FIPC Formosa TARFLON™ A1900 PC Resin
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TARFLON™ A1900 Natural Color PC Resin Injection Molding
Tarflon A1900 is a high-flow polycarbonate resin designed for injection molding and compounding. With exceptional impact resistance, thermal stability, and electrical insulation, it’s ideal for demanding industrial applications like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.
Associated Documents
Data Sheet
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- MFR (Melt Flow Rate): 19 g/10min (ISO 1133)
- Density: 1.2 g/cm³ (ISO 1183)
- Water Absorption (50% RH, 24hr): 0.23% (ISO 62)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress at Yield: 65 MPa (ISO 527-1,2)
- Tensile Strain at Break: 95% (ISO 527-1,2)
- Flexural Strength: 90 MPa (ISO 178)
- Flexural Modulus: 2.3 GPa (ISO 178)
- Rockwell Hardness: R120/M50 (ISO 2039-2)
Impact Properties
- Charpy Impact Strength (Notched): 70 kJ/m² (ISO 179-1)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa): 125°C (ISO 75-1,2)
- Linear Thermal Expansion Coefficient: 6.5 × 10⁻⁵/°C (ISO 11359-2)
- Mold Shrinkage: 0.5 ~ 0.7% (ASTM D955)
Optical Properties
- Total Luminous Transmittance: 85 ~ 90% (ISO 13468-1)
Electrical Properties
- Dielectric Strength: 30 kV/mm (IEC 60243-1)
- Volume Resistivity: >10¹⁶ Ω·cm (ASTM D257)
- Dielectric Constant (1 MHz): 2.85 (IEC 60250)
- Dielectric Dissipation Factor (1 MHz): 0.0092 (IEC 60250)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Flammability Rating:
- V-2 (0.36 ~ 1.8 mm)
- HB (1.9 ~ 6.0 mm) (UL94)
- CTI (Comparative Tracking Index): PLC Level 2 (UL746A)
- RTI (Relative Thermal Index):
- Electrical: 130°C (UL746B)
- Impact: 125°C (UL746B)
- Strength: 130°C (UL746B)
- Resistance to UV & Water Exposure/Immersion: f2 (UL746C)
Injection Molding
- Pre-drying Condition: 120°C, 5~8 hours
- Cylinder Temperature: 260 ~ 300°C (Max. 320°C)
- Mold Temperature: 80 ~ 120°C
Features & Benefits
High-Flow Efficiency
Tarflon A1900’s 19 g/10min MFR ensures fast, smooth filling of intricate molds, reducing cycle times and energy costs. Perfect for complex parts like thin-walled electronics housings.
Superior Impact Resistance
With 70 kJ/m² Charpy impact strength, Tarflon A1900 withstands harsh impacts without cracking. Ideal for automotive components or rugged equipment exposed to heavy wear.
Thermal & Electrical Stability
A 125°C heat deflection temperature and 30 kV/mm dielectric strength make it reliable for high-temperature environments and electrical insulation, such as connectors or power tools.
Use & Applications
- Injection molded parts requiring high clarity and strength
- Compounded materials for custom formulations
- Transparent housings for consumer electronics
- Automotive interior or lighting components
- Medical device casings and enclosures
- High-performance industrial equipment covers
