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Haysite BMC 18600

Thermoset Polyester

Glass Fiber Reinforcement, 15%

Supplied by Haysite Reinforced Plastics

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Product Description
The 18600 series bulk molding compound can be compression, transfer, or injection molded. Formulated with a high temperature resin system, this grade exhibits exceptional retention of physical and electrical properties after exposure to elevated temperatures.
General  
Material Status 
  • Commercial: Active
Availability 
  • North America
Filler / Reinforcement 
  • Glass Fiber Reinforcement, 15% Filler by Weight
Features 
  • Good Electrical Properties
  • Good Thermal Stability
  
Forms 
  • BMC - Bulk Molding Compound
Processing Method 
  • Compression Molding
  • Injection Molding
  • Resin Transfer Molding
Physical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Specific Gravity
 
 ASTM D792
Molding Shrinkage - Flow
in/in
 ASTM D955
Water Absorption (24 hr)
%
 ASTM D570
Mechanical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Tensile Strength
psi
 ASTM D638
Flexural Strength
psi
 ASTM D790
Compressive Strength
psi
 ASTM D695
Impact
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Notched Izod Impact
ft·lb/in
 ASTM D256
Electrical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Dielectric Strength 2 (in Oil)
V/mil
 ASTM D149
Dielectric Constant (60 Hz)
 
 ASTM D150
Dissipation Factor (60 Hz)
 
 ASTM D150
Arc Resistance
sec
 ASTM D495
Flammability
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
UL File Number
 
  
Thermoset
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Shelf Life (65°F)
wk
  
Additional Information
Temp Rating: 180°C
Range of Glass Content Available: 5-35%
Cure Temp: 280-320°F
Molding Pressure: 200-2000 psi
Related Terminology
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Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: Good Thermal Stability, Good Electrical Properties.
Notes
1Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
2Method A (Short-Time)
 
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