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Kemcor MD 5531

Linear Medium Density Polyethylene

Supplied by Qenos Pty Ltd

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Product Description
MD 5531 is manufactured using the fluidized bed process.
This resin is manufactured to conform to the requirements for unrestricted food contact of AS 2070 Part 1 (1992).
General  
Material Status 
  • Commercial: Active
Availability 
  • North America
Features 
  • Good Impact Resistance
  • Good Processability
  • Good Toughness
  • High ESCR (Stress Crack Resist.)
  • High Rigidity
Uses 
  • Automotive Applications
  • Household Goods
  • Toys
  • Wire & Cable Applications
  
Appearance 
  • Natural Color
Forms 
  • Pellets
Processing Method 
  • Dip Coating
Physical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Density
g/cm³
 ASTM D1505
Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (190°C/2.16 kg)
g/10 min
 ASTM D1238
Mechanical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Tensile Strength (Yield)
psi
 ASTM D638
Tensile Elongation (Break)
%
 ASTM D638
Hardness
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Durometer Hardness (Shore D)
 
 ASTM D2240
Related Terminology
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Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: Good Processability, Easy Processing, Good Impact Resistance, High Environmental Stress Cracking Resistance, High ESCR, Stress Cracking Resistant, Good Toughness, Tough, High Rigidity.
Uses
Uses may also be described by the following terms: Wire and Cable Applications, Wire & Cable Applications, Household Goods, Housewares, Automotive Applications, Automotive Sector.
Notes
1Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
 
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