Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Film Physical Properties
Physical Properties of BFI 345
BFI 345 is homopolymer
film with premium clarity. Film is processed on blown film equipment
and can be extruded in 0.003” to 0.030”
thickness.
Properties |
ASTM Method |
Units |
Typical Value |
Resin Properties |
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| Melt Index | D 1238 | g/10 min | 1.8 |
| Density | D 1505 | g/cc | 0.921 |
| Vicant Softening Point | D 1525 | oC | 100 |
Film Properties 1 |
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| Haze | D 1003 | % | 5.0 |
| Gloss (45o) 2 | D 2457 | % | 70 |
| Tensile Strength @ Break | |||
| MD | D 882 | psi | 400 |
| TD | D 882 | psi | 3400 |
| Elongation @ Break | |||
| MD | D 882 | % | 300 |
| TD | D 882 | % | 500 |
| 1% Secant Modulus | |||
| MD | D 882 | % | 26,000 |
| TD | D 882 | % | 30,000 |
| Dart Drop Impact Strength | D 1709 | g | 90 |
| Elmendorf Tear Strength | |||
| MD | D1922 | g | 360 |
| TD | D1922 | g | 200 |
1 Data obtained from film produced in a 3-1/2" Blown Film Line, 8" die with .025" die gap at 130 lbs/hr., 375 degrees F melt temperature, 2:1 BUR, 1.25 mil thickness.
2 Optical properties given for resin with medium slip and anti-block.
FDA Status: This material complies with FDA regulations in CFR, Section 177.1520, paragraph C, Section 2.1, for use in articles that contact food within limitations which are part of the statue or regulations.
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