Low Gloss

Low Gloss Thermoplastic Compositions Patent issued 2021

  • Patent issued un-contested
  • Low Gloss capability sub 5 achieved
  • Excellent Colorability
  • Construction Industry
  • Five colors developed for deck/fencing industry
  • 45% lighter than PVC, Higher Heat Deflection Temperature than PVC
  • Outstanding Weatherability:
    • Xenon Arc accelerated: DE=0.36 to 5,500 Kj
    • Free standing weathering Construction Wood Color: DE=0.61 to 8 years weathering
  • Excellent Scratch and Mar performance: passed Ford FLTM BO 162-1 with a rating of 1 to 7 N force, and a rating of 2 to 15N force
  • Passed car wash test GM 9600B
  • Passed Chemical resistance test GMW 144334 code B
  • Impact performance to below 0C ductility
automotive exterior trim example - gloss equals 5.65

Technical Data Sheet

Test Method Specification Results
Hardness, Durometer D
15 sec delay
ISO 1183 67.0
Melt flow: 230C, 2.16kg ISO 1133/ASTM D1238 1.99
Specific Gravity ISO/IEC 17025 0.99
Specular gloss: 60 degrees ASTM D523 5.65
5 Finger Scratch
Whitening
Marring
FLTM BO162-01
FLTM BO162-01
FLTM BO162-01
Rating 2 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 = 0.36