HDPE MOLDING

HDPE Molding is recommended for manufacturing household products like buckets, mugs etc. It provides excellent processability with a low degree of warpage and superior gloss.

Grade Data Sheets

I50A180

High-Density Polyethylene for Injection Moulding

Application: I50A180 is recommended for manufacturing household products like buckets, mugs etc. It provides excellent processability with a low degree of warpage and superior gloss.

Property Values* Unit Test Method
Melt Flow Index (I2) 20 gm/10min ASTM D1238
Density 0.950 gm/cc ASTM D1505
Tensile Strength @ yield 220 kg/cm2 ASTM D 638
Elongation @ yield 13 % ASTM D 638
Flexural modulus 8500 kg/cm2 ASTM D790
Vicat softening point 122 0C ASTM D1525

 

* Typical characteristics of the product given purely as a guide. Mechanical properties were determined on compression molded samples.

Processing Guidelines:

Barrel temperature: 200-2800C Mould temperature: 25-400C

Regulatory Information:

Certificate is available on request.

Packaging & Storage:

I50A180 is available in natural colour/pellet form in 25 kg strong bags made of woven fabric. The product should be stored in dry conditions at temperature below 50oC and protected from UV light.

156A200U

High-Density Polyethylene for Injection Moulding

Product Description and Typical Applications:

I56A200U has excellent processability with low degree of warpage and good mechanical properties. It is characterized by fast cycling and is especially suitable for household items like Buckets, Mug, Toys etc.

 

Property Values* Unit Test Method
Melt Flow Index (I2~ 20 gm/10min ASTM D1238
Density 0.95 6 gm/cc ASTM D1505
Tensile Strength @Yield 310 kg/cm2 ASTM D 638
Elongation @ Yield 10 ASTM D 638
Flexural Modulus 11000 kg/cm2 ASTM D790

* Typical characteristics of the product given purely as a guide. Molded and tested in accordance with ASTM D497 6.

Processing Guidelines:

Barrel temperature: 200 – 2800C Mould temperature: 30-40°C

Regulatory Information: Certificate is available on request.

Packaging & Storage:

I5 6A200U is available in natural colour/pellet form in 25 kg strong bags made of woven fabric. The product should be stored in dry conditions at temperature below 50oC and protected from UV light.

High-Density Polyethylene Injection Molding

Product Description:
HDPE M6008 is a natural colored grade produced with the latest Ineos Gas Phase polymerization Technology exhibiting following features:

  • Excellent Mechanical Properties
  •  Very Good processability
  •  Good dimensional stability
  •  Good aesthetics of finished products

HDPE M6008 is recommended for the following applications:

  • Material handling crates V Helmets
  • Caps & Closures
  • Luggage shells

Typical Properties:

Sr. No.                                                                Properties                                                                          Test Method                   Units                       Values*
Physical Properties
1 Melt Flow Index ( 190oC & 2.16 kg) ASTM D1238 g / 10 min 8.0
2 Density (at 23 0C) ASTM D1505 gm/cm3 0.960
Mechanical Properties
3 Tensile Strength @ Yield (50mm / min) ASTM D638 MPa 28.0
4 Elongation @ Break (50mm / min) ASTM D638 % >500
5 Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 Mpa 850
6 Flexural Yield Strength ASTM D790 Mpa 20
7 Izod Impact Strength (at 23 0C) ASTM D256 J/m 80
8 Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179-1 KJ/m2 4.0
9 Hardness ASTM D2240 Shore D 65
Thermal Properties
10                Vicat Softening Point (10N)                                                   ASTM D1525                     0C               128
* * Mechanical Properties tested on Injection-molded specimen in accordance with ASTM D4101 and conditioned as per ASTM D618. * Typical Values and not to be taken as specification limits, values may change without any prior notice.

Recommended Processing Temperature: 190 – 220 0C

Regulatory Requirements:

HDPE grade M6008 shall meet the requirements stipulated in IS 10146:1982 on ‘Specification of Polyethylene for safe use in contact with Foodstuff, Pharmaceutical & Drinking water’. The grade and Additives incorporated in this grade shall meet the positive list of constituents as prescribed in IS 10141:1982. The Grade and the additives incorporated in it shall also comply with the FDA: CFR Title 21,177.1520, Olefin Polymers.

Storage & Handling:

Prevent Polyethylene Material from direct exposure to sunlight & heat to avoid quality deterioration. The storage location should be dry, dust free and the Storage temperature should not exceed 50 oC. Non – compliance to these precautionary measures can lead to degradation of the product causing Color changes, Odor & inadequate product performance.

Health and Safety Information:

The product described herein may require precautions in handling and use because of toxicity, flammability, or other consideration. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contains the available product health and safety information for this material and can be found at www.opalindia.in. Before using any material, a customer is advised to consult the MSDS for the product under consideration for use.

