LG Chem ABS XR404T
LG ABS XR404T Heat Resistant Grade
LG ABS XR404T is a high-performance ABS resin engineered specifically for rear combination lamp housings. It delivers exceptional welding strength with PMMA lenses, superior surface quality, and high heat resistance for demanding automotive applications.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.05 (ISO 1183)
- Mold Shrinkage: 0.4 – 0.7% (ISO 294-4)
- Melt Flow Rate (220°C, 10kg): 6.5 g/10min (ISO 1133)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Strength at Yield: 51 MPa (ISO 527)
- Tensile Elongation at Break (Min): 15% (ISO 527)
- Flexural Strength: 88 MPa (ISO 178)
- Flexural Modulus: 2700 MPa (ISO 178)
- Rockwell Hardness (R-Scale): 114 (ISO 2039)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength, Notched (23°C, 4mm): 15 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Izod Impact Strength, Notched (-30°C, 4mm): 7 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Charpy Impact Strength, Notched (23°C, 4mm): 13 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
- Charpy Impact Strength, Notched (-30°C, 4mm): 7 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), Unannealed (Flatwise, 1.8 MPa, 4mm): 93°C (ISO 75)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), Unannealed (Flatwise, 0.45 MPa, 4mm): 101°C (ISO 75)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), Annealed (Flatwise, 1.8 MPa, 4mm): 101°C (ISO 75)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), Annealed (Flatwise, 0.45 MPa, 4mm): 106°C (ISO 75)
- Vicat Softening Temperature (50N, 50°C/h): 111°C (ISO 306)
Flame Characteristics
- Flammability (1.5mm): HB (UL 94)
- Flammability (3.0mm): HB (UL 94)
Processing Data
- Drying Temperature: 80 – 90°C
- Drying Time: 3 – 4 hrs
- Injection Temperature: 230 – 270°C
- Mold Temperature: 40 – 80°C
- Screw Speed: 30 – 60 rpm
Features & Benefits
Superior Heat Resistance
With a Heat Deflection Temperature of 102°C, this ABS XR404T LG Chem material withstands the high temperatures near car engines and lights, preventing deformation and ensuring long-term reliability.
Excellent Impact Strength
It offers high Izod impact strength (180 J/m), making components durable and resistant to cracking during assembly, handling, or from road debris, which reduces breakage and warranty claims.
High Welding Strength with PMMA
Specifically formulated for strong welding bonds with PMMA lenses, this LG ABS XR404T ensures leak-proof and secure lamp assemblies, streamlining your production process with reliable results.
Use & Applications
- Rear Combination Lamp Housings