PVC, Flexible
PVC, Flexible Characteristics & Uses
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Flexible PVC Material Data Sheet
| Material | PVC, Flexible |
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| Chemical Name | Polyvinyl Chloride, Flexible |
| Structure | Amorphous |
| Opacity | Clear to Opaque |
| Strength | Flexible and Tough |
| Specific Gravity | 1.3 |
| Shrinkage | 0.4% to 1.0% |
| Melting Point | 185°F |
| Service Temperature | 140° F |
| Applications | Flexible PVC is a soft, flexible material that ranges in appearance from transparent to opaque. PVC is manufactured with plasticizers, which confer rubbery properties on the end product. By adjusting the type and amount of plasticizers, plastic molders can achieve a large range of flexible compositions. Common applications in which Flexible PVC is used include:
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| Advantages | Flexible PVC offers a number of advantages, such as:
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