Sabic LEXAN™ PC Resin HF1110R
SABIC Lexan HF1110 High Flow PC
LEXAN™ Resin HF1110R is a high-flow polycarbonate designed for injection molding applications requiring excellent dimensional stability, fast cycle times, and reliable flame resistance. With a UL94 V2 rating and easy mold release, it’s ideal for complex, high-volume components.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ASTM D792)
- Mold Shrinkage (Flow, 3.2 mm): 0.5 – 0.7% (SABIC Method)
- Melt Flow Rate (300°C/1.2 kgf): 25 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (Yield, Type I, 50 mm/min): 62 MPa (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Stress (Break, Type I, 50 mm/min): 65 MPa (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Strain (Break, Type I, 50 mm/min): 120% (ASTM D638)
- Flexural Stress (Yield, 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span): 93 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus (1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span): 2300 MPa (ASTM D790)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact (Notched, 23°C): 640 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Tensile Impact Strength (Type S): 378 kJ/m² (ASTM D1822)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Energy (@ Peak, 23°C): 54 J (ASTM D3763)
Thermal Properties
- HDT (1.82 MPa, 3.2 mm, Unannealed): 126°C (ASTM D648)
- Relative Temperature Index (Electrical): 130°C (UL 746B)
- Relative Temperature Index (Mechanical w/Impact): 130°C (UL 746B)
- Relative Temperature Index (Mechanical w/o Impact): 130°C (UL 746B)
Optical Properties
- Light Transmission (2.54 mm): 88% (ASTM D1003)
- Haze (2.54 mm): 1% (ASTM D1003)
Electrical Properties
- Hot Wire Ignition (PLC): 2 (UL 746A)
- High Voltage Arc Track Rate (PLC): 2 (UL 746A)
- High Ampere Arc Ignition (Surface, PLC): 1 (UL 746A)
- Comparative Tracking Index (PLC): 2 (UL 746A)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Recognized (94V-2 Flame Class Rating): 1.09 mm (UL 94)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 120°C
- Drying Time: 3 – 4 hours
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.02%
- Melt Temperature: 270 – 295°C
- Nozzle Temperature: 265 – 290°C
- Mold Temperature: 70 – 95°C
- Back Pressure: 0.3 – 0.7 MPa
- Screw Speed: 40 – 70 rpm
- Shot to Cylinder Size: 40 – 60%
- Vent Depth: 0.025 – 0.076 mm
Features & Benefits
High Flow for Complex Molds
The 25 MFR rating ensures excellent flow, enabling intricate part designs and thin-wall components with fewer defects.
Reliable Flame Resistance
With a UL94 V-2 rating, this resin meets safety standards for electrical and electronic housings, reducing compliance concerns.
Fast Cycle Times
Built-in mold release properties reduce sticking, which speeds up production and minimizes downtime in high-volume manufacturing.