High Gloss
High Gloss Thermoplastic Compositions Patent issued 2011
- Excellent colorability: ease of matches to monochromatic/metallic matches
- High Gloss capability 90% + Mirror like finish providing 100% DOI (distinction of image)
- Outstanding Weatherability:
- Xenon Arc accelerated weathering to 10,000 Kj, DE less than 1.0
- Free standing weathering Fla/Ar 2 years weathering
- Excellent Scratch and Mar performance: passed Ford FLTM BO 162-1 with a rating of 1 to 15 N force: No mark
- Passed car wash test GM 9600B Passed
- Passed Chemical resistance test GMW 144334 code B
- Impact performance to below 0C ductility
- Cost savings of 20-50% over a painted or film parts
Technical Data Sheet
| Test Method | Specification | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness, Durometer D 15 sec delay | ISO 1183 | 69.0 |
| Melt flow: 230C, 2.16kg | ISO 1133/ASTM D1238 | 2.99 |
| Specific Gravity | ISO/IEC 17025 | 0.91 |
| Specular gloss: 60 degrees | ASTM D523 | 87.56 + |
| 5 Finger Scratch Whitening Marring |
FLTM BO162-01 FLTM BO162-01 FLTM BO162-01 |
Rating 1 to 15N Rating 2 at 15N Rating 1 to 15N |
| Chemical resistance | GMW 14334 code B | PASS |
| Car Wash | GM 9600P | PASS |
| Weathering Xenon Arc | SAE J2527: 5500Kj exposure | DE = 0.18 |