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Typical Properties of Polyethylene and
Polypropylene
Typical Properties of
Polyethylene |
Typical Properties of
Polypropylene |
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Light weight
Easy processing
Good chemical resistance
Good impact strength
Excellent electrical properties
Good barrier properties
Low water absorption
Toughness and flexibility even at extremely low temperature
Safe for food contact and non-toxic for skin contact
Do not require pre-drying
Recyclable |
Light weight
Ease of processing
Excellent chemical resistance
Good moisture barrier properties
Excellent dimensional stability
Good impact strength
Excellent stiffness
Excellent stress crack resistance
High heat resistance
Low odor & taste transfer
Do not require pre-drying
Recyclable |
| Design and appearance
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Manufacturing Flexibility |
Sensorial Benefits |
Performances |
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Design flexibility
Easy to color and decoration
In-mould decoration |
Reduce assembly
Reduce secondary operation
Highly complex parts
Opportunity for part consolidation |
Noise dampening
Surface aspect:
- warm to the touch |
Lighter than metal
Electricity non-conductive
Vibration dampening
Corrosion resistance |
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