FIPC Formosa TARFLON™ IR2200 PC Resin
Plastic Granules
TARFLON™ IR2200 PC Resin General Grade High Transparency
Tarflon IR2200 is a high-performance polycarbonate resin designed for clarity, durability, and compliance. With its iced-clear finish, excellent mold release properties, and NSF/ANSI 51 certification, this UL-listed material excels in injection molding and extrusion for food-safe, electrical, and automotive applications. Ideal for demanding environments where transparency and strength matter.
Associated Documents
Data Sheet
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Melt Flow Rate (MFR): 11 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): 80 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)
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: UL94
- V-2 (0.36–2.9 mm)
- HB (3.0–6.0 mm)
- Comparative Tracking Index (CTI): PLC level 2 (UL746A)
- Relative Thermal Index (RTI):
- Electrical: 130°C (UL746B)
- Impact: 125°C (UL746B)
- Strength: 130°C (UL746B)
- UV/Water Exposure or 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
Crystal-Clear Transparency
Tarflon IR2200 offers 85–90% light transmittance, ensuring optical clarity for lenses, lighting covers, and food containers. Combines aesthetics with functionality for visually critical parts.
Unmatched Impact Resistance
With Charpy impact strength of 80 kJ/m², it outperforms standard plastics, reducing breakage in safety gear, vehicle components, and rugged equipment housings.
Heat & Dimensional Stability
It withstands temperatures up to 125°C (HDT) and maintains tight tolerances (±0.5–0.7% shrinkage), perfect for electrical housings, automotive lamps, and precision-molded parts.
Use & Applications
- Food & Beverage: Containers, dishes, cups (NSF-certified).
- Electronics: Relay/timer cases, electrical housings, decorative lighting.
- Automotive: Lamps, visors, impact-resistant components.
- Safety Gear: Explosion-proof gloves, safety lamps, contact lens cases.
- Consumer Goods: Shatter-resistant glasses, outdoor equipment, optical parts.