High-Density Polyethylene Injection Molding

Product Description:

HDPE M5220 is a natural colored grade produced with the latest Ineos Gas-Phase polymerization Technology exhibiting the following features:

  • Good Flow
  • High Warpage Resistance
  • Suitable for faster molding cycles HDPE M5220 is recommended for the following applications:
  • Housewares, storage bins V Thin wall food containers V Caps & Closures
  • Base resin for masterbatch

Typical Properties:

Sr. No.                                                                Properties                                                                          Test Method                   Units                       Values*
Physical Properties
1 Melt Flow Index ( 190oC & 2.16 kg) ASTM D1238 g / 10 min 21
2 Density (at 23 0C) ASTM D1505 gm/cm3 0.952
Mechanical Properties
3 Tensile Strength @ Yield (50mm / min) ASTM D638 MPa 22.0
4 Elongation @ Break (50mm / min) ASTM D638 % 350
5 Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 Mpa 900
6 Izod Impact Strength (at 23 0C) ASTM D256 J/m 30
7 Hardness ASTM D2240 Shore D 62
Thermal Properties
8 Vicat Softening Point (10N) ASTM D1525 0C 125
9 Heat Deflection Temperature (0.455 MPa) ASTM D648 0C 80
* * Mechanical Properties tested on Injection-molded specimen in accordance with ASTM D4101 and conditioned as per ASTM D618. * Typical Values and not to be taken as specification limits, values may change without any prior notice.

 

Recommended Processing Temperature: 190 – 230 0C

Regulatory Requirements:

HDPE grade M5220 shall meet the requirements stipulated in IS 10146:1982 on ‘Specification of Polyethylene for safe use in contact with Foodstuff, Pharmaceutical & Drinking water’. The grade and Additives incorporated in this grade shall meet the positive list of constituents as prescribed in IS 10141:1982. The Grade and the additives incorporated in it shall also comply with the FDA: CFR Title 21,177.1520, Olefin Polymers.

Storage & Handling:

Prevent Polyethylene Material from direct exposure to sunlight & heat to avoid quality deterioration. The storage location should be dry, dust free and the Storage temperature should not exceed 50 oC. Non – compliance to these precautionary measures can lead to degradation of the product causing Color changes, Odor & inadequate product performance.

Health and Safety Information:

The product described herein may require precautions in handling and use because of toxicity, flammability, or other consideration. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) contains the available product health and safety information for this material and can be found at www.opalindia.in. Before using any material, a customer is advised to consult the MSDS for the product under consideration for use.

High-Density Polyethylene Injection Molding

Product Description:

080M60 is a High-Density Polyethylene manufactured using Nova Chemical’s Sclairtech Solution Polymerization Technology. 080M60 is a natural colored polymer with good processability, very good mechanical properties, and good dimensional stability.

Recommended Applications:

HDPE 080M60 is designed to make injection molded products like:

• Industrial crates for material handling
• Pallets and luggage shells

Typical Properties:

Tested Properties  Test Method  UOM  Values* 
Resin Properties
Melt Flow Index (1900C & 2.16 Kg) ASTM D 1238 gm/10 min 8.0
Density @ 23oC ASTM D 1505 gm/cm3 0.960
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Yield Strength ASTM D 638 MPa 25
Elongation at Yield ASTM D 638 % 11
Elongation at Break ASTM D 638 % >800
Flexural Yield Strength ASTM D 790 MPa 20
Flexural Modulus ASTM D 790 MPa 850
Notched Izod Impact Strength @ 23oC ASTM D 256 J/m 90
Hardness ASTM D 2240 Shore D 55
Thermal Properties
Vicat Softening Point (10 N) ASTM D 1525 oC 127

 

* Typical values not to be construed as specification limits. Values may change without any prior notice. * Mechanical properties tested on injection molded specimen.

Recommended Processing Temperature: 180 – 215 oC

Packaging Information:

This material is packed and available in raffia bags with a net content of 25.0 Kg only. The raffia bags used conforms to the minimum strength requirements of BIS, however, the customer shall take due care while handling the bag. Prolonged exposure of these bags to sunlight may deteriorate the bag’s performance and cause spillage and wastage. IOCL does not warranty the loss of material due to poor material handling practices.

Regulatory Information:
HDPE 080M60 shall meet “Specification for Polyethylene for safe use in contact with Foodstuff, Pharmaceuticals and Drinking water” as per IS: 10146-1982. It also confirms to the positive list of constituents as per IS: 10141-1982. The grade and Additives incorporated shall meet with FDA: CFR Title 21, 177.1520, Olefin Polymers.

Storage & Handling:
Prevent HDPE Material from direct exposure to sunlight & heat to avoid quality deterioration. The storage location should be dry, dust free and the Storage temperature should not exceed 50 oC. Non – compliance to these precautionary measures can lead to degradation of the product causing Color changes, Odor & inadequate product performance. It is advised to process HDPE material within 06 months after delivery.