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LEXAN™ LS1 Resin. Transparent High Impact for Automotive Lighting

AMECA Listed for Vehicle Headlamp Lighting Application. Low Viscosity

Developed specifically for Automotive Lighting Systems, LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin combines High Optical Clarity, excellent Impact Performance, and Long-Term Weathering Resistance in a Single material Platform. LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin is a Transparent Grade formulated to meet the demanding requirements of Vehicle Exterior Lighting applications where Appearance, Durability, and Regulatory Acceptance are Critical.

A Major Advantage of LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin is its Recognition as an AMECA-Listed material for Vehicle Headlamp Lighting applications. This makes LEXAN™ LS2 Resin a Trusted Choice for Automotive Lighting manufacturers seeking Materials suitable for Headlamp Assemblies, Lenses, and Related Lighting Components.

LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin Incorporates a UV Stabilization Package that helps protect Molded Parts against Sunlight exposure and Environmental Weathering. The added UV Protection Assists in maintaining Optical Performance, reducing Discoloration, and preserving Transparency throughout Extended Outdoor Service Conditions.

With an MFR of 11 and Medium Viscosity Profile, LEXAN™ LS2 Resin offers a balanced Processing Window. The material provides reliable Mold Filling while maintaining Dimensional Stability and excellent Surface Quality, making it suitable for Precision Automotive Lighting components where Visual Perfection is Essential.

Optical performance is One of the Defining Strengths of LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin. The Transparent formulation delivers excellent Light Transmission and High Impact Resistance, allowing Lighting Systems to Combine Durability with Effective Illumination Performance. Components Manufactured from LEXAN™ LS2 Resin can withstand demanding Automotive Conditions while maintaining their appearance and Functionality.

In addition to its Lighting Performance, LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin is Rated UL746C F1, Indicating suitability for Outdoor Exposure. This additional Certification Reinforces the Material's Position as an Automotive Exterior Grade designed for Long-Term Environmental Durability.

For Flame Performance, LEXAN™ LS2 Resin Achieves UL94 HB Classification from 0.75 mm to 3.00 mm Thickness.

LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin is also RoHS Compliant, supporting Global Environmental and Regulatory Requirements.

Typical applications for LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin include Vehicle Headlamp Lenses, Automotive Lighting Covers, Signal Lamp Components, Exterior Lighting Assemblies, and other Transparent Automotive Lighting Systems where Optical Quality, Weatherability, and Impact Resistance are required.

Notes:

LEXAN™ LS2 Polycarbonate Resin
Transparent Clear
Automotive Lighting Grade
AMECA Listed for Vehicle Headlamp Lighting
UV Stabilized
Medium Viscosity (MFR 11)
High Impact Resistance
UL746C F1 Rated
UL94 - HB @ 0.75 mm ~ 3.00 mm
RoHS Compliant

LEXAN™ LS1 is a Transparent Clear ROHS Compliance Polycarbonate Resin

Material HDT, 1.82 MPa, ASTM A648, °C

6.4 mm, unannealed 129

Vicat Softening Temperature Rate

N/A

Material MFI / Melt Flow Rate

Melt Flow Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 17.5

Material Melt Volume Rate, MVR

Melt Volume Rate, 300°C/1.2 kgf = 21

Material Flexural Modulus

Flexural Modulus, 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm Span = 2340

LEXAN™ LS1 Resin are HB@0.75 mm ~ 3.00 mm

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