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LEXAN™ HPX8REU Transparent Polycarbonate Resin. Autoclave EtO

Autoclave, Healthcare ISO 10993 or USP Class VI High Flow Easy Release

LEXAN™ HPX8REU Polycarbonate Resin is a Transparent Polycarbonate Copolymer engineered for Healthcare applications requiring High Flow Processing, Biocompatibility, and optimized Molding Efficiency through Easy Release Functionality. This Grade is designed to support Medical Device Production where Productivity, Precision, and Regulatory Compliance must be achieved together.

Healthcare components often Undergo repeated Sterilization Cycles, and this material is Compatible with both Autoclave and Ethylene Oxide (Eto) Methods, ensuring Parts retain Mechanical Performance, Clarity, and Dimensional Consistency over time. Compliance with ISO 10993 and USP Class VI Standards Confirms its suitability for applications Involving Patient Contact and Regulated Medical use.

Processing Advantages are a Key Strength of this Grade. Its High Flow characteristics enable efficient Filling of Thin-Wall and Complex Geometries, supporting reduced Cycle Times and improved Molding Consistency. At the same time, the Inclusion of Easy Release properties enhances Demolding Performance, reducing Part Adhesion to Tooling and helping maintain Stable, Repeatable Production—Particularly valuable in Multi-Cavity or Automated Manufacturing Environments.

The Transparent formulation provides excellent Optical Clarity, allowing use in applications where Visibility, Inspection, or Fluid Monitoring is required. This enables Designers to Incorporate Functional Transparency alongside Mechanical Reliability, supporting both performance and Usability.

From a Mechanical Standpoint, the Copolymer Structure offers balanced Impact Resistance and Low Temperature Ductility, ensuring Parts maintain Toughness throughout Handling, Storage, and use. This contributes to Dependable Long-Term performance in a Variety of Healthcare Settings.

In Terms of Flame Classification, LEXAN™ HPX8REU Polycarbonate Resin Achieves UL94 HB Rating from 1.50 mm to 3.00 mm Thickness, making it suitable for applications where Basic Flame performance is sufficient without the need for Flame-Retardant Additives.

The formulation is also RoHS Compliant, aligning with Global Environmental and Regulatory Standards.

This Grade is commonly Specified for Transparent Medical Housings, Diagnostic Devices, Fluid-Handling Components, and Reusable Healthcare Systems where Sterilization Capability, Processing Efficiency, and Optical Clarity must be Combined.

Notes :

LEXAN™ HPX8REU Polycarbonate Resin
Biocompatible (ISO 10993, USP Class VI)
Transparent Copolymer PC
High Flow Grade
Sterilization Resistant (Autoclave, EtO)
Easy Release Processing
High Optical Clarity
UL94 HB Rated (1.5–3.0 mm)
ROHS Compliant

LEXAN™ HPX8REU is a Transparent Clear ROHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin

LEXAN™ HPX8REU Resin HDT, 1.82 MPa, ASTM A648, 3.2 mm, unannealed is at 120°C

Vicat Softening Temperature of LEXAN™ Polycarbonate HPX8REU Resin

Vicat Softening Temperature Rate, B50 = 137

Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate

Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 35

Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR

Melt Volume Rate, 300°C/1.2 kg = 33

Material Flexural Modulus

Flexural Modulus, ISO 178, 2.0 mm/min, MPa = 2250

LEXAN™ HPX8REU Copolymer Resin has 0.40 ~ 0.80 Shrinkage, Flow, 3.2 mm. %

LEXAN™ HPX8REU Polycarbonate Resin are UL94 - HB@ 1.50 mm ~ 3.00 mm

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