SABIC® PC Resin PC1000R
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Sabic PC1000R Injection Molding Grade Heat-stabilized
Sabic PC1000R is a versatile, heat-stabilized polycarbonate with mold release. This medium-low flow grade is engineered for reliability and efficiency in general-purpose injection molding applications.
Typical property data
Physical Properties (Rheological)
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ASTM D792; ISO 1183)
- Melt Flow Rate (MFR) at 300°C/1.2 kg: 10 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
- Melt Volume Rate (MVR) at 300°C/1.2 kg: 9 cm³/10 min (ISO 1133)
- Water Absorption (23°C, Saturated): 0.35% (ASTM D570; ISO 62-1)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress, Yield: 63 MPa (ASTM D638; ISO 527)
- Tensile Strain, Yield: 6% (ASTM D638; ISO 527)
- Tensile Strain, Break: >70% (ASTM D638; ISO 527)
- Tensile Modulus: 2350 MPa (ASTM D638; ISO 527)
- Flexural Stress, Yield: 90 MPa (ASTM D790; ISO 178)
- Flexural Modulus: 2300 MPa (ASTM D790; ISO 178)
- Hardness (Rockwell, R-Scale): 120 (ASTM D785; ISO 2039-2)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact, Notched (23°C): 800 J/m (ASTM D256)
- Izod Impact, Notched (80×10×3 mm, +23°C): 70 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Izod Impact, Notched (80×10×3 mm, -30°C): 12 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Energy (23°C): 65 J (ASTM D3763)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50): 143°C (ASTM D1525; ISO 306)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), 0.45 MPa: 138°C (ASTM D648; ISO 75/Bf)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT), 1.82 MPa: 127°C (ASTM D648; ISO 75/Af)
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE, -40°C to 95°C, flow): 7 × 10⁻⁵ 1/°C (ASTM E831; ISO 11359-2)
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.2 W/m-°C (ASTM C177; ISO 8302)
Optical Properties
- Light Transmission (2.54 mm): 88–90% (ASTM D1003)
- Haze (2.54 mm): <0.8% (ASTM D1003)
- Refractive Index: 1.586 (ASTM D542; ISO 489)
Electrical Properties
- Volume Resistivity: >1 × 10¹⁵ Ω·cm (ASTM D257; IEC 60093)
- Dielectric Strength (1.6 mm): 27 kV/mm (ASTM D149; IEC 60243-1)
- Relative Permittivity (60 Hz, 1 MHz): 3 (ASTM D150; IEC 60250)
- Dissipation Factor (60 Hz): 0.001 (ASTM D150; IEC 60250)
- Dissipation Factor (1 MHz): 0.01 (ASTM D150; IEC 60250)
Flame Characteristics
- UL 94 Flame Class Rating: 94V-2 (1.6 mm) (UL 94)
Features & Benefits
Superior Impact Resistance & Toughness
With its high notched Izod impact strength, this Sabic PC1000R resin prevents cracking and failure in demanding use, ensuring product durability and longevity for your end-users.
Excellent Thermal Stability & Heat Resistance
Its high Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) allows parts to maintain structural integrity under elevated temperatures, perfect for applications exposed to heat or requiring sterilization.
Built-in Mold Release for Efficiency
The incorporated mold release agent in SABIC PC Resin PC1000R facilitates easier part ejection, speeding up cycle times and boosting your molding productivity and output.
Use & Applications
- Consumer Electronics Housings
- Automotive Interior Parts
- Electrical Connectors and Enclosures
- Appliance Components
- Various Durable Consumer and Industrial Goods