ENGINEERING POLYMER SPECIALISTS
ENGINEERING POLYMER SPECIALISTS
MISSION STATEMENT & COMPANY PROFILE
The mission of PTS is to strive to offer
our processing customers and endusers the broadest possible array of
engineering polymers with the best
service and response time in the
industry, at the most competitive
pricing available.
PTS offers a wide selection of products to meet the specific
needs of our customers without the limitations of distributor that
can only offer the product line of a special manufacturer ,we
ensure the product meets our customer’s needs, not make the
customer fit the product
Who we are:
• Supplier of High Quality Engineering Thermoplastics
• Cover OEM and molders’ needs
• Assist with planning, scheduling, material selection,
processing tips, agency compliance and design assistance.
Why TRISTAR® PC is right for you?
Company Profile
Polymer Technology and Services, LLC (PTS) is a supplier of high
quality name brand and generic engineering thermoplastics. We
offer the broadest range of world class resins combined with all the
benefits of an efficient business model for distribution and technical services. We call it “right sized”.
Service
Based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA since 1992, PTS offers
over 150 years of combined engineering plastics experience. Our
prompt and thorough personnel covers every OEM and molder’s
needs, assisting with planning, scheduling, material selection, processing tips, agency compliance and design assistance.
• UL recognized, UL94 V-0 and 5VA ratings
• Electrical, Electronic and telecommunication
market specialists
• We offer superior quality materials, exceptional service,
quick response time and competitive prices.
Combining a broad product offer,
technical expertise, and responsive
customer service; PTS hopes to become
your “Engineering Polymer Specialist”.
A Success Story:
PTS developed a resin to meet a stringent specification developed
for outdoor enclosures for telecommunication applications. The
product required low temperature impact (-40 C), UV stability and
Support
With the depth of bench at PTS, we live up to our middle name
everyday and provide round-the-clock expertise that helps our
customers’ staffs and machinery perform at peak levels. By prescribing the precise grade of material and providing productivity
analysis, when needed, we help operators and supervisors avoid
costly problems or shutdowns for corrections. We pride ourselves
in keeping up with the industry’s newest technologies and thermoplastic grades - which helps improve your product quality, uptime
and bottom line.
Logistics
PTS is located near the distribution center of the eastern two-thirds
of the United States. Our central location allows us to develop specialized inventory programs to orchestrate the optimum scenario
for J-I-T delivery. Our strategic location warehousing in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, New Jersey, Tennessee and Texas
also helps to improve cash flow and reduce risk of damage to resin
storage. Our material tracking is constantly updated between the
source of manufacture and your facility to provide you instantaneous data and stronger inventory controls for your operation.
improved chemical resistance. The new product offered improved
impact, chemical resistance and cycle time for molding; all at a
lower material cost than the competitive resin system, this is the
TRISTAR® PC-10FR-GY(VIM).
They trust us for their Global Business...
• Schneider Electric / Square D.
• Alcatel
• Elster Electricity
• Regal Beloit
• Emerson Electric
• Tyco Electronics
• Hayward Pool
• Motorola
• Pace
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CH3
C
CH3
Bisphenol A
What are the properties of polycarbonate?
Before starting to list properties of polycarbonate, it is probably
wise to explain why the properties are the way they are. First, the
technical stuff. Take a look at the above diagram. In it, you will see
two six-sided structures. These are called phenyl groups. You will
also see two groups identified by the label CH3. These are methyl
groups. The presence of the phenyl groups on the molecular chain
and the two methyl side groups contribute to molecular stiffness
in the polycarbonate. This stiffness has a large effect on the
properties of polycarbonate. First, attraction of the phenyl groups
between different molecules contributes to a lack of mobility of
the individual molecules. This results in good thermal resistance
but relatively high viscosity (i.e., low melt flow) during processing.
The inflexibility and the lack of mobility prevent polycarbonate
from developing a significant crystalline structure. This lack of
crystalline structure (the amorphous nature of the polymer) allows
for light transparency.
Now for the clearer, less technical version of the properties.
