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Perstorp Compounds Akestra™ 90 Thermoplastic Copolyester
Categories: Polymer; Thermoplastic; Polyester, TP

Material Notes: Akestra™ is a thermoplastic with a sparkling glass-like appearance. It can be used as a polystyrene alternative for heat resistant thin wall containers, a polycarbonate alternative for durable “dishwasher proof” transparent products, and a glass alternative for hot-fill food containers. Akestra™ 90 is comparable to PETG in transparency, but with more than 10°C superior Tg and 20% higher flexural modulus and fully compatible with conventional PET.

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Physical PropertiesOriginal ValueComments
Specific Gravity 1.28 g/ccASTM D792
 
Mechanical PropertiesOriginal ValueComments
Tensile Strength 54.0 MPa
Elongation at Break 220 %ASTM D638
Flexural Yield Strength 89.0 MPaASTM D790
Flexural Modulus 2.50 GPaASTM D790
Izod Impact, Notched 25.0 J/mASTM D256
 
Thermal PropertiesOriginal ValueComments
Glass Transition Temp, Tg 95.0 °CASTM D7426
 
Optical PropertiesOriginal ValueComments
Haze 1.0 %ASTM D1003
Transmission, Visible 91 %ASTM D1003

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