LEXAN™ MPX2 Opaque Copolymer Polycarbonate Resin. Improved High Flow

General Purpose with Easy Release, Low Temperature -30° C Ductility

LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin is an Opaque Copolymer Polycarbonate developed to Improve Processing Efficiency while maintaining reliable Mechanical performance in General-Purpose applications. Positioned within the MPX Series, LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin focuses on delivering enhanced Flow behavior together with balanced Toughness and Dimensional Stability.

A Key benefit of LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin is its High Flow Capability. During Processing, the material Fills Complex Geometries and Thin-Wall Sections more efficiently, allowing Faster Cycle Times and improved Productivity. This makes the Resin particularly suitable for High-Volume Manufacturing where consistent Part Formation and Repeatability are Critical. The Inclusion of Easy Release characteristics further supports Smoother Demolding, reducing Tool Interaction and Improving Surface Quality.

In addition to Processing Advantages, LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin maintains Strong performance at Low Temperatures. The material retains Ductility Down to -30°C, allowing components to remain Flexible and Resist Cracking in Environments with Temperature Variation. This ensures reliable Operation in both Indoor and Outdoor Conditions where Cold Impact Resistance is required.

The Copolymer Structure provides a balanced Mechanical Profile, delivering good Impact Strength while maintaining Dimensional Stability. Components Molded from LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin retain their Shape and Fit during use, supporting consistent Assembly performance across a Wide range of applications.

Unlike Flame-Retardant Grades, LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin is not UL94 Rated, as its formulation Prioritizes Processing Efficiency, Flow Optimization, and General Durability rather than Fire Performance. This Positions the material as a practical Solution for Everyday Engineering applications.

Processing remains Stable and Predictable, allowing manufacturers to achieve consistent Quality across Production Runs. The improved Flow behavior helps reduce Defects such as Incomplete Filling while supporting efficient Throughput in demanding Manufacturing Environments.

The material is also RoHS Compliant, supporting Environmentally Responsible material selection and alignment with Global Regulatory Standards.

Typical applications for LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin include Consumer Products, Industrial Components, Housings, and General-Purpose Molded Parts where High Flow Processability, Low Temperature Toughness, and consistent Mechanical performance are required.

Overall, LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin provides a Well-Balanced Solution that combines Processing Efficiency, Mechanical Reliability, and Low Temperature Durability, making it a Dependable Choice for High-Volume and Performance-Focused applications.

Notes :

LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin
Opaque Copolymer PC
High Flow Grade
Low Temperature Impact Strength (to ‑30°C)
Easy Release Processing
Good Impact Strength & Toughness
Good Dimensional Stability
Non‑UL Rated
ROHS Compliant

LEXAN™ MPX3 is a Opaque Color ROHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin

LEXAN™ MPX3 Resin HDT, 1.82 MPa, ASTM A648, 3.2 mm, unannealed is at 128°C

Vicat Softening Temperature of LEXAN™ Polycarbonate MPX3 Resin

Vicat Softening Temperature Rate, B50 = 141

Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate

Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 19.5

Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR

Melt Volume Rate, 220°C/5.0 kg = 18

Material Flexural Modulus

Flexural Modulus, ISO 178, 2.0 mm/min, MPa = 2310

LEXAN™ MPX3 Copolymer Resin has 0.40 ~ 0.80 Shrinkage, Flow, 3.2 mm. %

LEXAN™ MPX3 Polycarbonate Resin are Non UL94 Rated

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