LDPE Resin
LDPE Resin Characteristics & Uses
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LDPE Resin Material Data Sheet
| Material | LDPE |
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| Chemical Name | LDPE; Low Density Polyethylene |
| Structure | Low Crystalline |
| Opacity | Transparent |
| Strength | Flexible |
| Specific Gravity | 0.92 |
| Shrinkage | 2.0%-3.0% |
| Melting Point | 213°-243°F |
| Deflection Temperature | 102°-203°F |
| Service Temperature | 114.8°F |
| Applications | LDPE resin is commonly used when plastic injection molding laboratory equipment, containers & bottles. It is also commonly used for molding liners for tanks and ponds. |
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