Sabic XENOY™ resin 1103 PC PBT
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Xenoy PC PBT 1103 Unreinforced Impact Modified PBT+PC Alloy
XENOY™ Resin 1103 by SABIC is a high-performance, impact-modified PBT+PC alloy engineered for demanding automotive applications. It delivers exceptional toughness at low temperatures and strong chemical resistance, available in gray and black, making it ideal for durable exterior and under-the-hood components.
Typical property data
Physical Properties
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 (ASTM D792)
- Density: 1.19 g/cm³ (ISO 1183)
- Mold Shrinkage: 0.8–1% (SABIC Method)
- Melt Flow Rate (250°C/5.0 kgf): 13 g/10 min (ASTM D1238)
- Melt Volume Rate (250°C/5.0 kg): 12 cm³/10 min (ISO 1133)
- Water Absorption (23°C, saturated): 0.2% (ISO 62-1)
- Moisture Absorption (23°C/50% RH): 0.15% (ISO 62)
Mechanical Properties
- Tensile Stress (Yield, 50 mm/min): 49 MPa (ISO 527)
- Tensile Stress (Break, 50 mm/min): 44 MPa (ISO 527)
- Tensile Modulus (1 mm/min): 2120 MPa (ISO 527)
- Tensile Strain (Yield, 50 mm/min): 4% (ISO 527)
- Tensile Strain (Break, 50 mm/min): 133% (ISO 527)
- Flexural Stress (Yield, 2 mm/min): 75 MPa (ISO 178)
- Flexural Modulus (2 mm/min): 1900 MPa (ISO 178)
Impact Properties
- Izod Impact Strength (Notched, +23°C): 50 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Izod Impact Strength (Notched, -30°C): 42 kJ/m² (ISO 180/1A)
- Charpy Impact Strength (V-notch, Edgewise, +23°C): 57 kJ/m² (ISO 179/1eA)
Thermal Properties
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50): 122°C (ISO 306)
- Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/120): 124°C (ISO 306)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT, 0.45 MPa, unannealed): 104°C (ASTM D648)
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT, 1.82 MPa, unannealed): 87°C (ASTM D648)
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Flow, -40°C to 40°C): 1.71E-04 1/°C (ISO 11359-2)
- Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Cross-flow, -40°C to 40°C): 2.00E-04 1/°C (ISO 11359-2)
Injection Molding
- Drying Temperature: 110°C
- Drying Time: 4–6 hours (Cumulative: 8 hours)
- Maximum Moisture Content: 0.02%
- Melt Temperature: 255–275°C
- Nozzle Temperature: 250–265°C
- Mold Temperature: 40–90°C
- Back Pressure: 0.3–0.7 MPa
- Screw Speed: 40–80 rpm
- Shot to Cylinder Size: 50–80%
- Vent Depth: 0.013–0.02 mm
Features & Benefits
Superior Low-Temperature Toughness
XENOY 1103 maintains high impact strength down to -30°C, ensuring parts won’t brittle-crack in cold climates—critical for exterior trim and functional components.
Excellent Chemical & Environmental Resistance
It resists automotive fluids like oils and fuels, preventing degradation and preserving part integrity and appearance in under-hood and fuel system applications.
Predictable Processing & Molding
With clear drying and temperature guidelines, XENOY™ Resin 1103 ensures consistent flow, reduced waste, and high-quality surface finishes in complex molds.
