SABIC® PC Resin PC1804R
Plastic Granules
Sabic PC1804R Injection Molding Grade Medium-high flow Heat-stabilized
Sabic PC1804R is a medium-high flow, heat-stabilized polycarbonate with mold release. Ideal for general-purpose molding, it offers excellent processability and is food-contact compliant in most regions.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ASTM D792, ISO 1183)
- Melt Flow Rate (MFR): 18 g/10 min at 300°C/1.2 kg (ASTM D1238)
- Water Absorption (23°C, Saturated): 0.35% (ASTM D570, ISO 62-1)
- Mold Shrinkage (Flow): 0.5–0.7% (SABIC Method)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (Yield): 63 MPa (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)
- Rockwell Hardness (R-scale): 120 (ASTM D785, ISO 2039-2)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength (Unnotched, 23°C): NB (No Break) (ASTM D4812, ISO 180/1U)
- Izod Impact Strength (Notched, 23°C): 700 J/m (ASTM D256); 70 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Izod Impact Strength (Notched, -30°C): 12 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Instrumented Dart Impact Energy (Peak, 23°C): 65 J (ASTM D3763)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (B/50): 141°C (ASTM D1525, ISO 306)
- HDT (0.45 MPa, 3.2 mm): 135°C (ASTM D648, ISO 75/Bf)
- HDT (1.82 MPa, 3.2 mm): 124°C (ASTM D648, ISO 75/Af)
- Thermal Conductivity: 0.2 W/m·°C (ASTM C177, ISO 8302)
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Flow): 7.E-05 1/°C (ASTM E831, ISO 11359-2)
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.E+15 Ω·cm (ASTM D257, IEC 60093)
- Dielectric Strength (1.6 mm): 27 kV/mm (ASTM D149, IEC 60243-1)
- Relative Permittivity: 3 (60 Hz, 1 MHz) (ASTM D150, IEC 60250)
- Dissipation Factor: 0.001 (60 Hz), 0.01 (1 MHz) (ASTM D150, IEC 60250)
Flame Characteristics
- UL Flame Rating: 94V-2 (1.5 mm) (UL 94)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 120°C
- Drying Time: 2–4 hours
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.02%
- Melt Temperature: 280–300°C
- Mold Temperature: 80–100°C
- Nozzle Temperature: 270–290°C
Features & Benefits
Excellent Flow for Complex Molds
Its medium-high flow rate ensures easy filling of intricate molds, reducing cycle times and short shots for higher productivity and lower reject rates.
Superior Impact Strength & Durability
This resin offers outstanding toughness, resisting cracks and breaks from drops or impacts, which is crucial for creating durable and long-lasting consumer and industrial components.
Good Heat Resistance & Stability
With a heat deflection temperature of 124°C at 1.82 MPa, it maintains structural integrity in high-temperature environments, ensuring part reliability during use and assembly.
Use & Applications
- Consumer Electronics Housings
- Automotive Interior Components
- Household Appliances Parts
- Food Contact Containers and Lids
- Various Industrial and Consumer Goods