Polycarbonate is naturally transparent, with the ability to transmit
light nearly that of glass. It has high strength, toughness, heat
resistance, and excellent dimensional and color stability. Flame
retardants can be added to polycarbonate without significant loss
of properties.
The general properties can be summarized as follows:
excellent physical properties
excellent toughness
very good heat resistance
fair chemical resistance
transparent
moderate to high price
fair processing
8 10 12 14 16
How is polycarbonate sold?
In general, the primary distinguishing characteristic of a grade of
polycarbonate is its melt flow. The only exceptions are glass fiber
reinforced grades, which are sold based on the percentage of glass
fiber used in the production of the plastic. Other properties (such
as UV stabilization, mold release, impact modification, and flame
retardancy) typically differentiate grades of the same melt flow or
percentage of glass fiber. Changes in melt flow have an effect on
other physical properties.
When specifying a grade of polycarbonate, it is necessary to know
the conditions under which it will be used.
Criteria such as wall thickness, length of flow, environmental
conditions including low and/or elevated temperatures, UV
exposure, chemical environment and impact requirements all must
be considered. In electrical and telecommunication applications, UL
flammability and Telcordia specifications must also be considered.
Your PTS representative can help you navigate through this
application maze.
6
Nylon
6/6&6
PBT/PET
ACRYLIC
PPO
PS
PVC
ABS
PC/ABS
PC
ft.-lb./in.
Other engineering applications include the following:
equipment housings
exterior automotive components
outdoor lighting fixtures
nameplates and bezels
fiber optic enclosures
brackets and structural parts
medical supply components
circuit protection devices
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Notched Izod
How is polycarbonate used?
It can be injection molded, blow molded, and extruded and is an
ideal engineering plastic with good electrical insulating properties,
finding applications in electric meter housings and covers, casket
hardware, portable tool housings, safety helmets, computer
parts, and vandal-proof windows and light globes. The price of
polycarbonate restricts its use to mainly engineering applications.
Notched Izod Impact
Strength vs. Temperature
(1/8” thickness)
0 2
Impact Strength
How do these properties compare to other materials?
One of the biggest advantages of polycarbonate is its impact
strength. The following diagram compares the impact strength of
polycarbonate to other commonly sold plastics.
What is a glass fiber reinforced grade of polycarbonate?
The addition of glass fibers to polycarbonate significantly increases
the tensile strength, flexural strength, flexural modulus, and heat
deflection temperature of the polycarbonate while causing a
decrease in the impact strength and tensile elongation. The greater
the amount of glass fiber added to the polycarbonate, the greater
the effect on each property will be.
Notched Izod Impact Strength —
ft.-lb./in.
20
18
7 MFI
16
Polycarbonate does have its disadvantages. It
has only fair chemical resistance and is attacked
by many organic solvents. However, through
modification with special additives, TRISTAR®
PC grades have been developed to pass
Bellcore/Telcordia GR-49 Chemical Resistance
requirements.
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10 MFI
18 MFI
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
-60
-40
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0
20
40
60
Temperature— °F.
80
100
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
What is polycarbonate?
Polycarbonates are long-chain linear polyesters of carbonic acid
and dihydric phenols, such as bisphenol A.
UL Approval
UL (Underwriters Laboratories) performs various tests on products sold in the United States. One such test, UL94, is used to measure the
resistance of plastics to a flame source. For polycarbonate, the test will normally result in a mark of V-0, V-1, V-2. V-0 is the most flame
retardant and V-2 is the least flame retardant of the marks typically given to polycarbonate. If the material does not pass the test for V-0,
V-1, or V-2; then the product is not UL approved. UL approval is given for a particular product at a measured thickness which is reported
with the rating. Hence, saying that a given product is V-2 is insufficient information without also specifying at what thickness the rating
is valid. UL approval is required for certain applications of polycarbonate.
CONDITION
Maximum time any one specimen can burn after removal of 2nd application of flame
Maximum glowing time permitted for any one sample after removal of 2nd application of flame
Total flaming combustion time allowed
(maximum) for the 10 flame applications
Ignition of cotton from dripping, flaming particles
Flaming combustion up to the holding clamp
94HB Conditions:
1.Shall not have a burning rate exceeding 1.5 inch/minute
over a 3 inch span for specimens having a thickness of
0.120 inch and above.
