Altuglas International of Arkema Inc. - Polymethyl Methacrylate Acrylic
General Information Product Description Plexiglas® V825 is a thermoplastic acrylic resin formulated for injection molding and extrusion applications. It is characterized by its high heat resistance and high melt flow. Plexiglas® V825 has excellent weatherability and optical properties allowing it to excel in applications requiring outdoor stability, high quality surface appearance and/or precision optics. Plexiglas® V825 is easy to process due to its exceptional thermal stability, extrusion melt strength, and excellent tool surface reproduction and release properties. Moldflow simulation data is available. It has excellent resistance to many chemicals including solutions of inorganic acids, alkalis and aliphatic hydrocarbons such as VM&P naphtha and heptane. Additionally, it is virtually unaffected by a wide range of commercial products including many beverages, foodstuffs, detergent solutions and cleaners. General Material Status • Commercial: Active Regional Availability • North America • Good Color Stability • Good UV Resistance • High Heat Resistance Features • Good Dimensional Stability • Good Weather Resistance • High Scratch Resistance • Good Thermal Stability • High Clarity • Low Shrinkage Uses • Automotive Applications • Consumer Applications • Optical Applications Agency Ratings • FDA 21 CFR 177.1010 • CHRYSLER MS-DB14 • CHRYSLER MS-DB14 • FORD ESF-M4D9-A • GM GMP.PMMA.007 CPN2969 • FORD WSK-M4D776-A1 • GM GMP.PMMA.012 Automotive Specifications • CHRYSLER MS-DB75 • FORD WSS-M4D776-B1 • GM GMW16335P-PMMA-T2 CPN4231 • CHRYSLER MS-DB75 • FORD WSS-M4D776-B2 • SAE J576 Color: Various Colors CPN4232 • Clear/Transparent • Opaque Appearance • Colors Available • Translucent Forms • Pellets Processing Method • Extrusion • Injection Molding
ASTM & ISO Properties 1
Physical Typical Value (English) Typical Value (SI) Test Method Specific Gravity 1.19 1.19 g/cm³ ASTM D792 Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (230°C/3.8 kg) 3.7 g/10 min 3.7 g/10 min ASTM D1238 Molding Shrinkage - Flow 2.0E-3 to 6.0E-3 in/in 0.20 to 0.60 % ASTM D955 Water Absorption (24 hr) 0.30 % 0.30 % ASTM D570 Mechanical Typical Value (English) Typical Value (SI) Test Method Tensile Modulus 450000 psi 3100 MPa ASTM D638 Tensile Strength (Yield) 10200 psi 70.3 MPa ASTM D638 Tensile Elongation (Break) 6.0 % 6.0 % ASTM D638 Flexural Modulus 450000 psi 3100 MPa ASTM D790 Flexural Strength (Yield) 15000 psi 103 MPa ASTM D790 Impact Typical Value (English) Typical Value (SI) Test Method Notched Izod Impact (73°F (23°C)) 0.30 ft·lb/in 16 J/m ASTM D256 Hardness Typical Value (English) Typical Value (SI) Test Method Rockwell Hardness (M-Scale) 93 93 ASTM D785
Processing Information Injection Typical Value (English) Typical Value (SI) Drying Temperature 190 to 200 °F 87.8 to 93.3 °C Drying Time 4.0 hr 4.0 hr Suggested Max Moisture 0.10 % 0.10 % Suggested Shot Size 50 % 50 % Suggested Max Regrind 20 % 20 % Rear Temperature 420 °F 216 °C Middle Temperature 430 °F 221 °C Front Temperature 440 °F 227 °C Nozzle Temperature 430 °F 221 °C Processing (Melt) Temp < 520 °F < 271 °C Mold Temperature 150 to 200 °F 65.6 to 93.3 °C Injection Rate Fast Fast Back Pressure 100 psi 0.689 MPa Screw Speed 50 to 100 rpm 50 to 100 rpm 15.0:1.0 to 15.0:1.0 to Screw L/D Ratio 20.0:1.0 20.0:1.0 Screw Compression Ratio 2.0:1.0 to 2.5:1.0 2.0:1.0 to 2.5:1.0 Vent Depth 2.0E-3 in 0.051 mm
Notes 1 Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications. 2 Annealed 4 hrs at 95°C 3 Rate A (50°C/h), Loading 1 (10 N) 4 Rate A (50°C/h), Loading 2 (50 N)
