy Grippy Waxy
Pre-Drying Required No No No Yes No
Raw Material Costs $$ $$ $$ $$$ $
Compression Set @ RT Good Good Good Excellent N/A
Compression Set @ ≥70°C Moderate Moderate Moderate Good N/A
UV Resistance Good Excellent Good Good Good
Weatherability Good Excellent Good Good Good
Hardness Range Low to High Low to High Low to High Low to High High
Density (g/ml) 1.15 0.99 0.90–1.20 0.95–0.98 0.90–1.20
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS COMPARING TPE, TPV, TPO
Grades shown on both pages are representative of solutions manufactured in North America, more grades available globally.
INTERIORS/EXTERIORS
TEMP STANDARD UNITS ONFLEX AF
7210-40B
ONFLEX AF
7210-50B
ONFLEX AF
7210-60B
ONFLEX AF
7210-70B
ONFLEX AF
7210-80B
QUV Exposure
• 1000 Hrs(0.68 W/m2 @ 340nm)
• 2000 Hrs(0.68 W/m2 @ 340nm) 45°C ΔE 0.49
0.38
0.42
0.48
0.21
0.85
0.22
0.14
0.32
0.24
Xenon-Arc Exposure
• 1000 Hrs(0.35 W/m2 @ 340nm) 63°C ΔE 0.63 0.84 0.34 — 0.58
Capillary Viscosity
• 1341/s
• 11170/s
ASTM
D3835 Pa*s 60
11.4
79
15
65
13
48
13.7
73
16
Ozone Resistance ASTM
D1149(16) B Visual No cracks No cracks No cracks No cracks No cracks
Low Temperature Brittleness ISO 812 B °C -63 -62 -62 -62 -62
OnFlex™ AF
• Features: long-term sealing performance, reduced noise and vibration, grippy feel, low gloss, low odor,
excellent UV resistance and weatherability, easy processability, overmolds to polypropylene
• Example applications: trays, door pockets, fasteners, clips, roof rack pads, roof and door trim, and
window encapsulations
The need to innovate is virtually endless.
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SENSORY EXPERIENCE
Wear Resistance, Noise Reduction,
Low Friction
SOLUTION: Internally Lubricated
Formulations, Thermoplastic
Elastomers, Scratch and Mar
Resistant Additives
POSSIBILITIES: Gears, Gaskets,
Hood Dampers, Seating Systems
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
High Stiffness-to-Weight Ratio,
Metal Replacement, Part
Consolidation
SOLUTION: Long Fiber Reinforced
Composites
POSSIBILITIES: Seat Base,
Brake Pedal, Frame, Floor Pan,
Controls
EXTREME PERFORMANCE
Chemical & Fire Resistance,
Extreme Temperature Performance,
Thermal Management, Lightweighting
SOLUTION: Engineered Nylon
Formulations, Flame Retardant
Polyolefin Formulations,
Engineered Polyketone Formulations,
Thermally Conductive Formulations,
Chemical Foaming Agents
POSSIBILITIES: Under-the-Hood
Applications, Electrical Connectors,
Battery Assembly Housings,
Exterior Trim and Equipment
THERMAL MANAGEMENT
Heat Dissipation, Flexible Design
SOLUTION: Thermally Conductive
Formulations
POSSIBILITIES: LED Lights,
Heat Sinks
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Color, Special Effects,
Paint Replacement, Corrosion Resistance,
UV Stability
SOLUTION: Custom Pre-Colored Formulations,
Pre-Colored High-Gloss Thermoplastics,
Solid Color Masterbatches
POSSIBILITIES: Body Panels, Pedals,
Control Grips, Bezels, Brand Elements
TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft-Touch Feel, Durable, Wet Grip Performance,
Color Customization, UV Stability, Ergonomic Design, Overmolding
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers,
Combination Colorant and Additive Formulations,
Fabric-Effect Colorants and Additives
POSSIBILITIES: Steering Wheel, Switches, Knobs
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-06/Cesa LM Additives Product Bulletin.pdf
This laser enhancement additive works by converting visible, UV or IR laser
light energy into thermal energy, creating surface marks that contrast the color of resin material.
Cesa Laser Marking
solutions not only contain a laser marking additive but also deliver a
part’s color and can include other performance enhancing additives
such as those for scratch or UV resistance.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Cesa Light Additives for Injection Molding Product Bulletin.pdf
BENEFITS
• High additive loading for optimal UV
stabilization
• Solutions available for a large number of
injection molded polymers including PP, PE,
PS, HIPS, ABS, SAN, PA (nylon), PBT, Co-PET, PC,
POM and TPU
• Can be combined with colors and other
additives in Smartbatch™ solutions
• Formulations can be customized to meet
specific regulatory compliance, e.g., EU and US
food contact, toy, UL 94 recognition
PRODUCT BULLETIN
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Samples containing Cesa Light Additives
(CC01, CC02, CC03) showed limited Delta b (Db)
variations, while the non-UV stabilized sample
showed a high Db variation and visual yellowing.
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FIBER OPTICAL CABLES
Key Features
• Sizes Available: 0.25 mm – 5.00mm
• Dielectric (excluding Carbon)
• Additional ujacketing available up to
17.00 mm
• Oval & rectangular shapes available
• Rod printing available for accurate
length reading
• Splicing/ respooling services available
FIBER-LINE® FIBERS
FOR FRP
• Fiberglass
• Kevlar® Para-Aramid
• Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Zylon® Polybenzyloate (PBO)
• Carbon Fiber
FIBER-LINE® PERFORMANCE
ADDING COATINGS
• Swellcoat® Water Absorbing Protection
• Protexcoat™ UV Degradation Prevention
FIBER-LINE® PRODUCTS
W/ FRP
• Strength elements
• Central strength members
Overview
• FIBER-LINE® recently installed new state of the art pultrusion
equipment to complement its traditional processes for making FRP
(Fiber Reinforced Polymer).
• Resin chemistry is optimized for process conditions, fiber adhesion,
and end-use application of FRP.
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.