Sabic CYCOLOY™ FR Resins C2950 PC/ABS
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Sabic Cycoloy FR C2950 (PC/ABS) Resin
SABIC Cycoloy Fr resins C2950 (PC/ABS) resin is a high-heat, flame-retardant material. This non-chlorinated, non-brominated grade achieves a UL 94 V-0 & 5VB rating, making it a safe and robust choice for Appliances, lighting, and electrical components.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.18 (Natural); 1.22 (Color) (ASTM D792)
- Water Absorption (23°C, 24 hrs): 0.1% (ASTM D570)
- Water Absorption (23°C, Saturated): 0.4% (ASTM D570)
- Melt Flow Rate (260°C/2.16 kg): 10 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
- Mold Shrinkage (Flow, 3.2 mm): 0.4–0.6% (SABIC Method)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (Yield, 50 mm/min): 62 MPa (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Strain (Break, 50 mm/min): 40% (ASTM D638)
- Flexural Stress (Yield, 2.6 mm/min): 102 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus (2.6 mm/min): 2650 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Hardness (Rockwell R): 123 (ASTM D785)
Impact Properties
- Izod Notched Impact (23°C): 534 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Izod Notched Impact (-30°C): 160 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Total Energy (23°C): 61 J (ASTM D3763)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Total Energy (-30°C): 54 J (ASTM D3763)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50): 112°C (ASTM D1525)
- HDT (1.82 MPa, 3.2 mm, Unannealed): 90°C (ASTM D648)
- HDT (0.45 MPa, 6.4 mm, Unannealed): 104°C (ASTM D648)
- HDT (1.82 MPa, 6.4 mm, Unannealed): 95°C (ASTM D648)
- CTE (Flow or Cross Flow, -30°C to 30°C): 7.2 x 10⁻⁵ /°C (ASTM D696)
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.2 W/m-°C (ASTM C177)
Electrical Properties
- Volume Resistivity: 1.E+17 Ω.cm (ASTM D257)
- Surface Resistivity: >1.E+16 Ω (ASTM D257)
- Dielectric Strength (In Oil, 3.2 mm): 19.4 kV/mm (ASTM D149)
- Relative Permittivity (50/60 Hz): 3 (ASTM D150)
- Dissipation Factor (50/60 Hz): 0.005 (ASTM D150)
- Arc Resistance (Tungsten): 6 PLC Code (ASTM D495)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Recognized, 94V-0 Flame Rating: 1.5 mm (UL 94)
- UL Recognized, 94-5VB Flame Rating: 2.49 mm (UL 94)
- Oxygen Index (LOI): 32% (ASTM D2863)
Injection Molding Conditions
- Drying Temperature: 80–90°C
- Drying Time: 3–4 hours (Max: 8 hours cumulative)
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.04%
- Melt Temperature: 245–275°C
- Mold Temperature: 60–80°C
- Screw Speed: 40–70 RPM
- Back Pressure: 0.3–0.7 MPa
Use & Applications
- Appliances: Housings for power tools, vacuum cleaners, and internal components of large white goods.
- Lighting: Housings and reflectors for LED fixtures, electrical connectors, and diffusers.
- Electrical: Electrical enclosures, circuit breaker components, power distribution units, and charger housings.
Features & Benefits
Superior Flame Retardancy, Halogen-Free
This non-chlorinated, non-brominated formulation provides excellent fire resistance without halogenated additives. It ensures your products, from power strips to appliance housings.
Exceptional Heat Resistance & Stability
With a Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) up to 104°C, Sabic Cycoloy C2950 (PC/ABS) resin maintains structural integrity in high-temperature environments. This prevents deformation in applications like lighting fixtures or internal appliance components.
Outstanding Impact Strength & Durability
It offers high notched Izod impact resistance, absorbing energy without fracturing. This durability is crucial for protecting internal electrical components and ensuring the longevity of handheld appliances and tool housings.