Covestro Makrolon® 2407 RE PC Resin
Plastic Granules
Makrolon 2407 RE Polycarbonate Granules Genaral Injection Molding Grade
Makrolon 2407 RE is a versatile, low-viscosity polycarbonate resin with 19 cm³/10 min MVR (300°C/1.2 kg), UV stabilization, and easy-release properties. This ISCC PLUS-certified material offers partial bio-circular content via mass balance and is available in transparent, translucent, and opaque colors—ideal for sustainable, high-clarity applications.
Associated Documents
ISO TDS
Typical property data
Physical Properties (Rheological)
- Melt Volume-Flow Rate (MVR, 300 °C/1.2 kg): 19 cm³/10 min (ISO 1133)
- Melt Mass-Flow Rate (300 °C/1.2 kg): 20 g/10 min (ISO 1133)
- Molding Shrinkage (Parallel, 60x60x2 mm³/500 bar): 0.65% (ISO 294-4)
- Molding Shrinkage (Normal, 60x60x2 mm³/500 bar): 0.70% (ISO 294-4)
Mechanical Properties (23 °C/50 % r. h.)
- Tensile Modulus (1 mm/min): 2400 MPa (ISO 527-1,-2)
- Yield Stress (50 mm/min): 66 MPa (ISO 527-1,-2)
- Yield Strain (50 mm/min): 6.0% (ISO 527-1,-2)
- Nominal Strain at Break (50 mm/min): > 50% (ISO 527-1,-2)
- Flexural Modulus (2 mm/min): 2350 MPa (ISO 178)
- Flexural Strength (2 mm/min): 98 MPa (ISO 178)
- Charpy Notched Impact Strength (23 °C, 3 mm): 65 kJ/m² (ISO 21305/based on ISO 179/1eA)
- Charpy Notched Impact Strength (-30 °C, 3 mm): 14 kJ/m² (ISO 21305/based on ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Glass Transition Temperature (10 °C/min): 143 °C (ISO 11357-1,-2)
- Deflection Temperature Under Load (1.80 MPa): 124 °C (ISO 75-1,-2)
- Vicat Softening Temperature (50 N; 50 °C/h): 143 °C (ISO 306)
- Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23–55 °C, Parallel): 0.65 × 10⁻⁴/K (ISO 11359-1,-2)
- Burning Behavior (0.75 mm, UL 94): V-2 (UL 94)
- Burning Behavior (2.7 mm, UL 94): HB (UL 94)
- Oxygen Index: 27% (ISO 4589-2)
Electrical Properties (23 °C/50 % r. h.)
- Relative Permittivity (100 Hz): 3.1 (IEC 60250)
- Relative Permittivity (1 MHz): 3.0 (IEC 60250)
- Dissipation Factor (100 Hz): 0.0005 (IEC 60250)
- Volume Resistivity: 1 × 10¹⁴ Ohm·m (IEC 62631-3-1)
- Electrical Strength (1 mm): 34 kV/mm (IEC 60243-1)
- Comparative Tracking Index (Solution A): 250 (IEC 60112)
Other Properties (23 °C)
- Water Absorption (Saturation Value): 0.30% (ISO 62)
- Water Absorption (Equilibrium Value, 23 °C; 50 % r. h.): 0.12% (ISO 62)
- Density: 1200 kg/m³ (ISO 1183-1)
- Refractive Index: 1.584 (ISO 489)
- Luminous Transmittance (Clear, 2 mm): 89% (ISO 13468-2)
Processing and Drying Conditions
- Injection Molding Melt Temperature: 280–320 °C (ISO 294)
- Injection Molding Mold Temperature: 80–120 °C (ISO 294)
- Dry Air Drying Temperature: 120 °C
- Dry Air Drying Time: 2–3 hours
- Moisture Content (Max.): ≤ 0.02%
Features & Benefits
Sustainable & Eco-Certified
Derived from renewable resources via ISCC PLUS mass balance, Makrolon 2407 RE reduces carbon footprint without compromising performance—perfect for brands targeting ESG goals.
Exceptional Flow & Processability
With low viscosity (MVR 19 cm³/10 min) and optimized drying (120°C/2–3 hrs), it enables faster cycle times and complex mold filling—slashing production costs.
Impact-Resistant Durability
It boasts 65 kJ/m² notched impact strength (23°C) and >50% strain at break, ensuring toughness for high-stress environments like automotive or protective gear.
Use & Applications
- Consumer Electronics: Phone cases, transparent covers (UV stability prevents yellowing).
- Automotive Interiors: Dashboard components, knobs (impact-resistant, aesthetic finishes).
- Industrial Equipment: Safety visors, machine housings (electrical insulation + durability).
- Lighting Solutions: LED diffusers, lenses (high light transmission >89%).
