Abstract:
A fiber reinforced polypropylene composite door core module. The door core module includes a module plate molded from a composition comprising at least 30 wt % polypropylene based resin, from 10 to 60 wt % organic fiber, from 0 to 40 wt % inorganic filler, and optionally lubricant (typically present at from 0 to 0.1 wt %), based on the total weight of the composition, the module plate having at least a first side and a second side. A process for producing a door core module is also provided. The process includes the step of injection molding a composition to form the door core module, the door core module having a module plate having at least a first side and a second side, wherein the composition comprises at least 30 wt % polypropylene, from 10 to 60 wt % organic fiber, from 0 to 40 wt % inorganic filler, and from 0 to 0.1 wt % lubricant, based on the total weight of the composition.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed generally to cloth-like fiber reinforced polypropylene compositions, and the beneficial mechanical and aesthetic properties imparted by such compositions. The cloth-like fiber reinforced polypropylene compositions include at least 25 wt % polypropylene based polymer, from 5 to 60 wt % organic reinforcing fiber, from 0 to 60 wt % inorganic filler, and from 0.1 to 2.5 wt % colorant fiber. A method of making fiber reinforced polypropylene compositions and molding articles there from is also disclosed and includes the steps of twin screw extrusion compounding the composition to form a resin and injection molding the resin to form a cloth-like article. Articles molded from these fiber reinforced polypropylene compositions have a flexural modulus of at least 300,000 psi, exhibit ductility during instrumented impact testing, and exhibit a cloth-like appearance. The cloth-like fiber reinforced polypropylene compositions of the present invention are particularly suitable for making molded articles including, but not limited to household appliances, automotive parts, and boat hulls.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed generally to processes for making fiber reinforced polypropylene resins including at least 25 wt % polypropylene based polymer, from 5 to 60 wt % organic fiber, and from 0 to 60 wt % inorganic filler. The process includes extrusion compounding the polypropylene based polymer, the organic fiber, and the inorganic filler to form a fiber reinforced polypropylene resin, which is subsequently molded to form an article with a flexural modulus of at least 300,000 psi, that exhibits ductility during instrumented impact testing (15 mph, −29° C., 25 lbs). Twin screw extruder compounding processes where the organic fiber is continuously fed to the extruder hopper by unwinding from one or more spools, and uniformly dispersed in the fiber reinforced polypropylene resin by twin screws having a combination of conveying and kneading elements are also disclosed.
Abstract:
Polyethylene blend compositions suitable for injection molding, injection molded articles, and processes for injection molding articles are provided. The polyethylene compositions include a first polyethylene having a melt index of 0.1 to 3.0 g/10 min and a density of from 0.905 to 0.938 g/cm3; and a second polyethylene having a melt index of 10 to 500 g/10 min and a density of 0.945 to 0.975 g/cm3. The composition has a density of from 0.920 to 0.973 g/cm3 and a melt index of 2 to 200 g/10 min, and the density of the second polyethylene is from 0.037 to 0.062 g/cm3 greater than the density of the first polyethylene. These compositions exhibit improved physical properties, such as Environmental Stress Crack Resistance, relative to conventional compositions of similar melt index and density.
Abstract translation:提供适用于注射成型的聚乙烯共混组合物,注模制品和注射成型制品的方法。 聚乙烯组合物包括熔体指数为0.1至3.0g / 10min,密度为0.905至0.938g / cm 3的第一聚乙烯; 和熔体指数为10〜500g / 10min,密度为0.945〜0.975g / cm 3的第二聚乙烯。 该组合物的密度为0.920至0.973g / cm 3,熔体指数为2至200g / 10min,第二聚乙烯的密度为0.037至0.062g / SUP> 3 SUP>大于第一聚乙烯的密度。 相对于具有类似熔体指数和密度的常规组合物,这些组合物表现出改善的物理性能,例如环境应力开裂性。
Abstract:
Polyethylene blend compositions suitable for injection molding, injection molded articles, and processes for injection molding articles are provided. The polyethylene compositions include a first polyethylene having a melt index of 0.1 to 3.0 g/10 min and a density of from 0.905 to 0.938 g/cm3; and a second polyethylene having a melt index of 10 to 500 g/10 min and a density of 0.945 to 0.975 g/cm3. The compositions have a density of from 0.920 to 0.973 g/cm3 and a melt index of 2 to 200 g/10 min, and the density of the second polyethylene is from 0.037 to 0.062 g/cm3 greater than the density of the first polyethylene. The compositions exhibit improved physical properties, such as Environmental Stress Crack Resistance, relative to conventional compositions of similar melt index and density. In certain embodiments, the compositions, and articles produced therefrom, also exhibit an improved balance of toughness properties and processability properties.
Abstract translation:提供适用于注射成型的聚乙烯共混组合物,注模制品和注射成型制品的方法。 聚乙烯组合物包括熔体指数为0.1至3.0g / 10min,密度为0.905至0.938g / cm 3的第一聚乙烯; 和熔体指数为10〜500g / 10min,密度为0.945〜0.975g / cm 3的第二聚乙烯。 组合物的密度为0.920至0.973g / cm 3,熔体指数为2至200g / 10min,第二聚乙烯的密度为0.037至0.062g / SUP> 3 SUP>大于第一聚乙烯的密度。 相对于具有类似熔体指数和密度的常规组合物,组合物表现出改善的物理性能,例如环境应力开裂性。 在某些实施方案中,组合物和由其制备的制品也显示出韧性和加工性能的改善的平衡。
Abstract:
A composite having fibers of relatively high elastic modulus embedded in a matrix of relatively low elastic modulus is provided with an interphase of elastic modulus less than the matrix modulus and cohesive energy higher than the matrix cohesive energy. The resulting composite has enhanced strength and toughness.