Extrusion Molding
PLA 102 is composed of PLA and PBAT, developed for the extrusion molding applications. See Table 1 for properties.
Table 1- Typical Material Properties
Physical Properties | Result | Test Method |
Density (g/cm3) | 1.532 | ISO 1183-1:2012 Method A |
Melt Mass Flow Rate (g/10min) | 1.62 | ISO 1133-1:2011 Procedure A |
Mechanical Properties |
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Flexural Strength (MPa) | 58.9 | ISO 178:2010/Amd. 1:2013 Method A |
Flexural Modulus (MPa) | 2625 | |
Izod Notched Impact Strength (KJ/m2) | 5.4 | ISO 180:2000/Amd.2:2013 |
Charpy Notched Impact Strength(KJ/m2) | 5.9 | ISO 179-1:2010 |
Tensile Modulus (MPa) | 2440 | ISO 527-1:2012 & ISO 527-2:2012 |
Tensile Strength (MPa) | 47.6 | |
Nominal Tensile Strain at Break (%) | 50.6 | |
Thermal Properties | ||
Heat Deflection Temperature (oC) | 52.9 | ISO 75-2:2004 |
Application
The PLA102 are developed for the application of straws.
Processing Information
PLA102 can be processed on most conventional extrusion molding equipment. The material is stable in the molten state, provided that the drying procedures are followed. Mold flow is highly dependent on melt and mold temperatures. The extrusion temperature is between 180oC and 200oC. Moreover, the extrusion molding parameters should be adjusted according to the actual circumstance.
