LDPE
- Alternative Designations: Low Density Polyethylene
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Description:
Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) is a lightweight, flexible resin known for its excellent chemical resistance, good impact strength, and clarity. Ideal for injection molding, this material is widely used in the packaging industry for plastic bags and films, agriculture for greenhouse and mulch films, construction for moisture barriers and insulation, consumer goods like squeeze bottles and toys, and healthcare for disposable gloves and medical packaging.
Material Properties
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Special properties
- Chemical resistance
- Density < 1 g/cm³
- Flexibility
- Impact resistance
Property | Value, metric | Value, Imperial | Type |
---|---|---|---|
Density | 0.92 g/cm3 | 0.92 g/cm3 | - |
Elongation at Break | 100% | 100% | - |
Hardness | 55 | 55 | Shore D |
Ultimate Tensile Strength | 9.6 MPa | 1.4 ksi | - |