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Apec® 1803

Technical Datasheet | Supplied by Covestro

Apec® 1803 by Covestro is a UV stabilized, high viscosity polycarbonate (PC) grade. It offers heat resistance. It is suitable for processing by injection molding. It is used in covers for brake, indicator, ships' lights and domestic lamps. Apec® 1803 is also recommended for car interior light covers, headlamp lenses and connector pieces for halogen systems.

Apec® 1803 Properties

Physical Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Melt Volume Flow Rate (MVR)

10 cm³/10 min

(At 330°C, 2.16 kg)

ISO 1133

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

10 g/10 min

(At 330°C, 2.16 kg)

ISO 1133

Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow

0.85 %

(At 60x60x2 mm³)

ISO 294-4

Injection Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Melt Temperature

330 - 340 °C

Mold Temperature

120 - 140 °C

Injection Velocity

200 mm/s

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