Physical Property data sheet MAGNETHANE™
MAGNETHANE™ is part of a new series of film grade polyester-based thermoplastic
polyurethanes (TPU), specifically targeted for extruded profiles, film and sheet applications, molded parts,
and other high end extrusion applications. MAGNETHANE™ exhibits excellent abrasion resistance and toughness,
and conforms to FDA food contact directives and has been approved for use by the USDA. (Equipment Acceptance Certificate)
| Physical properties | Test
Unit | ASTM
Test | Typical
Value |
|---|
| Specific Gravity | gr./cm3 | D-792 | 1.21 |
| Melting Point | ºF | D-2117 | 350 - 385 °F |
| Hardness | Shore A | D-2240 | 85±3 A |
| Taber Abrasion Resistance / mg loss | 1000 gr./H-18 | D-1044 | 25 cycles |
| Mechanical properties | | | |
|---|
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | psi / MPa | D-412 | 4535 psi |
| Tensile Stress @ 100% elongation | psi | D-412 | 920 psi |
| Elongation at Break | % | D-412 | 600% |
| Compression Set, % | 22 hrs @ 70ºF | D-395 (B) | 45% |
| E-Modulus | psi / MPa | D-412 | 2300 psi |
| Tear Strength. Die C | lb/in2 | D-624 | 535 lb./in. |
| Thermal properties | | | |
|---|
| Vicat Softening Point | ºF | D-1525 | 167 °F |
| Regulatory Acceptability | | | |
|---|
| Conforms to FDA food contact as described in book 21, section 177.2600 and
177.1680, for both wet and dry food contact applications respectively |
USDA Equipment Acceptance Certificate - Date of Issuance: January 7,2010
All mechanical tests conducted at 73º F unless otherwise noted. V 2.2010
All information supplied is supported by research and believed to be
reliable for use as a general guideline for material properties
only. The values displayed in this report are typical values and should not to be used for
recommendation, selection, or suitability for any use for this
product. MAGNETHANE™ assumes no liability whatsoever in respect to
application, design or serviceability.