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Polypropylene
Recycling|
RESIN PROPERTIES |
ASTM TEST |
UNIT ENGLISH (METRIC) |
NOMINAL VALUES |
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Melt Flow |
D1238 |
gm/10 min |
7 to 15 |
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Izod Impact Notched |
D256 |
ft lb/in (J/m) |
2 (107) |
What is Polypropylene?
Polypropylene is a synthetic polymer of propylene monomers. Named for its
versatility, polypropylene is a lightweight thermoplastic that is polymerized
from propylene (CH3 - CH = CH2) and has a methyl group (CH3) branching off of
every other carbon along its molecular backbone. Because the most common form
of polypropylene has the methyl groups all on one side of the carbon
backbone, polypropylene molecules tend to be highly aligned and compact,
giving this thermoplastic the properties of durability and chemical
resistance. This polyolefin is considered the most versatile of the plastic
family which explains its continuing and rapid increase in use.
Description and Properties
Polypropylene is a hydrocarbon that is distilled from the petroleum refining
process. Light, but strong and durable, it is thought to be one of the
cheapest and most versatile of all the thermoplastics. As a light weight
plastic, polypropylene exhibits a unique set of properties. Not only is it
fairly light, durable and impact resistant, it has a high melting point (327°
F/164° C), good electrical insulation properties, doesn't absorb water and is
highly resistant to aggressive chemicals. The combination of these properties
make it a popular and promising plastic for manufacturers.
- Excellent optical clarity in biaxially oriented films and stretch blow molded containers
- Low moisture vapor transmission
- Inertness toward chemicals
Applications for Recycled Polypropylene
Polypropylene is one of the most versatile resins on the market. As
polypropylene suppliers, our products are used for a wide range of products
including polypropylene rope, luggage, carpeting, fiber, strapping,
containers, bags, packaging and tubing. Because of its unique properties,
recycled polypropylene is used by a wide range of industries to create
virtually an unlimited number of products. Most of these products are created
using the injection molding process and include everything from household
goods such as containers for yogurt, margarine, takeout meals, and deli
foods. It's also used to make medicine bottles, bottle caps and closures, and
bottles for ketchup and syrup. In addition to packaging, PP's major uses are
in fibers, appliances and large automotive parts.
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