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EPOLENE® C-13 Polymer
EPOLENE® C-13 is a highly branched polyethylene wax used as a base polymer in coatings, an additive in inks, and a modifier in paraffin waxes.
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- Manufacturer: Westlake
- Product Line: EPOLENE® Polymers
- Product: EPOLENE® Coating Polymers
- Industries: Adhesives | Agriculture | Coatings | Elastomers | Plastics | Silicones
- Authorized Countries: Canada | United States
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EPOLENE® C-13 is a branched, low-density polyethylene wax developed to blend with other low molecular weight waxes to increase the viscosity and control the penetration of the wax blend onto paper surfaces. Wax blends containing EPOLENE® C-13 also offer higher gloss and improved grease resistance, blocking resistance, and abrasion resistance.
EPOLENE® C-13 is also commonly used as a base resin in hot-melt adhesive and coating formulations for packaging, providing excellent adhesion to paper and other common packaging films. Coatings made with EPOLENE® C-13 have strong moisture barrier properties. When used as an additive in solvent-based or water-based ink applications, EPOLENE® C-13 increases rub resistance, creates higher slip on the printed surface, and reduces offset. In color concentrate and masterbatch applications, EPOLENE® C-13 is used as a base polymer that allows for easier processing and excellent pigment dispersion.
Specifications
Polymer type: LDPE
Molecular weight: 76,000
Ring and Ball softening point (ASTM E28): 110°C
Penetration hardness (ASTM D5): 3 dmm
Viscosity (at 190°C): 63,000 cP
Melt index (190°C/2.16 kg): 190
Primary Chemistry: Polyethylene polymer
Features & Benefits
Low moisture vapor transmission
Low color
Grease resistance
High gloss
Good heat stability
Improves masterbatch pigment dispersion
Prevents filler aggregation
Problems Solved
Poor adhesion of hot-melt adhesives to paper and packaging films
High moisture transmission rate through coatings used in packaging
Blocking in coatings
Damage to paper caused by grease
Applications
Automotive carpet backings
Wax modification
Plastics
Color concentrates and masterbatches
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