NYLENE NX4555
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

 
General Description    

  • Nucleated extrusion grade suitable for cast and blown film
  • Excellent melt stability and good melt strength, plus faster set-up for increased line speeds
  • Superior grease resistance, toughness, resistance to abrasion, and does not absorb food odors
 

Properties   

Physical Properties
Test Method
Units
Dry as Molded
 
Mechanical Properties
Test Method
Units
Dry as Molded
Elmendorf Tear
D1922
gm / mil
56
Yield Tensile Strength
D882
psi MPa
5500 (38)
Ultimate Tensile Strength
D882
psi MPa
8700 (60)
Elongation
D882
%
290
Secant Modulus
D882
psi MPa
94,600 (652)
 
Thermal Properties Test Method Units
Dry as Molded
Melt Point
D3418
°F °C
420 (215)
 
Approvals and Classifications Approval Rating
FDA/NSF Approved Yes
 
Notes
All values are for dry as molded specimens. The data set forth herein has been carefully compiled by Polymeric Resources Corporation. Values shown are typical properties and are not for specification. Since processing variables will affect properties, the reproducibility of our data in a customer's facility is not guaranteed. There is no warranty of any kind either expressed or implied, applicable to the use of this information, and the user assumes all risk and liability in connection therewith.



Issued: 2009/09/23