Product Overview
Eastman Cellulose Acetate (CA-394-60LF) is a very high-melting, low odor cellulose ester having limited solubility and compatibility. This multipurpose rheology enhancer, offers high strength and good resistance to ultraviolet light, heat, oils, and greases. It is useful in lacquers for glass, plastic, wire and release coatings. When CA-394-60LF is dissolved in appropriate solvents a clear, colorless solution is produced. Eastman CA-394-60LF is based on cellulose, one of the most abundant natural renewable resources. The calculated approximate bio-content value of 55% for Eastman CA-394-60LF was determined by using six bio-based carbon atoms per anhyroglucose unit divided by the total number of carbons per anhyroglucose unit. Although the value reported is not specifically measured for bio-carbon, it can be estimated based on typical partition data. Cellulose ester ApplicationsArchitectural coatingsAuto plasticsAuto refinishCompoundersConsumer electronicsConsumer housewares-nfcDecorative laminates-woodElectronic chemicalsGeneral industrial coatingsGraphic artsIndustrial maintenanceInkjet printing inksLubricantsMetal furnitureMulti-layer film non food contactOther-lcd displaysPack & carton coatingsPaints & coatingsPhotographic imaging filmProcess additivesProtective coatingsTac filmTape non food contactWater treatment industrialWood coatingsTypical PropertiesPropertyTypical Value, UnitsGeneralViscositya s34 Poise228Acetyl Content40 wt %Hydroxyl Content4.0 wt %Moisture Content5.0 max %Tgb180 °CMelting range240-260 °CBulk Density Poured320 kg/m3 (20 lb/ft3) Tapped400 kg/m3 (25 lb/ft3)Specific Gravity1.32Acidity as Acetic Acid0.1 wt % max.Ash Content<0.05 %Refractive Index1.475Dielectric Strength669 kv/cm (1.7 kv/mil)Tukon Hardness27 KnoopsWt/Vol1.32 kg/L (11.1 lb/gal)Combined Acetic Acid Content55 % Eastman Chemical Eastman Chemical Solvents,Acetate esters Paints coatings and inks,Consumer goods,Electrical and Electronics,Petrochemicals and Energy,Process additives
Typical Technical Properties
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| Property | Typical value | Condition | Test method / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property | Typical Value, Units | — | |
| s | 34 | — | |
| Poise | 228 | — | |
| Acetyl Content | 40 wt % | — | |
| Hydroxyl Content | 4.0 wt % | — | |
| Moisture Content | 5.0 max % | — | |
| Tgb | 180 °C | — | |
| Melting range | 240-260 °C | — | |
| Poured | 320 kg/m3 (20 lb/ft3) | — | |
| Tapped | 400 kg/m3 (25 lb/ft3) | — | |
| Specific Gravity | 1.32 | — | |
| as Acetic Acid | 0.1 wt % max. | — | |
| Ash Content | <0.05 % | — | |
| Refractive Index | 1.475 | — | |
| Dielectric Strength | 669 kv/cm (1.7 kv/mil) | — | |
| Tukon Hardness | 27 Knoops | — | |
| Wt/Vol | 1.32 kg/L (11.1 lb/gal) | — | |
| Combined Acetic Acid Content | 55 % | — |
Product Identity
| Chemical name | Cellulose ester |
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