2.Shall not have a burning rate exceeding 3.0 inch/minute
over a 3 inch span for specimens having a thickness of
under 0.120 inch.
UL INFORMATION
3.Shall cease to burn before the flame reaches the 4 inch
reference mark but shall not comply with 94 V-0, V-1,
or V-2 requirements.
The second part of the UL94 test determines the Relative Thermal
Index (RTI) of the material. The RTI is the temperature at which
a specific property will decrease to half of its original value after
60,000 hours of exposure at that temperature. If a material has not
been tested, the generic RTI for the material is assigned. The generic
RTI for polycarbonate is 80°C. PTS TRISTAR® polycarbonate grades
have elevated RTI as shown below.
TRISTAR® T PC-10GFR-GY(V)
POLYCARBONATE, 10% GLASS FILLED,
FLAME RETARDANT UL94 V-0 AT 1.5 mm,
5VA @ 2.4mm, UV RESISTANT
94V-0
10 sec
30 sec
94V-1
30 sec
60 sec
94V-2
30 sec
60 sec
50 sec
not permitted
not permitted
250 sec
not permitted
not permitted
250 sec
permitted
not permitted
What is FDA certification?
Materials that are used in applications that are in contact with
food require FDA certification.
What is UV stabilization?
UV stabilizers are added to polycarbonate to help protect the
material from the effects of exposure to the Sun. Radiation from
the Sun, especially in the UV portion of the spectrum, degrades
the properties of polycarbonate. The addition of UV stabilizers
allows the material to sustain exposure to the Sun for a longer
period of time.
What is mold release?
Adding a mold release agent to polycarbonate makes processing
easier. It acts in a way similar to a lubricant in the injection
molding process.
Amorphous:
The molecular chains have no distinct uniformity or pattern. The
chains are farther apart than a crystalline resin.
• Benefits: Low in mold shrinkage
• How established: Low mold temperatures
Crystalline:
Refers to the molecular structure of the resin (polymer). The degree of crystallinity refes to uniformity and closeness of the molecular chains forming the polymer and resulting from the formation of solid crystals with a definite geometric pattern.
• Benefits: dimensional stability, low post mold shrinkage
• How established: High mold temperatures
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Component - Plastics
POLYMER TECHNOLOGY & SERVICES L L C
2315 SOUTHPARK DR, MURFREESBORO TN 37128
PC-10FRN-BK(V)(e)(f1)
Polycarbonate (PC), “Tristar”, furnished as pellets
Min Thk
Flame
RTI
RTI
RTI
Color
(mm)
Class
HWI
HAI
Elec
Imp
Str
BK
1.5
V-0
3
0
125
115
125
2.5
V-0, 5VA
3
1
125
115
125
3.0
V-0, 5VA
2
1
125
115
125
3.8
V-0
125
115
125
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI): 2
Inclined Plane Tracking (IPT): Dielectric Strength (kV/mm): 24
Volume Resistivity (10x ohm-cm) : 15
High-Voltage Arc Tracking Rate (HVTR): 3
High Volt, Low Current Arc Resis (D495): 6
Dimensional Stability (%): 0
Relative Thermal Index (RTI):
A numerical rating expressed in degrees
Celsius, which results from long-term
thermal aging and the evaluation of a
specific property. The value assigned is
based on a comparison of new material
against a known or control material.
Test Name
Glow-Wire Flammability (GWFI)
Glow-Wire Ignition (GWIT)
Test Method
IEC 60695-2-12
IEC 60695-2-13
Units
C
C
Thickness Tested (mm)
3.8
3.8
Value
960
775
ANSI/UL 94 small-scale test data does not pertain to building materials, furnishings and related contents. ANSI/UL 94 small-scale
test data is intended solely for determining the flammability of plastic materials used in the components and parts of end-product devices
and appliances, where the acceptability of the combination is determined by UL.
