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DESCRIPTION
EVA copolymer ALCUDIA® PA-538 is suitable for extrusion and injection moulding applications. This material offers
flexibility and toughness. It contains antioxidant additives.
EVA ALCUDIA® PA-538 fulfils the food contact regulations in most countries. For further information or certificates,
contact our Customer Service Offices.
APPLICATIONS
- Extrusion
- Blow moulding
- Injection moulding
- Microcellular foams
Recommended melt temperature below 200ºC to avoid the decomposition of the polymer.
Release agents such containing silicone must be avoided.
General
Melt Flow Rate (190ºC, 2.16kg) ISO 1133 g/10 min 2
Vinyl Acetate content Internal % 18
Density at 23°C ISO 1183 kg/m 3 937
Vicat softening temperature (load 10 N) ISO 306 ºC 64
Melting temperature Internal ºC 87
ESCR ASTM D-1693 h(F50) >300
Mechanical
Tensile strength at break ISO 527-2 MPa 17
Elongation at break ISO 527-2 % 750
Shore A Hardness ISO 868 -- 90
Shore D Hardness ISO 868 -- 38
STORAGE
EVA ALCUDIA® PA-538 should be stored in a dry atmosphere paved, drained and not flooded area at temperatures
under 50ºC and protected from UV radiation. Storage under improper conditions could trigger off degradation
processes, negatively influencing processability and the properties of the transformed product.
February 2003
This information is offered in good faith and meant only as a guide. The transformer or user will be, i n each case, responsible for the processing conditions and the final use of the product.
Freedom under patents, copyright and registered designs cannot be assumed.