IROGRAN® A 85 P 4441 FCM

IROGRAN® A 85 P 4441 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 matte surface.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyether based)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

End Uses: Cable Jacketing, Hoses, Spiral Tubes, Thick-Walled Extrusion Profile, Thick-Walled Parts

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Enhanced TDS

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
Materials Features
Excellent Hydrolysis Resistance,
Food Contact Acceptable,
Good Thermal Stability,
Good Wear Properties,
High Melt Stability,
Matte Finish,
Microbe Resistant,
Robust

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Cable Jacketing,
Hoses,
Spiral Tubes,
Thick-Walled Extrusion Profile,
Thick-Walled Parts
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Extrusion,
Injection Molding
Markets
Electrical & Electronics,
Industrial
Applications
Electrical & Electronics — Wire & Cable
Jacketing & Insulation
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Equipment & Parts
Material Preparation

Irogran® A 85 P 4441 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
Product Applications

Thick wall technical parts, thin wall extrusion profiles, thick wall extrusion profiles and spiral hoses.

Application Information
Thick wall technical parts, thin wall extrusion profiles, thick wall extrusion profiles and spiral hoses.

Properties

Physical Form
Pellets

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
AIIC (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Technical Details & Test Data

Material Preparation
  • IROGRAN® A 85 P 4441 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 100 - 110°C in circulating air
  • 3 hours at 80 - 90°C in dehumidified air
  • Dew point: -30°C

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
Packaging Information

IROGRAN® A 85 P 4441 FCM is supplied in bags, drums or octabins.

Storage & Handling

Storage Information
  • IROGRAN® A 85 P 4441 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 manufacturer ́s original packaging.

Other

Appearance (SDS)
Solid
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Compression Set27.0 %%ASTM D395 at 23°C, 70h
Compression Set82.0 %%ASTM D395 at 70°C, 24 hr
Hardness87.0 Shore AShore DASTM D2240 3 seconds
Tear Strength560.0 PLIPLIASTM D624
Tensile Strength4400.0 psipsiASTM D624
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.11 g/cm³g/cm³ASTM D792
Melting Point155.0-175.0 °C°C