Report Date: 1995-05-26
Last Revised: 2008-11-13
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TRISTAR ® PC 10FR GY02VIK
POLYCARBONATE,
FLAME RETARDANT,
UL94 V-0 AT 3.0 mm, UV
AND CHEMICAL RESISTANT
2315 SOUTHPARK DR, MURFREESBORO TN 37128
PCA-2201NHV (b), PCA-2201NH (b)
Polycarbonate/Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (PC/ABS), furnished as pellets
Min Thk
Flame
RTI
RTI
RTI
Color
(mm)
Class
HWI
HAI
Elec
Imp
Str
ALL
1.5
V-0
3
1
60
60
60
2.0
V-0, 5VB
3
1
60
60
60
3.0
V-0, 5VA
2
1
60
60
60
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI): 0
Inclined Plane Tracking (IPT): Dielectric Strength (kV/mm): 18
Volume Resistivity (10x ohm-cm) : High-Voltage Arc Tracking Rate (HVTR): High Volt, Low Current Arc Resis (D495): Dimensional Stability (%): -
UL INFORMATION
(V) - Represents three to four digits denoting color.
(e) - Represents a two to four digit alphanumeric code indicating color.
(f1) - Suitable for outdoor use with respect to exposure to Ultraviolet Light, Water Exposure and
Immersion in accordance with UL 746C.
NOTE - Material designations may be followed by numbers and/or letters representing color and/or
granulation and/or lubrication.
(b) - Represents a six to eight digit character code. All colors.
NOTE - Material designations may be followed by numbers and/or letters representing color and/or
granulation and/or lubrication.
Test Name
Glow-Wire Flammability (GWFI)
Glow-Wire Ignition (GWIT)
Test Method
IEC 60695-2-12
IEC 60695-2-13
Units
C
C
Thickness Tested (mm)
1.5
1.5
Value
925
700
ANSI/UL 94 small-scale test data does not pertain to building materials, furnishings and related contents. ANSI/UL 94 small-scale
test data is intended solely for determining the flammability of plastic materials used in the components and parts of end-product devices
and appliances, where the acceptability of the combination is determined by UL.
Report Date: 2013-03-13
Last Revised: 2013-03-13
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PCA-30G-(z)-(a)
Polybutylene Terephthalate/Polycarbonate (PBT/PC), glass reinforced, furnished as pellets
Min Thk
Flame
RTI
RTI
RTI
Color
(mm)
Class
HWI
HAI
Elec
Imp
Str
ALL
1.5
HB
75
75
75
3.0
HB
75
75
75
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI): Inclined Plane Tracking (IPT): Dielectric Strength (kV/mm): Volume Resistivity (10x ohm-cm): High-Voltage Arc Tracking Rate (HVTR): High Volt, Low Current Arc Resis (D495): Dimensional Stability (%): (a) - Represents a six to eight digit character code. All colors except clear
(z) - Represents glass content 0-33%.
NOTE - Material designations may be followed by numbers and/or letters representing color and/or
granulation and/or lubrication.
Test Name
Glow-Wire Flammability (GWFI)
Glow-Wire Ignition (GWIT)
Test Method
IEC 60695-2-12
IEC 60695-2-13
Units
C
C
Thickness Tested (mm)
-
Value
-
ANSI/UL 94 small-scale test data does not pertain to building materials, furnishings and related contents. ANSI/UL 94 small-scale
test data is intended solely for determining the flammability of plastic materials used in the components and parts of end-product devices
and appliances, where the acceptability of the combination is determined by UL.
