FCFC Formosa TAIRILAC® WE1805 ASA Resin
TAIRILAC® WX1805 ASA Resin Weathering Grade
TAIRILAC® WX1805 by FCFC ASA Resin is a high-performance thermoplastic engineered for automotive parts, electrical appliances, and heat-resistant components. Its exceptional UV stability, mechanical strength, and thermal resilience ensure long-term durability in demanding environments, making it ideal for outdoor and industrial applications.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Melt Flow Index: 5 g/10 min (ISO 1133, 220 °C × 10 kg)
Mechanical Properties
- Charpy Impact Strength (Notched): 16 kJ/m² (ISO 179, 23 °C, 4 mm thick)
- Tensile Strength: 46 MPa (ISO 527, 23 °C, 50 mm/min)
- Flexural Strength: 71 MPa (ISO 178, 23 °C, 2 mm/min)
- Flexural Modulus: 2300 MPa (ISO 178, 23 °C, 2 mm/min)
- Rockwell Hardness (R-scale): R-109 (ISO 2039-2, 23 °C)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Point: 99 °C (ISO 306, Annealed, 50 N, 50 °C/h)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): 100 °C (ISO 75/A, Annealed, 1.8 MPa, 4 mm thick, 120 °C/h)
Other Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.05 (ISO 1183, 23 °C/23 °C)
- Molding Shrinkage: 0.4–0.7% (ISO 2577, 3.2 mm)
- Combustibility: UL-94 HB (1.5–3 mm thick)
Features & Benefits
Superior UV Resistance
TAIRILAC® WX1805 resists fading and degradation under prolonged sun exposure, ensuring color retention and structural integrity for outdoor products like roofing tiles and automotive trims.
High Impact Strength
With a Charpy Impact Strength of 16 kJ/m² (ISO 179), this resin withstands physical stress, reducing cracks in auto parts and electrical enclosures even in harsh conditions.
Thermal Stability
It maintains performance up to 100°C (ISO 75/A), ideal for heat-resistant appliances and automotive under-the-hood components, ensuring safety and longevity.
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