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CABELEC® CA3842

CABELEC® CA3842 by Cabot is an electrically conductive polypropylene copolymer (PP, Copolymer) grade with carbon black. Possesses good mechanical properties. Designed for injection molding applications. Recommended for the manufacture of containers and specialised moldings. CABELEC® CA3842 is also used in ordnance & ammunition works, mines, petroleum plants and electronics packaging where freedom from the hazard of electrostatic discharge is an important consideration. Complies with UL 94 HB flame rating.

CABELEC® CA3842 Properties

Physical Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Specific Gravity

1090 kg/m³

(23°C)

CTM E023

Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR or MFI = Melt Flow Index or MI = Melt Index)

0.4 g/10 min

(at 230°C, 2.16 kg)

CTM E005 (ISO 1133)

Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR or MFI = Melt Flow Index or MI = Melt Index)

5 g/10 min

(at 230°C, 5.0 kg)

CTM E005 (ISO 1133)

Injection Molding Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Barrel Temperature

170 °C

Nozzle Temperature

200 °C

Mold Temperature

15 °C

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