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Data Sheet For HDPE

This document provides properties and processing details for RTP 700 high density polyethylene (HDPE). Key properties include a specific gravity of 0.95, a molding shrinkage of 1.7-2.9%, a tensile strength of 2900 psi, a tensile elongation over 10%, and an ignition resistance of HB at 1/16 inch. Recommended injection molding conditions include a melt temperature of 380-450°F, a mold temperature of 70-150°F, and drying for 2 hours at 175°F.

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Data Sheet For HDPE

This document provides properties and processing details for RTP 700 high density polyethylene (HDPE). Key properties include a specific gravity of 0.95, a molding shrinkage of 1.7-2.9%, a tensile strength of 2900 psi, a tensile elongation over 10%, and an ignition resistance of HB at 1/16 inch. Recommended injection molding conditions include a melt temperature of 380-450°F, a mold temperature of 70-150°F, and drying for 2 hours at 175°F.

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RTP 700

High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

PROPERTIES & AVERAGE VALUES OF INJECTION MOLDED SPECIMENS


ASTM
PERMANENCE English SI Metric TEST
Primary Additive 0 % 0 %
Specific Gravity 0.95 0.95  D 792
Molding Shrinkage
    1/8 in (3.2 mm) section 0.0170 - 0.0290 in/in 1.70 - 2.90 %  D 955

MECHANICAL
Impact Strength, Izod
    notched 1/8 in (3.2 mm) section 1.0 ft-lbs/in 53 J/m  D 256
    unnotched 1/8 in (3.2 mm) section No Break No Break  D 4812
Tensile Strength 2900 psi 20 MPa  D 638
Tensile Elongation > 10.0 % > 10.0 %  D 638
Tensile Modulus 0.18 x 10^6 psi 1241 MPa  D 638
Flexural Strength 3000 psi 21 MPa  D 790
Flexural Modulus 0.12 x 10^6 psi 827 MPa  D 790

THERMAL
Ignition Resistance*
    Flammability** HB @ 1/16 in HB @ 1.5 mm  D 635
PROPERTY NOTES
Data herein is typical and not to be construed as specifications.
Unless otherwise specified, all data listed is for natural or black colored materials. Pigments can affect properties.
* This rating is not intended to reflect hazards of this or any other material under actual fire conditions.
** Values per RTP Company testing.

GENERAL PROCESSING FOR INJECTION MOLDING


English SI Metric
Injection Pressure 10000 - 15000 psi 69 - 103 MPa
Melt Temperature 380 - 450 °F 193 - 232 °C
Mold Temperature 70 - 150 °F 21 - 66 °C
Drying 2 hrs @ 175 °F 2 hrs @ 79 °C

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