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ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Resin VisualFx with added UV Stabilizer
Unique Metallic Color Finish for Paint Free Exterior. Excellent Flow
Why Paint a Part when the material itself can provide a Premium Metallic Appearance? ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin Was developed as Part of SABIC's Visualfx™ Portfolio, offering a combination of Special Metallic Aesthetics, excellent Processability, and UV Durability for applications where Visual Appeal is just as important as Performance.
The Most Distinctive Feature of ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin is its unique Metallic Color Effect. Unlike Conventional Resins that require Secondary Painting Operations, ELCRES™ FXM1838 Resin is designed to achieve an attractive Metallic Finish directly from the Molding Process. This can help reduce Manufacturing Complexity while delivering a Premium appearance for Exterior and Visible Components.
Processing Efficiency is Another Advantage of ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin. The material offers excellent Flow Characteristics, allowing manufacturers to Mold Detailed Geometries and Larger components with consistent Surface Quality. This makes ELCRES™ FXM1838 Resin suitable for applications where appearance and Production Efficiency must be achieved together.
To support Long-Term appearance Retention, ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin incorporates an added UV Stabilizer. This helps protect the material against Color Shift and degradation caused by Prolonged Sunlight Exposure, allowing the Metallic Finish to maintain its Visual Appeal during Service.
Available in Opaque Metallic Colors, ELCRES™ FXM1838 Resin is particularly attractive for Paint-Free Exterior applications, helping manufacturers achieve a Premium Look without additional Coating Processes. The material is commonly considered for Consumer Products, Automotive Trim, Appliance Components, and Exterior Housings where Aesthetics are a Key Design Requirement.
As Part of the Visualfx™ Series, ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin combines Styling flexibility with the Inherent Durability of Polycarbonate Technology, creating Opportunities for Innovative Product Designs with Distinctive Finishes.
ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin is supplied as a Non-UL94 Listed Grade, with its Primary Focus on Appearance, Weatherability, and Processing Performance.
ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin is also RoHS Compliant, supporting alignment with Global Environmental and Regulatory Requirements.
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ELCRES™ FXM1838 Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin
Opaque Metallic Color
VisualFX™ Series
Excellent Flow Properties
Unique Metallic Surface Finish
Paint-Free Exterior Solution
Added UV Stabilizer
Premium Aesthetic Appearance
Non-UL94 Listed Grade
RoHS Compliant
ELCRES™ FXM1838 is a Opaque Color RoHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin
Vicat Softening Temperature Rate
Vicat Softening Temperature rate , B50 = N/A
Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate
Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 39
Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR
Melt Volume Rate, 300°C/1.2 kg = 40
Material Flexural Modulus
Flexural Modulus, ISO 178, 2 mm/min, MPa = 2228
ELCRES™ FXM1838 Resin are Non UL94 Listed
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