Report Date: 1995-05-26
Last Revised: 2008-11-13
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TRISTAR® PC-10FR-GY(VIM)
POLYCARBONATE, FLAME RETARDANT,
UL94 V-0 AT 3.0 mm, UV AND CHEMICAL
RESISTANT, TESTED TELCORDIA GR49
5
PROPERTY
Physical
Mechanical
Impact
Thermal
Electric
UL
Relative
Thermal
Index
Flammability
Specific Gravity, solid
Melt Flow Index, 300°C,1.2Kg*
Melt Flow Index, 260°C,2.2Kg*
Melt Flow Index, 250°C,3.8Kg*
Mold Shrinkage
Water Absorption, 24 hours 73°F
Tensile Strength, yield, 0.125”
Tensile Elongation, break, 0.125”
Flexural Strength, yield, 0.125”
Flexural Modulus, 0.125”
Rockwell Hardness
Izod Impact Str., Notched, 0.125 ”
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 264 PSI
HDT @1.8MPa
Dielectric Strength, 0.125”
Volume Resistivity, 40 hours @ 23°C, 50% RH
Volume Resistivity, 96 hours @ 90°C, 50% RH
Hot Wire Ignition (HWI), 1.62 mm
Hot Wire Ignition (HWI), 3.0 mm
High Current Arc Ignition (HAI), @ 23°C, 50% RH, 1.62 mm
High Current Arc Ignition
(HAI), @ 23°C, 50% RH
High Voltage Arc Tracking
(HVTR), 3.0 mm
High Voltage, Low Current Arc Resistance,
3.0mm
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI),
3.0 mm
High Voltage Arc Resistance to Ignition,
1.6 mm
RELATIVE THERMAL INDEX UL 746B
Electrical
Mechanical with impact
Mechanical without impact
Flammability All Colors
All Colors
Black, Gray, Beige Only
Black Only
Limited Oxygen index
IEC GWFI
IEC GWIT
UNIT
TEST
METHOD
•
g/10 min
g/10 min
g/10 min
%
%
PSI (MPa)
%
PSI (MPa)
105 PSI (MPa)
R-Scale
ft.-lb./in. (J/m)
°F (°C)
°F (°C)
kv/m
ohm-cm
ohm-cm
PLC
PLC
PLC
PLC
ASTM D-792
ASTM D-1238
ASTM D-1238
ASTM D-1238
ASTM D-955
ASTM D-570
ASTM D-638
ASTM D-638
ASTM D-790
ASTM D-790
ASTM D-785
ASTM D-256
ASTM D-648
ISO 75-A
ASTM D-149
ASTM D-257
ASTM D-257
ASTM D-3874
ASTM D-3874
UL 746A
UL 746A
PLC
UL 746A
3
•
3
PLC
ASTM D-495
6
•
6
PLC
ASTM D-3638
2
•
2
seconds
UL 746A
16
•
16
UL94
UL94
UL94
UL94
ASTM D-2863
IEC 695-2-1/2
IEC 695-2-1/2
125
115
125
V-O
V-O
5VA
•
37.6
960
775
•
•
•
V-O
•
•
•
•
•
•
125
115
125
V-2
V-O
•
•
36.9
960
775
1.5 mm
3.0 mm
2.5 mm
1.5 mm
%
°C
°C
UNFILLED
PC-10FRN-(V)(f1) PC-09FRN-(WT)
1.23
1.23
15
9
•
•
•
•
0.5-0.7
•
0.18
0.18
8,500 (59)
8,500 (59)
75
100
12,500 (86)
10,900 (75)
3.1 (2,137)
3.0 (2,070)
120
120
13.0 (693)
13.0 (695)
250 (121)
265 (129)
273 (134)
284 (140)
24
•
6.00E+15
•
3.00E+15
•
3
•
2
•
0
•
1
•
PC-10FR (
1.23
12
•
•
0.5 - 0.7
0.18
9,000 (62
75
13,000 (90
3.2 (2,200
120
14.0 (747
260 (127
279 (137
24
6.00E+1
3.00E+1
3
2
0
1
*Other melt flow are available, please see Reference Sheet on page 14 Disclaimer: ALTHOUGH ANY INFORMATION, RECOMMENDATIONS, OR ADVICE CONTAINED HEREIN IS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH, PTS MAKES NO
INCORPORATING PTS MATERIALS, PRODUCTS, RECOMMENDATIONS OR ADVICE. No statement contained herein concerning a possible or suggested use of any material, product or design is intended, or should be con
other intellectual property right.
