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Versaflex™ CL2003X

Thermoplastic Elastomer

Supplied by GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers

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Product Description
Versaflex™ CL2003X is an ultra-soft TPE designed for use in injection molding applications where exceptional clarity and ultra-soft properties are desired.
New Product. Commercial specifications have not been established.
  • Tactile Feel
  • Ultra-Soft
  • Water Clarity
General  
Material Status 
  • Commercial: Active
Availability 
  • Africa & Middle East
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • North America
  • South America
Features 
  • High Clarity
  • Soft
  
Uses 
  • Artificial Skin
  • Consumer Applications
  • Footwear
  • Personal Care
  • Toys
  • Transparent or Translucent Parts
Agency Ratings 
RoHS Compliance 
Appearance 
  • Clear/Transparent
Forms 
  • Pellets
Processing Method 
  • Injection Molding
Physical
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Specific Gravity
 
 ASTM D792
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
Tear Strength
lbf/in
 ASTM D624
Hardness
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Durometer Hardness (Shore OO, 10 sec, 73°F)
 
 ASTM D2240
Fill Analysis
Nominal Value
Unit
Test Method
Apparent Viscosity (392°F, 11200 sec^-1)
Pa·s
 ASTM D3835
Related Terminology
Product names can be difficult to match. You may have searched any one of these terms to find this product: Versaflex™ CL2003X, Versaflex CL2003X, Versaflex™ , Versaflex, VersaflexCL2003X, CL 2003 X, CL2003X, CL2003, 2003X, Thermoplastic Elastomer, TPE, GLS, ThermoplasticElastomer, 2003CL
Features
Features may also be described by the following terms: High Clarity.
Uses
Uses may also be described by the following terms: Transparent Parts, Translucent Parts, Transparent or Translucent Parts, Artificial Skin.
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
  
Processing (Melt) Temp
°F
  
Mold Temperature
°F
  
Back Pressure
psi
  
Screw Speed
rpm
  
Injection Notes
Color concentrates with Versaflex™ CL2003 as the carrier are most suitable for coloring this product. If a Versaflex™ CL2003X color concentrate carrier is desired, it is important that the chosen color house have underwater pelletization capabilities. Typical loadings for color concentrates are from 1% to 5% by weight. Liquid color (pigment, not dye) can be used; white oil carriers are recommended. A high color match consistency can be obtained by using precolored compounds available from GLS. Polypropylene (PP) based color concentrates are not recommended because they lead to poor dispersion and can significantly change the hardness of the material. 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™ CL2003X 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.

The Versaflex™ CL2003X 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 5 - 8 minutes or longer.

Drying is not Required

Injection Speed: 0.5 to 2 in/sec
1st Stage - Boost Pressure: 80 to 300 psi
2nd Stage - Hold Pressure: 30% of Boost
Hold Time (Thick Part): 3 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
 
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