LEXAN™ PC Resin VR1820

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SABIC Lexan VR1820 UV-stabilized

LEXAN™ Resin VR1820 is a high-flow, heat and UV-stabilized polycarbonate with built-in mold release. Engineered for efficiency, it delivers excellent impact strength, clarity, and thermal stability, making it a reliable and versatile choice for high-quality, general-purpose molded components across various industries.

  • Character: high flow (MFR = 22 at 300℃/1.2kg), heat and UV stabilized
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Typical property data

Mechanical Properties

  • Tensile Strength at Yield: 63 MPa
  • Flexural Strength at Yield: 90 MPa
  • Flexural Modulus: 2,300 MPa

Impact Properties

  • Notched Izod Impact (23°C): 640 J/m (ASTM) / 65 kJ/m² (ISO)
  • Unnotched Izod Impact: No Break (NB)
  • Instrumented Dart Impact Energy: 55 J

Thermal Properties

  • Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) @ 1.82 MPa: 122 °C
  • Vicat Softening Temperature: 140 °C
  • Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 7.0 x 10⁻⁵ /°C

Physical Properties

  • Melt Flow Rate (300°C/1.2kg): 22 g/10 min
  • Specific Gravity / Density: 1.2
  • Mold Shrinkage (Flow): 0.5 – 0.7 %
  • Light Transmission (2.54mm): 88 – 90%
  • Haze: <0.8%

Flame Performance

  • Ball Pressure Test (125°C): Passes (IEC 60695-10-2)

Processing Guidelines

  • Drying: 120°C for 2-4 hours
  • Melt Temperature: 280 – 300 °C
  • Mold Temperature: 80 – 100 °C

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Associated Documents

Regulatory Data SheetDownload
FMVSS302 General Statement SABIC PetchemDownload
Certified Renewable Polycarbonate BrochureDownload
Certified Renewable Polycarbonate LeafletDownload
LEXAN™ Resin EuropeDownload

Features & Benefits

Superior Flow for Complex Molds

The high melt flow of VR1820 resin rate ensures easy filling of intricate mold geometries, reducing cycle times and improving production efficiency for detailed parts.

Outstanding Toughness and Clarity

This resin combines high impact resistance with excellent optical transparency, creating durable components that are both rugged and aesthetically clear, ideal for protective covers and lenses.

Built-in Stability for Demanding Environments

With inherent heat and UV stabilization, LEXAN VR1820 maintains its properties and appearance under thermal stress and outdoor exposure, ensuring long-term reliability.

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Automatic bagging machine
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