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LEXAN™ HFD1830 Unique Transparent Clear Polycarbonate Copolymer Resin
Low Temperature 0 °C Ductility with Better High Flow. UV Stabilizer
LEXAN™ HFD1830 Polycarbonate Resin is a Transparent Polycarbonate Copolymer engineered to provide enhanced High Flow Processability, UV Resistance, and stable performance in standard Temperature Environments. This Non-Reinforced Grade is designed for applications where efficient Molding, Visual Clarity, and Resistance to Light exposure must be achieved together.
In Injection Molding Operations Involving Complex Geometries or Thin-Wall Features, this Grade delivers improved High-Flow Behavior, enabling Smoother Cavity Filling and Better Detail Replication. Such Flow performance helps reduce Processing Constraints, supporting Higher Productivity, stable Cycle Times, and consistent Part Quality across Manufacturing Runs.
For Service Conditions that may include Mild Temperature Variation, the Resin maintains Ductility Down to 0°C, allowing Parts to retain flexibility and Resist Cracking. This supports reliable Mechanical behavior in General-Purpose applications where Extreme Cold Resistance is not required.
The Incorporation of a UV Stabilizer enhances Durability under Prolonged Light Exposure, helping Minimize Discoloration and maintain material properties over time. as a Result, components can Sustain both Optical Clarity and Structural Integrity in applications exposed to Indoor Lighting or Indirect Outdoor Environments.
Transparency remains a Key Feature, offering Clear Visibility and uniform Surface Finish, which is important for Parts requiring both Function and Appearance. This allows manufacturers to achieve consistent Aesthetic Quality while maintaining Dependable Mechanical Performance.
From a Structural Perspective, the Copolymer Composition provides balanced Impact Resistance and Dimensional Stability, ensuring that Parts retain their Geometry during use and maintain reliable Assembly Fit. This contributes to consistent Functionality across a Wide range of applications.
In Terms of Flame Classification, LEXAN™ HFD1830 Polycarbonate Resin Achieves UL94 HB Rating from 0.50 mm to 3.00 mm Thickness, making it suitable for applications where Basic Flame performance is sufficient without the use of Flame-Retardant Additives.
The Resin is also RoHS Compliant, supporting alignment with Global Environmental and Regulatory Requirements.
This Grade is typically selected for Transparent Housings, Lighting Components, Protective Covers, and Consumer Products where a combination of High Flow Processing, UV Durability, and consistent performance is required.
Notes :
LEXAN™ HFD1830 Polycarbonate Resin
Transparent Copolymer PC
High Flow Grade
Low Temperature Impact Strength (to 0°C)
UV Stabilized
High Optical Clarity
Good Impact Strength & Dimensional Stability
UL94 HB Rated (0.5–3.0 mm)
ROHS Compliant
LEXAN™ HFD1830 is a Transparent Clear ROHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin
LEXAN™ HFD1830 Resin HDT, 1.82 MPa, ASTM A648, 3.2 mm, unannealed is at 110°C
Vicat Softening Temperature of LEXAN™ Polycarbonate HFD1830 Resin
Vicat Softening Temperature Rate, B50 = 135
Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate
Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 40
Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR
Melt Volume Rate, 300°C/1.2 kg = 38
Material Flexural Modulus
Flexural Modulus, ISO 178, 2.0 mm/min, MPa = 2180
LEXAN™ HFD1830 Copolymer Resin has 0.50 ~ 0.70 Shrinkage, Flow, 3.2 mm. %
LEXAN™ HFD1830 Polycarbonate Resin are UL94 - HB@ 0.50 mm ~ 3.00 mm
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