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Versalloy™ XL 9055-1

Thermoplastic Elastomer

Supplied by GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers

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Product Description
Versalloy™ XL 9055-1 is a TPV alloy with exceptional flow properties and surface aesthetics for a variety of applications.
  • Excellent Flow for Long, Thin Flow Paths
  • Exceptional Colorability
  • Overmold Adhesion to Polypropylene
  • Superior Surface Aesthetics
General  
Material Status 
  • Commercial: Active
Availability 
  • Africa & Middle East
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • North America
  • South America
Features 
  • Good Colorability
  • Good Flow
  • Good Surface Finish
  • Recyclable Material
 
Uses 
  • Consumer Applications
  • Overmolding
  • Soft Touch Applications
  • Thin-walled Parts
 
Agency Ratings 
  •  1
RoHS Compliance 
Appearance 
  • Natural Color
Forms 
  • Pellets
Processing Method 
  • Injection Molding
Physical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Specific Gravity
 
ASTM D792
Elastomers
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Tensile Stress 3, 4
    ASTM D412
100% Strain, 70°F
psi
 
300% Strain, 73°F
psi
 
Tensile Strength 3, 4 (Break, 73°F)
psi
ASTM D412
Tensile Elongation 3, 4 (Break, 73°F)
%
ASTM D412
Tear Strength 3, 4 (70°F)
lbf/in
ASTM D624
Compression Set
    ASTM D395B
73°F, 22.0 hr
%
 
158°F, 22.0 hr
%
 
212°F, 22.0 hr
%
 
Hardness
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Durometer Hardness (Shore A, 10 sec)
 
ASTM D2240
Fill Analysis
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Apparent Viscosity (392°F, 11200 sec^-1)
Pa·s
ASTM D3835
Additional Information
Versalloy™ XL 9055-1 can be recycled as a filler or impact modifier for polyolefins, or can be recycled by grinding and reintroduction to the molding process. Similar to PP or PE recycling process, if separated appropriately, it can be recycled many times.

Municipality waste stream recycle code is "7" which is designated for "Other".

Please contact GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers for a copy of our Recyclability Compliance letter.
Related Terminology
Product names can be difficult to match. You may have searched any one of these terms to find this product: Versalloy™ XL 9055-1, Versalloy XL 90551, Versalloy™ , Versalloy, VersalloyXL90551, XL 9055, XL 9055-1, XL 90551, XL 9055:1, XL 9055/1, XL 9055+1, XL 9055_1, XL 9055 1, XL9055, 90551, XL90551, XL9055_1, Thermoplastic Elastomer, TPE, GLS, ThermoplasticElastomer, 9055XL
Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: Good Surface Finish, Good Colorability, Good Flow.
Uses
Uses may also be described by the following terms: Thin-walled Parts, Thin Walled Parts, Thin-wall Parts, Thin wall Parts, Thinwall Parts.
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 Versalloy™ XL 9055-1. 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. A high color match consistency can be obtained by the use of precolored compounds available from GLS. 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 Versalloy™ XL 9055-1 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.

Versalloy™ XL 9055-1 has good melt stability. Maximum residence times may vary, depending on the size of the barrel. Generally, the barrel should be emptied if it is idle for periods of 8 - 10 minutes 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: 70% of Boost
Hold Time (Thick Part): 4 to 10 sec
Hold Time (Thin Part): 1 to 3 sec
Notes
1Please contact GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers for a copy of the FDA compliance letter.
2Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
3Die C
42 hr
 
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