Sabic LEXAN™ PC Resin LUX2619
SABIC Lexan LUX2619 Extrusion Grade
LEXAN™ Resin LUX2619 is an extrusion-grade polycarbonate engineered to deliver exceptional light reflectance alongside robust mechanical performance. Designed for durability, it offers a UL94 V-2 flame rating, making it a reliable and efficient choice for high-performance lighting components and reflective applications.
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Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.34 (ASTM D792)
- Melt Flow Rate: 7.5 g/10 min (300°C/1.2 kg, ASTM D1238)
- Density: 1.34 g/cm³ (ISO 1183)
- Water Absorption (23°C, saturated): 0.35% (ISO 62-1)
- Moisture Absorption (23°C/50% RH): 0.15% (ISO 62)
- Mold Shrinkage (3.2 mm, flow): 0.8 – 1% (SABIC Method)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (Yield): 60 MPa (ISO 527) / 57 MPa (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Stress (Break): 50 MPa (ISO 527, ASTM D638)
- Tensile Strain (Yield): 6% (ISO 527, ASTM D638)
- Tensile Strain (Break): 75% (ISO 527) / 74% (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Modulus: 2500 MPa (ISO 527)
- Flexural Stress (Yield): 90 MPa (ISO 178) / 97 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus: 2500 MPa (ISO 178) / 2730 MPa (ASTM D790)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact (Notched, 23°C): 64 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A) / 640 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Izod Impact (Notched, -30°C): 42 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A) / 135 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Izod Impact (Unnotched, 23°C): 180 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1U) / 2130 J/m (ASTM D4812)
- Izod Impact (Unnotched, -30°C): 175 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1U)
- Charpy Impact (V-Notch, 23°C): 60 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
- Charpy Impact (V-Notch, -30°C): 10 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50): 147°C (ASTM D1525, ISO 306)
- Heat Deflection Temperature:
- 0.45 MPa, 3.2 mm: 141°C (ASTM D648)
- 1.8 MPa, 3.2 mm: 129°C (ASTM D648)
- 1.8 MPa, Annealed: 141°C (ISO 75/Ae)
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE):
- Flow (-40°C to 40°C): 6.1E-05, 1/°C (ASTM E831)
- Cross-Flow (-40°C to 40°C): 6.4E-05, 1/°C (ASTM E831)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Flammability Rating (1.5 mm): UL94 V-2
- Glow Wire Flammability Index: Pass at 960°C (1–3 mm, IEC 60695-2-12)
- Glow Wire Ignitability Temperature:
- 1.0 mm: 875°C (IEC 60695-2-13)
- 3.0 mm: 850°C (IEC 60695-2-13)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 120°C
- Drying Time: 3–4 hours
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.02%
- Melt Temperature: 310–330°C
- Nozzle Temperature: 305–325°C
- Mold Temperature: 80–115°C
- Screw Speed: 40–70 rpm
- Back Pressure: 0.3–0.7 MPa
Features & Benefits
Superior Optical Reflectivity
This LEXAN LUX2619 resin maximizes light output and uniformity, enhancing energy efficiency and performance in lighting systems while eliminating secondary processing.
Robust and Flame-Retardant
Combining high impact strength with a UL94 V-2 rating ensures component durability and meets critical safety standards for reliable use in electrical and lighting housings.
Engineered for Extrusion Stability
With consistent flow and clear processing parameters, LEXAN Resin LUX2619 enables predictable, high-quality profile production, reducing waste and improving manufacturing yields.