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- Manufacturer: Westlake
- Product Line: EPOLENE® Polymers
- Product: EPOLENE® Coating Polymers
- Industries: Adhesives | Coatings | Elastomers | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
EPOLENE® C-17P Polymer
EPOLENE® C-17P is a branched, low-density polyethylene wax supplied as a fine powder. It is frequently used as a base polymer for color masterbatches.
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Specifications
Polymer type: LDPE
Molecular weight: 100,000
Ring and Ball softening point (ASTM E28): 133°C
Penetration hardness (ASTM D5): 2 dmm
Viscosity (at 190°C, calculated): 940,000 cP
Melt index (190°C/2.16 kg): 19
Primary Chemistry:
Polyethylene polymer
- Manufacturer: Westlake
- Product Line: EPOLENE® Polymers
- Product: EPOLENE® Coating Polymers
- Industries: Adhesives | Coatings | Elastomers | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
EPOLENE® C-17P is a medium molecular weight, highly branched, low-density polyethylene wax. It is an excellent base polymer for color masterbatches and has even replaced linear low-density polyethylene in many color concentrates because it facilitates easier processing and higher output. EPOLENE® C-17P may also be used as a solvent-based or water-based ink additive to increase abrasion resistance and slip to printed surfaces.
EPOLENE® C-17P wax can also be blended with other polymers and waxes used in hot-melt coatings and adhesives to increase the viscosity of the wax blend, allowing for controlled penetration into paper substrates. Coatings that include EPOLENE® C-17P have higher blocking temperatures and improved gloss, scuff resistance, and grease resistance.
Specifications
Polymer type: LDPE
Molecular weight: 100,000
Ring and Ball softening point (ASTM E28): 133°C
Penetration hardness (ASTM D5): 2 dmm
Viscosity (at 190°C, calculated): 940,000 cP
Melt index (190°C/2.16 kg): 19
Primary Chemistry:
Polyethylene polymer
Features & Benefits
- High viscosity
- Low moisture vapor transmission
- Grease resistance
- High gloss
- Good heat seal ability
- Low color
- Excellent compatibility with tackifying resins
Problems Solved
Low viscosity of hot-melt coatings
Hot-melt adhesive does not penetrate well enough into paper substrates
Difficulty processing masterbatches
Damage to paper coatings caused by scuffing and abrasion
Working with polyethylene wax particles that are too large
Applications
Hot-melt adhesives
Hot-melt coatings
Automotive carpet backing adhesives
Masterbatches
Automotive coatings
Inks
Paraffin wax blends
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