Versaflex 9555-1 GLS Thermoplastic Elastomer

Product Description

Versaflex™ 9555-1 has exceptional flow properties and surface aesthetics for a variety of applications.

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Processing Method

Physical	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Specific Gravity			ASTM D792
Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR)			ASTM D1238
190°C/2.16 kg		g/10 min
200°C/5.0 kg		g/10 min
Molding Shrinkage - Flow		in/in	ASTM D955
Elastomers	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Tensile Stress^2, 3			ASTM D412
100% Strain, 73°F		psi
300% Strain, 73°F		psi
Tensile Strength^2, 3 (Break, 73°F)		psi	ASTM D412
Tensile Elongation^2, 3 (Break, 73°F)		%	ASTM D412
Compression Set (73°F, 22.0 hr)		%	ASTM D395B
Hardness	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Durometer Hardness (10 sec)			ASTM D2240
Fill Analysis	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Apparent Viscosity			ASTM D3835
392°F, 1340 sec^-1		Pa·s
392°F, 11200 sec^-1		Pa·s
Related Terminology
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Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: Good Flow, Good Surface Finish, Good Colorability.
Agency Ratings
This plastic material has 1 certifications from the following agencies (the number in parentheses shows the number of certifications for that agency): FDA (1).

Injection	Nominal Value	Unit
Suggested Max Regrind		%
Rear Temperature		°F
Middle Temperature		°F
Front Temperature		°F
Nozzle Temperature		°F
Mold Temperature		°F
Back Pressure		psi
Screw Speed		rpm
Injection Notes
Color concentrates with polypropylene (PP) carrier are most suitable for coloring Versaflex™ 9555-1. Improved color dispersion can be achieved by using higher melt flow concentrates (with a melt flow from 25 - 40 g/10 min). Typical loadings for color concentrates are 1% to 5% by weight. Concentrates based on PVC should not be used. The final determination of color concentrate suitability should be determined by customer trials. Purge thoroughly before and after use of this product with a low flow (0.5 - 2.5 MFR) polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP). Regrind levels up to 20% can be used with Versaflex™ 9555-1 with minimal property loss, provided that the regrind is free of contamination. To minimize losses during molding, the melt temperature should remain as low as possible. The final determination of regrind effectiveness should be determined by the customer. Versaflex™ 9555-1 has good melt stability. Empty the barrel for idle periods of fifteen (15) mintes or longer. Drying is not Required Injection Speed: 1 to 5 in/sec 1st Stage - Boost Pressure: 300 to 700 psi 2nd Stage - Hold Pressure: 30% of Boost Hold Time (Thick Part): 4 to 10 sec Hold Time (Thin Part): 1 to 3 sec

Notes

¹Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.

²Die C

³2 hr

Versaflex™ 9555-1