Sabic LEXAN™ PC Resin VR2220
Plastic Granules
SABIC Lexan VR2220 UV-stabilized
LEXAN™ VR2220 resin is a 12 MFR polycarbonate, MVR of 11. UV stabilized. Mold release. UL746C f1 rated. Available in transparent, limited package types, and must meet minimum order quantity requirements.
Associated Documents
TDS Americas
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ASTM D792)
- Density: 1.19 g/cm³ (ASTM D792), 1.2 g/cm³ (ISO 1183)
- Water Absorption (23°C/24hrs): 0.15% (ASTM D570)
- Water Absorption (23°C/Saturated): 0.35% (ASTM D570, ISO 62-1)
- Water Absorption (Equilibrium, 100°C): 0.58% (ASTM D570)
- Mold Shrinkage (Flow): 0.5–0.7% (SABIC Method)
- Melt Flow Rate (300°C/1.2 kgf): 12 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
- Melt Volume Rate (300°C/1.2 kg): 11 cm³/10 min (ISO 1133)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact (Unnotched, 23°C): 3204 J/m (ASTM D4812)
- Izod Impact (Notched, 23°C): 800 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Izod Impact (Notched, -30°C): N/A (ASTM D256)
- Tensile Impact Strength (Type S): 546 kJ/m² (ASTM D1822)
- Falling Dart Impact (23°C): 169 J (ASTM D3029)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Total Energy (23°C): 64 J (ASTM D3763)
- Izod Impact (Notched, +23°C): 12 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Izod Impact (Notched, -30°C): 10 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Charpy Impact (23°C, V-notch): 35 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50): 154°C (ASTM D1525), 142°C (ISO 306)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT @ 1.82 MPa): 127°C (ASTM D648), 132°C (ASTM D648), 125°C (ISO 75/Ae)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT @ 0.45 MPa): 138°C (ASTM D648), 136°C (ISO 75/Be)
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE, Flow): 6.84E-05 1/°C (-40°C to 95°C, ASTM E831), 7.E-05 1/°C (23°C to 80°C, ISO 11359-2)
- Specific Heat: 1.26 J/g-°C (ASTM C351)
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.19 W/m-°C (ASTM C177)
- Relative Temperature Index (Electrical, Mechanical): 130°C (UL 746B)
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)
- Relative Permittivity (1 MHz): 2.96 (ASTM D150)
- Dissipation Factor (50/60 Hz): 0.0009 (ASTM D150)
- Dissipation Factor (1 MHz): 0.01 (ASTM D150)
- Comparative Tracking Index (UL): 2 PLC Code (UL 746A)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Recognized Flame Class Rating: 94HB @ 0.76 mm (UL 94)
- Oxygen Index (LOI): 25% (ASTM D2863)
- UV-Light, Water Exposure/Immersion: F1 Rated (UL 746C)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 120°C
- Drying Time: 3–4 Hrs (Cumulative: 48 Hrs)
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.02%
- Melt Temperature: 295–315°C
- Nozzle Temperature: 290–310°C
- Mold Temperature: 70–95°C
- Back Pressure: 0.3–0.7 MPa
- Screw Speed: 40–70 rpm
- Vent Depth: 0.025–0.076 mm
Features & Benefits
Superior Durability & Impact Resistance
The exceptional strength of LEXAN VR2220 protects components from cracking and failure under stress, reducing warranty claims and ensuring product longevity in demanding uses like automotive interiors and protective housings.
Built-In UV & Flame Protection
This resin is inherently UV-stabilized and carries a UL 94 HB flame rating, saving you the cost and complexity of adding additives. It’s perfect for outdoor applications and parts requiring recognized safety standards.
Excellent Clarity with Easy Processing
LEXAN VR2220 offers high light transmission and low haze for clear parts, while its mold release agent and consistent flow facilitate faster cycle times and easier demolding, boosting your manufacturing efficiency.
