LEXAN™ SLX2571T Transparent Polycarbonate Resin. Outdoor Performance

High Viscosity, Enhanced UV Stabilization and added Easy Release

LEXAN™ SLX2571T Polycarbonate Resin is a Transparent Copolymer specifically engineered for Blow Molding applications where High Melt Strength, UV Durability, and Process Stability must be tightly Controlled. The material is optimized for Manufacturing Large or Hollow Components, where maintaining Shape Integrity during Forming is Critical.

Blow Molding Places unique demands on material Behavior. LEXAN™ SLX2571T Polycarbonate Resin features an Extremely High Viscosity Profile, delivering Outstanding Melt Strength during Parison Formation. This allows Better Control during Expansion, helping maintain uniform Wall Thickness and reducing deformation in Large or Complex Geometries. as a Result, the material supports consistent Production of Hollow Structures with stable Dimensions.

Outdoor performance is Another Key Focus. The Resin Incorporates enhanced UV Stabilization, which helps Minimize Yellowing, Surface Degradation, and Loss of Mechanical properties over time. This ensures that Parts retain both Transparency and Structural Integrity, even after Prolonged exposure to Sunlight and Weathering Conditions.

Processing Efficiency is further supported by Easy Release Functionality. This Characteristic enables Smoother Demolding, reduces Interaction with Tooling Surfaces, and contributes to more stable Operation in Continuous or High-Output Blow Molding Environments. The Result is improved Productivity and reduced Processing Variability.

Chemical Resistance enhances Long-Term Durability. LEXAN™ SLX2571T Polycarbonate Resin Performs reliably when exposed to Environmental Contaminants, Cleaning Agents, and Outdoor Conditions. This Adds Another Layer of performance for applications combining Mechanical Stress and Environmental Exposure.

From a Fire performance Standpoint, the material Achieves UL94 V-2 Classification from 1.50 mm to 3.00 mm Thickness. This provides a practical Level of Flame performance for applications requiring Outdoor Durability alongside Basic Fire Safety Compliance.

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

Typical applications include Blow Molded Containers, Outdoor Housings, Lighting Covers, Automotive Exterior Components, and Large Transparent Structures where UV Stability, Process Control, and Structural Strength must be Delivered together.

LEXAN™ SLX2571T Polycarbonate Resin delivers a specialized combination of High Melt Strength, Outdoor Durability, and Processing Efficiency, making it a Dependable Solution for Blow Molding applications requiring both performance and Design Flexibility.

Notes :

LEXAN™ SLX2571T Polycarbonate Resin
Transparent Copolymer PC (Blow Molding Grade)
High Viscosity (Very High Melt Strength)
UV Stabilized (Outdoor Durable)
Good Chemical Resistance
Easy Release Processing
High Optical Clarity
UL94 V‑2 Rated (1.5–3.0 mm)
ROHS Compliant

LEXAN™ SLX2571T is a Transparent Clear ROHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin

LEXAN™ SLX2571T Resin HDT, 1.82 MPa, ASTM A648, 3.2 mm, unannealed is at 126°C

Vicat Softening Temperature of LEXAN™ Polycarbonate SLX2571T Resin

Vicat Softening Temperature Rate, B50 = 143

Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate

Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 3

Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR

Melt Volume Rate, 300°C/1.2 kg = 2

Material Flexural Modulus

Flexural Modulus, ISO 178, 2.0 mm/min, MPa = 2240

LEXAN™ SLX2571T Copolymer Resin has 0.60 ~ 0.80 Shrinkage, Flow, 3.2 mm. %

LEXAN™ SLX2571T Polycarbonate Resin are UL94 - V2@ 1.50 mm ~ 3.00 mm

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