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ELVAX™ 260A

ELVAX™ 260A by Dow is an ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymer grade, filled with 28%wt vinyl acetate comonomer content. Contains butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) antioxidant as a thermal stabilizer. Exhibits flex crack resistance, excellent clarity, cling, impact- and puncture resistance. Can be processed by injection molding, structural foam molding, blow molding and wire coating. ELVAX™ 260A is recommended for industrial applications. Can be used as strippable semi-conductor insulation shields. Suitable for extremely tough, heat resistant jackets for automotive ignition and low-smoke cables. Complies with Food and Drug Administration Regulation 21 CFR 177.1350(a)(1).

ELVAX™ 260A Properties

Physical Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

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

0.95 g/cm³

(At 190°C, 2.16kg)

ISO 1183

Density

0.95 g/cm³

ISO 1183

Injection Molding Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Cylinder temperature (Rear)

120 °C

Cylinder temperature (Center)

150 °C

Cylinder Temperature (Front)

175 °C

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ELVAX™ 260A Properties

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