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ECO-FRIENDLY / FLAME RETARDANT
PC & PC/ABS
GLASS REINFORCED
(f1) PC-10R(V) (f1) PC10GFR (f2)
1.20
1.25
10
•
•
•
•
•
7
0.5-0.7
0.2 - 0.4
0.15
0.12
2)
9,000 (62)
9,000 (62)
100
15
0)
13,000 (90)
14,000 (96)
0)
3.2 (2,200)
4.5 (3,100)
120
120
7)
15.0 (800)
2.0 (107)
7)
260 (127)
280 (138)
7)
279 (137)
286 (141)
25
19
15
6.00E+15
6.00E+15
15
3.00E+15
3.00E+15
3
2
2
2
0
0
1
0
PC/PBT ALLOY
PC20GFR
1.34
•
•
•
0.1 - 0.3
0.12
16,000 (110)
5
19,000 (130)
7.8 (5,400)
120
2.0 (107)
285 (141)
•
•
•
•
•
1
•
0
PC30GFR
1.43
•
•
•
0.1 - 0.3
0.12
18,500 (127)
3.0
22,500 (155)
11 (7,600)
120
2.0 (107)
290 (143)
•
•
•
•
•
1
•
0
PC10FRNH
1.23
12
•
•
•
0.18
8,900 (61)
75
14,000 (96)
3.4 (2,340)
120
13.0 (695)
260 (126)
275 (135)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PCA-2201NH
1.17
•
16
•
0.004-0.006
•
8,700 (60)
65
12,900 (89)
3.9 (2,690)
•
11.0 (585)
185 (85)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
PCA-30G30
1.43
•
•
•
•
•
15,000 (103)
4
20,000 (138)
10(6894)
•
2.7 (144)
226 (108)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
3
•
•
•
•
PCA-3013
1.21
•
•
20
0.75-1.0
0.03
7,500 (51.7)
150
9,200 (63.3)
2.66 (1833)
•
13 (694)
212 (100)
•
•
•
•
4
3
0
PC/ABS ALLOY
PCAFR
PCA-1012
1.20
1.15
•
•
16.0
20.0
•
•
0.4 - 0.7
0.4 - 0.6
0.03
•
9,000 (62) 9,000 (62)
40
•
14,000 (96) 14,000 (96)
3.7 (2,570) 3.5 (2400)
•
•
10 (534)
12(640)
190 (88)
235 (113)
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
0
3
0
•
•
•
•
•
6
7
6
6
•
•
•
•
2
3
4
4
•
•
•
16
•
•
•
•
•
•
0
•
125
115
125
V-2
V-2
•
•
•
960
775
125
115
125
V-O
5VA (@2.4mm)
•
•
37.1
960
800
80
80
80
•
V-O
•
V-O
•
•
•
80
80
80
•
V-0
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
V-0
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
V-O
•
•
•
•
•
75
75
75
HB
•
•
•
•
•
•
75
75
75
•
HB
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
60
60
60
V-O
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, (I) THAT THE RESULTS DESCRIBED HEREIN WILL BE OBTAINED UNDER END-USE CONDITIONS, OR (II) AS TO THE EFFECTIVENESS OR SAFETY OF ANY DESIGN
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What is PC/ABS?
A compounded blend of Polycarbonate and ABS. The PC
contributes impact and heat distortion resistance, while the ABS
contributes processability and chemical stress resistance, and
cost reduction below PC.
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
What are the properties of PC/ABS?
Properties of PC/ABS include the following:
• impact resistance between ABS and PC, (10-14 ft.-lb./in.)
• strength and stiffness between PC and ABS
• heat resistance superior to ABS, less than PC
• flame retardant system more stable in processing than
ABS
• very good indoor UV light color stability
• low temperature impact and ductility
• superior processability to PC
When should PC/ABS be used?
PC/ABS should be used for appearance housings, and
structural parts which need stiffness, gloss, impact and heat
resistance which is higher than ABS, but requiring costs below
Polycarbonate. Housings requiring UL V0, but not 5VA-that is,
portable electronic devices, not permanently fixed electric
devices are also good applications for PC/ABS. Others include
appearance parts requiring color fastness under interior UV light,
automotive interior parts where temperature environment is
between 180 F and 230 F - “above the beltline” applications, and
where non-shattering ductility is required like instrument panel
retainers. Applications such as painted exterior automotive parts
requiring low temperature impact greater than 10 ft.-lb./in. is
another place PC/ABS should be used. Any outdoor application
should be painted.
