Braskem PE AB-56 Braskem Polyethylene, High Density

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Processing Method

Physical	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Specific Gravity			ASTM D792
Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (190°C/2.16 kg)		g/10 min	ASTM D1238
Environmental Stress-Cracking Resistance (F50)		hr	ASTM D1693
Mechanical	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Tensile Strength²			ASTM D638
Yield		psi
Ultimate		psi
Apparent Bending Modulus		psi	ASTM D747
Thermal	Nominal Value	Unit	Test Method
Brittleness Temperature		°F	ASTM D746
Vicat Softening Temperature		°F	ASTM D1525
Additional Information
Recommended film, cast temperature profile: 190°C - 230°C Recommended film, blown temperature profile: 180°C - 210°C Recommended monofilament temperature profile: 190°C - 230°C Stretch ration: 6 to 8:1
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Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: Good UV Resistance, UV Resistant, Ultraviolet Resistant, Ultraviolet Light Resistant, Good Processability, Easy Processing.
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).

Notes

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

²2.0 in/min

Braskem PE AB-56