Formosa (FCFC) TAIRILITE® AC3853
TAIRILITE® AC3853 PC Resin Transparent Flame Retardant Grade
TAIRILITE AC3853 is a premium transparent flame-retardant PC resin engineered by FCFC Plastics. Combining halogen-free safety, UV resistance, and mid-low flow properties, this versatile FCFC PC resin delivers exceptional clarity and reliability for high-safety applications. Ideal for demanding industries requiring both visibility and fire protection.
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ISO Data Sheet
ASTM Data Sheet
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ISO 1183, 23°C)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength: 70 MPa (ISO 527, 23°C, 50 mm/min)
- Flexural Strength: 108 MPa (ISO 178, 23°C, 2 mm/min)
- Flexural Modulus: 2155 MPa (ISO 178, 23°C, 2 mm/min)
- Rockwell Hardness (R-scale): R-122 (ISO 2039-2, 23°C)
Impact Properties
- Charpy Impact Strength: 75 kJ/m² (ISO 179, 23°C, 4 mm, Notched)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): 128°C (ISO 75/A, Unannealed, 1.8 MPa, 4 mm, 120°C/h)
Optical Properties
- Transparency: Yes
Flame Characteristics
- Combustibility: UL-94 V-0 at 2.5 mm (File No. E162823)
Injection Molding
- Melt Flow Index (MFI): 12 g/10 min (ISO 1133, 300°C, 1.2 kg)
- Molding Shrinkage: 0.5–0.7% (ISO 2577)
Use & applications
Features & Benefits
V-0 Flame Retardancy
UL 94 V-0 certified at 2.5mm/3.0mm thickness, ensuring superior fire safety without toxic halogens. Protects critical components in electrical/electronic environments.
UV-Resistant Transparency
It withstands outdoor exposure (UL 746C f1-rated), maintaining optical clarity under sunlight. Perfect for transparent covers, lenses, and displays prone to yellowing.
Halogen-Free Safety
Eco-friendly formulation eliminates toxic fumes during combustion. Safeguards user health and meets strict environmental regulations.
FAQs
The supplied ISO TDS lists “Halogen free” in the features.
UL Product iQ for AC385(x) lists UL 746C f1 outdoor suitability. The ISO TDS also lists UV resistance. This supports outdoor use, subject to final product validation.
UL Product iQ for AC385(x) lists V-0 at 2.5–3.0 mm, in NC/WT colors, with f1. The ISO TDS lists V-0 2.5 mm. Verify the exact thickness and color.
The processing guide recommends pre-drying at 120°C for 4–8 hr. Nozzle and middle zones are 250–300°C, rear zone 240–280°C, mold temperature 70–100°C. Do not exceed 320°C.
It is a transparent, flame-retardant, mid-low-flow, UV-resistant, halogen-free grade. It is often used for transparent covers, lenses, and light guides requiring V-0 and outdoor suitability.
AC3853 Related Flame Retardant Grades
Disclaimer:Disclaimer: The grades below are potential alternatives for comparison only from FORMOSA (FCFC). They are not direct drop-in replacements. UL ratings are color- and thickness-dependent. Typical values are not specifications. All property data is from ISO TDS unless otherwise stated. Please verify current UL Product iQ status, request TDS/SDS/COA and test samples before substitution.
| Grade / Manufacturer | Positioning vs. AC3853 | UL94 (ISO TDS) | MFR | HDT | Notched Impact (Charpy) | Color | UV / UL 746C f1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC3854 FORMOSA TAIRILITE® PC | Direct sister grade with identical UL / MFR / HDT, slightly lower Charpy 70 kJ/m² | V-0 2.5–3.0 mm | 12 g/10 min | 128 °C | 70 kJ/m² | Transparent FR; NC/WT | UL 746C f1; UV resistance |
| AC3843 FORMOSA TAIRILITE® PC | Thicker-wall transparent FR: V-0 at 3.0–3.3 mm, ALL color coverage, same impact 75 kJ/m² | V-0 3.0–3.3 mm | 12 g/10 min | 128 °C | 75 kJ/m² | Transparent FR; ALL | UL 746C f1; UV resistance |
| AC3832 FORMOSA TAIRILITE® PC | Low-flow (MFR 5) transparent FR with thinnest V-0 coverage from 1.0 mm + 5VA 3.0 mm | V-0 1.0–3.0 mm; 5VA 3.0 mm | 5 g/10 min | 128 °C | 70 kJ/m² | Transparent FR; ALL | UL 746C f1; UV resistance |
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Substitution checklist: Before replacing any grade, verify UL94 at the same wall thickness, UL-listed color, halogen-free declaration, MFR/MVR, HDT, notched impact, UV / UL 746C f1 and processing window.