Chimei WONDERLOY® PC-540A PC/ABS
WONDERLOY® PC-540A Flame Retardant PC Alloy Resin
WONDERLOY PC-540A is a high-performance plastic resin from CHIMEI. This natural-colored material offers excellent heat stability and flame resistance without brominated or chlorinated additives. With its V-0 rating at 1.5mm and 5VA at 2.5mm, PC-540A ensures top-notch safety and durability for your products.
Associated Documents
ISO TDS
ASTM TDS
MSDS
UL Product iQ
REACH SVHC
Process Guide
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Mass Density: 1.18 g/cm³ (ISO 1183)
- Melt Flow Index: 20 ml/10 min (ISO 1133, 260°C × 2.16 kg)
- Spiral Flow: 40 cm (CHIMEI test, 260°C, thickness 2 mm)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength:
- 60 MPa (Yield, ISO 527, 50 mm/min)
- 55 MPa (Break, ISO 527, 50 mm/min)
- Tensile Elongation: 80% (ISO 527, 50 mm/min)
- Flexural Strength: 90 MPa (ISO 178, 2 mm/min)
- Flexural Modulus: 2.4 GPa (ISO 178, 2 mm/min)
- Izod Impact Strength:
- 45 KJ/m² (23°C, Notched, ISO 180/1A)
- Not specified (-30°C, Notched, ISO 180/1A)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature:
- 108°C (50°C/hr, 1 kg, ISO 306)
- 101°C (50°C/hr, 5 kg, ISO 306)
- Heat Distortion Temperature:
- 83°C (1.8 MPa, unannealed, ISO 75/A)
- Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion: 8×10−58 \times 10^{-5} (ISO 11359)
Flammability
UL-94 Ratings:
- V-0 (1.5 mm)
- 5VB (2.0 mm)
- 5VA (2.5 mm)
Mold Shrinkage
Shrinkage: 0.4–0.6% (ISO 294-4)
Process Guide
- Pre-drying Conditions: 90°C × 4 hrs (adjusted based on humidity, storage, and dryer performance)
- Barrel Temperature Profile:
- Nozzle: Max 240°C, Min 220°C
- Compression Zone: Max 250°C, Min 230°C
- Feeding Zone: Max 220°C, Min 200°C
- Mold Temperature: 40–70°C
- Purging Recommendations: Use heat-stable resins such as polyethylene or polypropylene for purging.
Features & Benefits
Heat Stability
WONDERLOY PC-540A excels in high-temperature environments. Its heat distortion temperature of 83°C ensures it maintains shape and performance under stress, perfect for electronics applications.
Superior Flame Resistance
This resin boasts impressive flame-retardant properties. Achieving V-0 at 1.5mm, 5VB at 2.0mm, and 5VA at 2.5mm thickness, it provides top-tier fire safety without harmful additives.
Versatile Electronic Applications
From set-top boxes to gaming consoles, PC-540A adapts to various needs. Its balanced properties make it ideal for consumer electronics, communication equipment, and networking products.
Use & Applications
- Set-top boxes
- projectors
- computers
- communication equipment
- consumer electronics products
- video game consoles
- networking products
