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LT079

LT079 by Sasol is a water insoluble, odorless low density polyethylene (LDPE) tubular resin. It contains antioxidant and medium antiblock. Exhibits good mechanical and optical properties. Is suitable for processing by film extrusion. Recommended for light duty shrink film (50-80µm) and lamination film.

LT079 Properties

Physical Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Nominal Density

0.922 g/cm³

(50 µm film on a 65mm Machhi extruder, 250mm die)

ASTM D1505

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

0.75 g/10 min

(190 °C, 2.16 kg)

ASTM D1238

Extrusion Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Frost Line Height (FLH)

610 mm

Die Gap

0.8 mm

Blow Ratio

2.5:1

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LT079

LT079 Properties

Physical Properties

LT079 Processing Guidelines

Extrusion Properties