Sabic LEXAN™ PC Resin PU2030R
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SABIC Lexan PU2030R UV-stabilized
LEXAN™ Resin PU2030R is a high-performance, UV-stabilized polycarbonate engineered for demanding Automotive trim applications. This 17 MFR resin combines excellent impact resistance and dimensional stability with low viscosity for easier processing, and is specifically formulated for superior adhesion to PUR coatings, ensuring durable and aesthetic trim components.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ASTM D792)
- Water Absorption (23°C/24hrs): 0.15% (ASTM D570)
- Mold Shrinkage (flow, 3.2 mm): 0.5 – 0.7% (SABIC method)
- Melt Flow Rate (300°C/1.2 kgf): 17 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (yield, Type I, 50 mm/min): 62 MPa (ASTM D638)
- Tensile Strain (break, Type I, 50 mm/min): 125% (ASTM D638)
- Flexural Stress (yield, 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span): 96 MPa (ASTM D790)
- Flexural Modulus (1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span): 2340 MPa (ASTM D790)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact (notched, 23°C): 694 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Tensile Impact Strength (Type S): 472 kJ/m² (ASTM D1822)
- Falling Dart Impact (23°C): 169 J (SABIC method)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Energy @ peak (23°C): 62 J (ASTM D3763)
Thermal Properties
- HDT (Heat Deflection Temperature, 1.82 MPa, 6.4 mm, unannealed): 129°C (ASTM D648)
Optical Properties
- Light Transmission (2.54 mm): 88% (ASTM D1003)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 120°C
- Drying Time: 3 – 4 hours
- Drying Time (Cumulative): 48 hours
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.02%
- Melt Temperature: 280 – 305°C
- Nozzle Temperature: 275 – 300°C
- Front – Zone 3 Temperature: 280 – 305°C
- Middle – Zone 2 Temperature: 270 – 295°C
- Rear – Zone 1 Temperature: 260 – 280°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
Superior Paint & Coating Adhesion
The formulation of LEXAN PU2030R ensures excellent adhesion to polyurethane (PUR) coatings, providing a flawless, long-lasting finish that resists peeling and delamination in automotive trim.
Enhanced Durability & Weatherability
UV-stabilized for long-term performance, this LEXAN Resin retains its impact strength and color, ensuring exterior trims withstand harsh environmental exposure without degrading.
Optimized for Efficient Molding
With its low viscosity and balanced flow, LEXAN PU2030R fills complex molds consistently, reducing cycle times and improving part quality for high-volume automotive manufacturing.
