Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) · Low-density polyethylene for injection moulding
Ermalene LD 1870
LDPE with very high melt flow for injection of thin, flexible parts
- Melt flow rate
- 70 g/10 min
- Density
- 0.918 g/cm³
- Vicat temperature
- 78 °C
Description
Ermalene LDPE 1870 is a low-density polyethylene for injection moulding, designed for thin and flexible injection-moulded parts, coatings and masterbatch preparation. It offers excellent flow and processability, with high flexibility and a glossy surface.
Recommended applications
- Artificial flowers
- Metal coating
- Textile coating
- Masterbatch preparation
Technical properties
| Property | Value | Unit | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt flow rate (2.16 kg) | 70 | g/10 min | ASTM D-1238 |
| Density | 0.918 | g/cm³ | ASTM D-1505 |
| Tensile strength at yield | 6 | MPa | ASTM D-638 |
| Tensile strength at break | 10 | MPa | ASTM D-638 |
| Elongation at break | 200 | % | ASTM D-638 |
| Shrinkage | 1.5-2.5 | % | ASTM D-955 |
| Crystalline melting point | 101 | °C | ASTM E-794 |
| Vicat softening temperature | 78 | °C | ASTM D-1525 |
Typical manufacturer's values: they are a guide only and not product specifications. Source: technical data sheet by ERMC – Egyptian for Roto & Masterbatch Co. (Alejandría, Egipto).