Sabic LEXAN™ PC Resin 223M
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SABIC PC Lexan 223M Flame Retardant Grade
LEXAN™ 223M resin is a versatile 18 MFR polycarbonate engineered for reliability. It offers UV stabilization for outdoor durability, improved mold release for efficient production, and a UL94 V2 flame-retardant rating for enhanced safety.
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Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.20 (ASTM D792)
- Density: 1.19 g/cm³ (ASTM D792)
- Water Absorption (23°C/24hrs): 0.15% (ASTM D570)
- Water Absorption (23°C/Saturated): 0.35% (ASTM D570)
- Water Absorption (Equilibrium, 100°C): 0.58% (ASTM D570)
- Melt Flow Rate (300°C/1.2 kgf): 17.5 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (Yield, 50 mm/min): 62 MPa (ASTM D638)
- Flexural Stress (Yield, 1.3 mm/min): 93 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus (1.3 mm/min): 2340 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Tensile Strain (Yield, 50 mm/min): 7% (ASTM D638)
- Hardness (Rockwell, M-Scale): 70 (ASTM D785)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact, Unnotched, 23°C: NB (ISO 180/1U)
- Izod Impact, Notched, 23°C: 65 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Charpy Impact, V-notch, 23°C: 65 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50): 154°C (ASTM D1525)
- HDT (0.45 MPa, unannealed): 137°C (ASTM D648)
- HDT (1.82 MPa, unannealed): 132°C (ASTM D648)
Optical Properties
- Light Transmission (2.54 mm): 88% (ASTM D1003)
- Haze (2.54 mm): 1% (ASTM D1003)
- Refractive Index: 1.586 (ASTM D542)
Electrical Properties
- Volume Resistivity: >1.E+17 Ω.cm (ASTM D257)
- Dielectric Strength (3.2 mm): 15 kV/mm (ASTM D149)
- Relative Permittivity (50/60 Hz): 3.17 (ASTM D150)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Flame Class Rating: UL94 V-2 @ 0.75 mm (UL 94)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 120°C
- Drying Time: 3 – 4 hours
- Melt Temperature: 280 – 305°C
- Mold Temperature: 70 – 95°C
- Back Pressure: 0.3 – 0.7 MPa
- Screw Speed: 40 – 70 rpm
Features & Benefits
Enhanced Flame Retardant Safety
This LEXAN 223M grade is UL94 V2 rated, providing a critical level of flame resistance. This helps your components meet essential safety regulations, reducing risk in electrical and electronic applications.
Superior Impact & UV Resistance
With excellent notched Izod impact strength, parts made from LEXAN Resin 223M can withstand sudden drops and impacts. Combined with UV stabilization, it resists yellowing and degradation outdoors, ensuring long-term performance and aesthetics.
Excellent Processability & Mold Release
Featuring improved mold release properties, this LEXAN 223M resin facilitates easier part ejection, reduces mold fouling, and increases production cycle efficiency.
Use & Applications
- Automotive interior components and connectors
- Electrical enclosures, housings, and connectors
- Consumer electronics and appliance housings
- Medical device components (non-implantable)
- Industrial parts and machinery components