Polymer Viscosity Modifier

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Applications

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Polyamides,

Polyamide 6 (PA 6),

Polyamide 66 (PA 66)

Applications & Uses

Applications

• Polymer Viscosity Modifier is a processing auxiliary for polyamides. In the polymer melt it serves as a very effective flow enhancer.
• For specific applications specially tailored BRUGGOLEN® - additives can be offered Engineering Polymers, as well as AP-NYLON® Caprolactam, the key component for Cast Polyamide 6.

Dosage

The level of addition of Polymer Viscosity Modifier is 0.5 - 3.0%, depending on the polymer and the desired properties of the finished parts.

End Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Automotive Electronics,

Automotive Under The Hood,

Connectors,

Electrical/Electronic Applications

Features

Materials Features

Ease of Handling,

Excellent Melt Flow,

Good Dispersibility,

Good Mechanical Properties,

Good Processability,

Low Energy Consumption,

Non Blooming,

Shorter Cycle Time

Features & Benefits

Features and Benefits

The following advantages in injection molding as and in compounding are achieved:

• Superior melt flow; significantly longer spiral flow length
• Shorter cycle times
• No blooming
• Improved processing of glass fiber filled compounds
• Gentle processing and energy saving due to lower mass pressure, less current uptake or temperature reduction
• Easy handling
• Consistent mechanical properties

Functions

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Melt Flow Agent,

Viscosity Modifier

Function

Viscosity Modifier, Melt Flow Agent

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags

Packaging Information

20 kgs alu-lined PE-bags, 40 bags per CP7-pallet (net weight 800 kgs).

Processing Methods

Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Compounding,

Injection Molding

Properties

Color (Properties)

White

Physical Form

Granules,

Solid,

Masterbatch

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

ISO 14001,

ISO 50001,

ISO 9001,

ISO 45001

Integrated Management System

Polymer Viscosity Modifier, Germany, manufactures this product under the following certificates and assessments:

• DQS certified management system ISO 9001:2015 (Cert.-Reg.-No. 001499 QM15 UM15)
• DQS certified management system ISO 14001:2015 (Cert.-Reg.-No. 001499 QM15 UM15)
• DQS attested energy management system ISO 50001:2018 (Cert.-Reg.-No. 001499 EMSt18)
• BG-RCI certified implementation of OSHAS 18001:2007 and ILO-OSH 2001 (Cert.-Reg.-No. RCI 08-010-21-01)
• Sustainability principles annually confirmed by EcoVadis

Safety & Health

Product Safety

• Polymer Viscosity Modifier is not classified as hazardous according to the valid CLP-Regulation. However, this does not exclude that the product is hazardous in its application of a hazardous material within the meaning of the Ordinance on Hazardous Substances. Therefore, a risk assessment has to be carried out prior to commencing activities. In any case, the general rules for handling chemicals must be observed. Further information can be found in our material safety data sheet, which will be provided on request.
• The aforementioned remarks are deducted from the European legal system. Deviating or additional regulations in other legal systems must be observed accordingly when using the product.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

• If kept properly under standard conditions (closed, dry, 25°C) the shelf life of Polymer Viscosity Modifier is at least 12 months.
• Protect against direct exposure of heat and moisture.

Technical Details & Test Data

Processing

The addition to the polyamide melt is best done by compounding on twin screw extruders or via direct feeding into the processing machine.