What is made with PC/ABS?
• portable appliances, flashlights, phones
• laptop computer cases
• keyboards, monitors, printer enclosures
• automotive instrument panel retainers
• wheel covers, small tractor hoods
• non-professional safety helmets
What is PC/PBT?
A compounded blend of Polycarbonate and PBT. The PC contributes
impact, stiffness and heat resistance, while the PBT contributes
chemical resistance. The usual moisture sensitivity of the crystalline
PBT is overcome by the PC in the blend. Some grades are made
using PET instead of PBT.
What are the properties of PC/PBT?
• impact resistance,
• low temperature impact resistance, ductility
• heat resistance
• chemical resistance
When should PC/PBT be used?
PC/PBT is effective
where impact and chemical resistance
are
where low temperature impact, requiring
needed,
and
a ductile failure mode
(non-shattering breaks) is necessary.
Applications such as bumpers and body moldings on autos and lawn
& garden equipment, where toughness and resistance to stress
cracking from fuels and lubricating fluids are required are good uses
for PC/PBT. The shrinkage varies based upon the relative content of
the PBT, and therefore tool may be unique for this material, that is, it
is not easy to substitute it for other polymers.
What is made with PC/PBT?
• automotive bumpers
• automotive side moldings
• lawn and garden tractor hoods
• hand tool housings
• irrigation components
• wiring connectors (PC/PET)
TRISTAR® PC-10R-WT(V15)
POLYCARBONATE, 15 MELT, UL94 V-2
AT 1.5mm, UV RESISTANT
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TRISTAR® PC-10R-BK(14)
POLYCARBONATE, 14 MELT,
UL94 V-2 AT 1.5mm
APPLICATIONS, TESTING
Flexural Test
TRISTAR® PC-10FRN-BK(V)
POLYCARBONATE, FLAME RETARDANT, UL94 5VA AT 2.5 mm,
UV RESISTANT
TRISTAR® PC-10GFR-GY(V)
POLYCARBONATE, 10% GLASS
FILLED, FLAME RETARDANT UL94 V-0
AT 1.5 mm, 5VA @ 2.4mm, UV RESISTANT
PCA-403: PC/PBT ALLOY, UV
AND CHEMICAL RESISTANCE, IMPROVED LOw TEMPERATURE
IMPACT
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COMPANY
TRADE NAME
PTS LLC
TRISTAR®
SABIC IP
LEXAN®
BAYER
MAKROLON®
STYRON
CALIBRETM
101, 101R
201, 201R
3100
3105
300-6,
301-6
103, 103R
203, 203R
3103,
3107
302-6,
303-6
5-8 MFI
-UV
PC-06*,
PC-10R-(6),
PC-08*,
PC-10R-(8)
PC-10R-(V6),
PC-10R-(V8)
-FR(V-0@3.0 mm)
-FR with UV
PC-10FR-(8)
PC-10FR-(V8)
950AR
953AR
-
-
-GP
PC-10*,
PC-10R
141, 141R
241, 241R
2800,
2805
300-10,
301-10
-UV
PC-10R-(V)
143, 143R
243, 243R
2803,
2807
302-10,
303-10
-FR(V-0@3.0 mm)
-FR with UV
PC-10FR
PC-10FR-(V)
940A, 940AR
943A, 943AR
6455,
6457
891
-FR(VO@1.5 mm, 5VA@2.1 mm)
-FR with UV
PC-09FRN-WT
PC-09FRN-WTV
9925
FR7067
-
-NON Cl, NON Br FR (VO@1.5 mm)
-FR with UV
PC-10FRNH
PC-10FRNH-(V)
945
6557
EMERGE™ 8600
-GP
PC-10R-(12)
141L, 141LR
-UV
PC-10R-(VE)
-FR(V-0@1.5 mm)
-FR with UV
