IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 FCM

IROGRAN® A 85 P 4394 FCM is a food contact approved polyether-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for extrusion and injection molding applications. It offers excellent hydrolysis and microbial resistance, excellent wear performance, robust processing, and a glossy surface.

 

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Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyether based)

Processing & Application Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

Product End Uses: Cable Jacketing, Films, Hoses, Sheets, Spiral Tubes, Thick-Walled Extrusion Profile, Thin-Walled Parts

Density: 1120.0 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Polyurethanes (PU),
Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU)
Polymer Name
Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyether based)
Single Ingredient
Yes
Technologies
Elastomers
Product Families
Elastomers — Thermoplastic Elastomers
Thermoplastic Urethanes (TPU)

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Food Contact Acceptable
Product Features
Food Contact Acceptable,
Good Surface Gloss,
Good Wear Properties,
High Hydrolysis Resistance,
Microbe Resistant,
Robust

Applications & Uses

Product End Uses
Cable Jacketing,
Films,
Hoses,
Sheets,
Spiral Tubes,
Thick-Walled Extrusion Profile,
Thin-Walled Parts
Markets
Electrical & Electronics
Applications
Electrical & Electronics — Wire & Cable
Jacketing & Insulation
Material Preparation

Irogran® A 85 P 4394 FCM is supplied pre-dried, however to ensure trouble-free processing it is preferable to dry before use. The recommended drying conditions are:

  • 3 hours at 80-90°C in circulating air
  • 3 hours at 70-80°C in dehumidified air
  • Dew point: -30°C
Application Information
Thin wall technical parts, thick wall extrusion profiles, spiral hoses, cable jacketing and film and sheet.

Properties

Physical Form
Pellets

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
AIIC (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Safety & Health

Health & Safety Advice
Before undertaking any trials with this product it is essential that all personnel are aware of the necessary precautions that must be taken.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bags,
Drums,
Octabin
Regional Availability
  • Global

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Irogran® A 85 P 4394 FCM has a minimum expected shelf life of 12 months after shipment date. The product should be stored in a dry and cool place in the manufacturers original packaging.

Other

Appearance (SDS)
Pellets
Processing & Application Methods
Extrusion,
Injection Molding
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Compression Set80.0%ASTM D395 at 70°C, 22 hours
Compression Set28.0%ASTM D395 at 23°C, 22 hrs
Hardness85.0Shore AASTM D2240 after 3 seconds
Hardness36.0Shore DISO 7619 after 3s.
Hardness85.0Shore AISO 7619 after 3 seconds
Tear Strength470.0PLIASTM D624
Tensile Strength6850.0psiASTM D624
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.12g/cm³ASTM D792
Melting Point157.0-170.0°C