Aegis® PIR-H135ZP

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Aegis® PIR-H135ZP resin from AdvanSix contains 100% post-industrial recycled (PIR) raw materials while providing the same top performance and processability as Aegis® H135ZP, its standard, non-recycled counterpart.Aegis® PIR-H135ZP resin is a high-viscosity nylon 6 extrusion grade homopolymer for cast or blown film applications. It offers a combination of strength, toughness and thermoforming properties as well as excellent heat, chemical and abrasion resistance.

Polymer Name: Polyamide 6 (PA 6)

Labeling Claims: Contains PIR Resin, Food Contact Acceptable, Recycled, Sustainable

Processing Methods: Blow Molding, Blown Film Extrusion, Extrusion, Film Extrusion, Thermoforming

Density:: 1,130.0 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Polyamides
Polymer Name
Polyamide 6 (PA 6)
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Resin
Technologies
Plastics
Product Families
Plastics — Basic Thermoplastics
Recycled Polymers
Plastics — Engineering & Specialty Polymers
Polyamides

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Contains PIR Resin,
Food Contact Acceptable,
Recycled,
Sustainable
Materials Features
Abrasion Resistant,
Chemical Resistant,
Food Contact Acceptable,
Good Strength,
Heat Resistance,
High Viscosity,
Homopolymer,
Improved Toughness,
Neat Resin

Applications & Uses

Markets
Consumer Goods,
Food & Nutrition,
Healthcare & Pharma,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Consumer Goods — Other Consumer Goods Applications
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
Food & Beverage Packaging,
Industrial & Transport Packaging
Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Balloons,
Book Covers,
Cast Films,
Fans,
Film,
Flexible Packaging,
Form Fill Seal Packaging,
Front Spoiler,
Monofilaments,
Netting,
Pouches Flexible Packaging,
Profiles,
Retort Pouches,
Shrouds,
Side Spoiler,
Tubing
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Blow Molding,
Blown Film Extrusion,
Extrusion,
Film Extrusion,
Thermoforming
Application

Aegis® PIR-H135ZP is a high viscosity, nylon 6 extrusion grade homopolymer for cast and blown film applications.

Properties

Physical Form
Pellets,
Solid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.13g/cm³ASTM D-792
Extractable Contentmax. 0.8%SOP-702-307
Melt Flow Rate (at 235°C/1.0 kg or 455°F/1.0 kg)1.2g/10 minASTM D-1238
Melting Point220 (428)ºC (ºF)ASTM D-3418
Moisture (24 Hour)1.6%ASTM D-570
Moisture (50% RH)2.7%ASTM D-570
Moisture (Saturation)9.5%ASTM D-570
RV (at 96% Sulfuric Acid)3.75--
Viscosity (FAV)135-ASTM D-789
Molded Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flexural Modulus - MD* (at 73°F (22.7°C)2610MPaASTM D-790
Flexural Modulus - MD* (at 73°F (22.7°C)100MPaASTM D-790
Heat Deflection Temperature - MD* (at 73°F ( 23°C))55 (131)ºC (ºF)ASTM D-648
Notched Izod - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))60J/mASTM D-256
Tensile Modulus - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))2630MPaASTM D-882
Tensile Strength - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))80MPaASTM D-882
Yield Elongation - MD* (at 73°F (23°C), 0% RH)4.1%ASTM D-882
Mechanical Properties (Film)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Elmendorf Tear Strength - MD* (at 23°C (73°F))860NASTM D-1922
Elmendorf Tear Strength - TD* (at 23°C (73°F))990NASTM D-1004
Elongation - MD* (at 23°C (73°F))330%ASTM D-882
Elongation - TD* (at 23°C (73°F))330%ASTM D-882
Graves Tear - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))2170NASTM D-1004
Graves Tear - TD* (at 73°F (23°C))2380NASTM D-882
Puncture Index - MD*(at 73°F (23°C))470gm/milASTM D-5478
Puncture Strength - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))1050gramsASTM D-5478
Tensile Modulus - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))660MPaASTM D-882
Tensile Modulus - TD* (at 73°F (23°C))640MPaASTM D-5478
Tensile Strength - MD* (at 73°F (23°C))90MPaASTM D-882
Tensile Strength - TD* (at 73°F (23°C))90MPaASTM D-882
Tensile Yield - MD* (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH)30MPaASTM D-882
Tensile Yield - TD* (at 73°F (22.7°C), 50% RH)30MPaASTM D-882
Gas Barrier Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Carbon Dioxide Permeability (at 23°C (73°F), 0% RH)72.8 (4.6)cc.25μm/m²/day (cc.mil/100 in²/day)-
Nitrogen Permeability14.0 (0.9)cc.25μm/m²/day (cc.mil/100 in²/day)-
Oxygen Permeability40.3 (2.6)cc.25μm/m²/day (cc.mil/100 in²/day)D-3958
Water Vapor Permeability (at 100°F (38°C), 100% RH )992 (64)gm.25μm/m²/day (gm.mil/100 in²/day)F-1249
Moisture Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 0.08%ASTM D-6869
Note

Aegis® PIR-H135ZP combines the strength, toughness and thermoforming of nylon 6 with excellent heat, chemical and abrasion resistance. It also meets the food contact materials requirements of US FDA regulation 21 CFR 177.1500 as well as EU Directive 2011/10/EC.

Note

*Note: MD = Machine Direction and TD = Traverse Direction. Test samples obtained from 2-mil thick unoriented cast film.

 

Note for Mechanical Properties

Processing conditions for test specimens: melt temperature = 240ºC (464ºF); mold temperature = 80ºC (176ºF).

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
EC Regulation 2011/10,
FDA 21 CFR 177.1500,
FDA 21 CFR Regulations,
FDA Compliant

Technical Details & Test Data

Extrusion Guidelines

Melt Viscosity vs. Temperature

Melt Temperature: 220°C (428°F)
Melt Temperature Range: 232°C (450°F) to 271°C (520°F).
Two key factors affect the melt viscosity (stiffness or fluidity of the melt) :
1. The molecular weight (Mw) of the resin: Higher Mw resins will have a higher melt viscosity than lower Mw resins.
2. Temperature of the melt for any given Mw resin: Higher process temperatures will provide a more fluid melt viscosity
than lower process temperatures.

 

Typical Barrel Profile for Cast Films

Barrel: 230-260°C (446-500°F)
Adapter: 260-266°C (500-510°F)
Die: 260°C (500°F)
Process Melt Temperature: 260-270°C (500-518°F)

 

Typical Barrel Profile for Tubular (Blown) Films

Barrel: 246-254°C (474-490°F)
Adapter: 260°C (500°F)
Die: 254°C (490°F)
Process Melt Temperature: 254-260°C (490-500°F)

 

Screw Parameters

Metering Section: 40%
Transition Section: 3 to 4 flights
Feed Section: Balance of screw length
Compression Ratio: 3.5:1 to 4.0:1
L/D Ratio: 24:1

 

Metering Section Flight Depth

Screw Diameter Recommended Depth
1" 0.055"
1.5" 0.060"
2" 0.070"
2.5" 0.080"
3.5" 0.100"
4.5" 0.115"
6" 0.135"

 

Storage & Handling

Processing Guidelines

Material Handling

Aegis® PIR-H135ZP is supplied in sealed containers and drying prior to processing is not required. However, higher moisture is the primary cause of processing issues. If drying becomes necessary, a dehumidifying or desiccant dryer operating at 80°C (176°F) is recommended. Drying time is dependent on moisture level. More information about safe handling procedures can be obtained by requesting the Safety Data Sheet.