REFERRENCE - POLYCARBONATE
-GP
9-12 MFI
12-14 MFI
-
143L, 143LR
2600,
2605
2603,
2607
PC-10FRN
PC-10FRN-(V)
920R, 940R
923R, 943R
6485
-
PC-10FRN-(V)**
-
6485
-
2500,
2505
2503,
2507
6355,
6357
300-15,
301-15
302-15,
303-15
PC-10FR-(16)
PC-10FR-(V16)
121, 121R
221, 221R
123, 123R
223, 223R
920AR
923AR
-GP
PC-10R-(18),
PC-10R-(22)
HF1110
2405
300EP-22,
301EP-22
-UV
PC-10R-(V18),
PC-10R-(V22)
HF-1130
2407
302EP-22,
303EP-22
-FR(V-0@3.0 mm)
-FR with UV
PC-10FR-(18)
PC-10FR-(V18)
-
6255,
6257
-
500R,
503R
9415
5101
3412
8325
5201
3413
-
-
-FR(5VA@3.0 mm),**
with UV
15-17 MFI
-GP
PC-10R-(15)
-UV
PC-10R-(V15)
-FR(V-0@3.0 mm)
-FR with UV
18-24 MFI
-
-
Glass Reinforced Grades
V-O @ 1.5mm, 5VA @ 2.4mm
-10%
-10% with UV
-20%
-20% with UV
-30%
-30% with UV
PC-10GFR
PC-10GFR-(V)
PC-20GFR
PC-20GFR-(V)
PC-30GFR
PC-30GFR-(V)
TRISTAR® is a registered trademark of Polymer Technology & Services, LLC. LEXAN® is a registered trademark of SABIC IP CALIBRE® is a registered trademark of STYRON, LLC.
MAKROLON® is a registered trademark of Bayer. *Extrusion Grades **5VA Flame Retardant grades are available only in Black, Gray and Beige Colors. The PTS LLC. grades listed are
suggestions only. Due to variable conditions or methods of processing, NO GUARANTEES OR WARRANTIES ARE EXPECTED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The above information is not to be construed as a license or recommendation to infringe on any patents.
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COMPANY
TRADE NAME
PTS LLC
PTS
SABIC IP
CYCOLOY®
BAYER
BAYBLEND® TRIAX®
STYRON
PULSE®
-ID
PCA-1012
C1110
MC8002
T85MN
830
-GP
PCA-1011
C1000
T65MN
930
-HF
PCA-1010H
C1950
T45MN
600
-FR
PCA-FR
C2800
C2950HF
FR90
1725
PC/ABS
-5VA FR
PCA-2010
PCA-2008
FR
(Non Cl, non Br)
PCA-2010NH
PCA-2010NHV
C6200
FR
(Non Cl, non Br 5VA)
PCA-2201NH
PCA-2201NHV
C6600
COMPANY
TRADE NAME
FR3000
Emerge™ 7700
PTS LLC
PTS
SABIC IP
XENOY®
BAYER
MAKROBLEND®
-LT
PCA-3015
5720
UT 1018
-GP
PCA-3013
PCA-30G30
5220
UT 250
ABBREVIATIONS: GP: General Purpose
FR: Flame Retardant
HF: Hi Flow
ID: Impact Ductile
LT: Low Temperature
CYCOLOY® AND XENOY® are registered trademarks of Sabic IP.
PULSE® is a registered trademark of STYRON, LLC.
BAYBLEND®, TRIAX®, and MAKROBLEND® are registered trademarks of Bayer.
The PTS LLC. grades listed are suggestions only. Due to variable conditions or methods of processing, NO GUARANTEES OR WARRANTIES ARE
EXPECTED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The above information is not to be construed as a license or recommendation to infringe on any patents.
TRISTAR® PC-10FR-GY(VIM)
POLYCARBONATE, FLAME RETARDANT, UL94 V-0 AT 3.0 mm, UV AND
CHEMICAL RESISTANT, TESTED TELCORDIA GR49
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REFERENCE - ALLOYS
PC/PBT
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