Product Overview
Aegis® H135ZP is a high viscosity, nylon 6 extrusion grade homopolymer for cast or blown film applications. It conforms to FDA requirements of 21 CFR 177.1500 as well as EU Directive 2011/10/EC . It possesses the combination of strength, toughness and thermoforming properties associated with nylon 6 as well as excellent heat, chemical and abrasion resistance. Processing Methods: Extrusion, film extrusion, thermoforming, cast film extrusion, blown film extrusion, pipe, profile and tubing extrusion
Product Identity
| Chemical name | Nylon |
|---|---|
| Chemical composition | Polyamide 6 (PA 6) |
Processing & Availability
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- Material Handling
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- Aegis® H135ZP homopolymer is supplied in sealed containers and drying prior to processing is not required. However, high moisture is the primary cause of processing problems. If drying becomes necessary, a dehumidifying or desiccant dryer operating at 80°C (176°F) is recommended. Drying time is dependent on moisture level.
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- Extrusion Guidelines
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- Melt Viscosity vs. Temperature
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- Melt Temperature: 220°C (428°F)
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- Melt Temperature Range: 232°C (450°F) to 271°C (520°F).
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- Two key factors affect the melt viscosity (stiffness or fluidity of the melt):
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- 1. The molecular weight (Mw) of the resin: Higher Mw resins will have a higher melt viscosity than lower Mw resins.
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- 2. Temperature of the melt for any given Mw resin: Higher process temperatures will provide a more fluid melt viscosity
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- than lower process temperatures.
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- Typical Barrel Profile for Cast Films
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- Barrel: 230-260°C (446-500°F)
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- Adapter: 260-266°C (500-510°F)
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- Die: 260°C (500°F)
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- Process Melt Temperature: 260-270°C (500-518°F)
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- Typical Barrel Profile for Tubular (Blown) Films
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- Barrel: 246-254°C (474-490°F)
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- Adapter: 260°C (500°F)
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- Die: 254°C (490°F)
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- Process Melt Temperature: 254-260°C (490-500°F)
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- Screw Parameters
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- Metering Section: 40%
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- Transition Section: 3 to 4 flights
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- Feed Section: Balance of screw length
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- Compression Ratio: 3.5:1 to 4.0:1
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- L/D Ratio: 24:1
Technical Documents & Source References
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