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LEXAN™ 4704 Opaque Polycarbonate Resin. High Deflection Temperature

300F High Temperature Under Load @ 264 psi. Limited Color Available

LEXAN™ 4704 Polycarbonate Resin is a High Heat Copolymer Polycarbonate Grade developed for applications requiring Food Contact Compliance, Elevated Temperature Performance, and Dimensional Stability. This Opaque material is engineered to deliver reliable Mechanical behavior in Environments where sustained Heat exposure is a Key Design Factor.

When components must operate Close to Thermal Limits, maintaining Rigidity under Load becomes Essential. This Grade offers a Deflection Temperature under Load (DTUL) of approximately 300°F at 264 Psi, allowing Parts to Resist deformation and maintain Structural Integrity during Continuous use, supporting stable performance in High Temperature Conditions.

Compared to Earlier High Heat Polycarbonate Grades, LEXAN™ 4704 Polycarbonate Resin provides enhanced Thermal Capability, making it suitable for applications where increased Temperature Resistance and Mechanical Strength are required without Compromising Dimensional Control.

The material also delivers reliable Dimensional Stability, ensuring consistent Part Geometry during both Processing and Service. This helps maintain Precision in applications where Alignment, Fit, and Repeatability are critical for Functional Performance.

From a Manufacturing Perspective, the Resin supports stable Molding and Predictable Processing Behavior. This contributes to improved Manufacturing Consistency and Surface Quality, particularly in applications requiring controlled appearance and Tight Tolerances.

LEXAN™ 4704 Polycarbonate Resin Achieves UL94 V-2 Rating from 1.50 mm to 6.00 mm Thickness, providing Dependable Flame performance for a Wide range of Industrial and Consumer applications. It is available in Limited Color Options, supporting consistent Product Design. In addition, it is RoHS Compliant, aligning with Global Environmental Standards.

This Grade has Been Superseded by LEXAN™ HPH4704, which represents the Next Generation in this material Category. However, LEXAN™ 4704 remains a Benchmark Reference for applications requiring Similar Thermal and Regulatory Performance.

In practical use, this material is suitable for Food Contact Components, High Temperature Housings, Appliance Parts, and Industrial Equipment, where both Compliance and Heat Resistance are required. Its ability to maintain Structural performance under Elevated Conditions makes it a Dependable Choice for demanding Environments.

At its Core, LEXAN™ 4704 Polycarbonate Resin delivers a refined combination of High Heat Resistance, Mechanical Stability, and Food Contact Compliance. It provides a reliable Solution for applications requiring Thermal Performance, Dimensional Accuracy, and Transition Pathways to Advanced Materials.

Notes :

LEXAN™ 4704 Polycarbonate Resin
Food Contact Compliant
High Heat Resistance
High DTUL (~300°F @ 264 psi)
Good Dimensional Stability
Consistent Processing & Surface Quality
UL94 V‑2 Rated (1.5–6.0 mm)
ROHS Compliant

LEXAN™ 4704 is a Opaque Color ROHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin

LEXAN™ 4704 Resin HDT, 1.82 MPa, ASTM A648, 3.2 mm, unannealed is at 148°C

Vicat Softening Temperature of LEXAN™ Polycarbonate 4704 Resin

Vicat Softening Temperature Rate, B50 = 175

Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate

Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 2

Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR

Melt Volume Rate, 300°C/5.0 kg = 6

Material Flexural Modulus

Flexural Modulus, ISO 178, 2.0 mm/min, MPa = 2330

LEXAN™ 4704 Copolymer Resin has 0.8 ~ 1.0 Shrinkage, Flow, 3.2 mm. %

LEXAN™ 4704 Polycarbonate Resin are UL94 - V2@ 1.50 mm ~ 6.00 mm

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