Eastar™ 6763 copolyester

Thermoforming
Contents
Eastar™ 6763 copolyester—Thermoforming 3

Film extrusion processes 3

Film properties 3

Benefits 6

Film yield 7

Applications 7

Medical packaging 7

Sterilization 7

Thermoforming 8
Heating 8

Mold design for thermoforming 8

Forming 9

Sealing 9
Radio frequency sealing 9
Heated bar sealing 9
Impulse sealing 10

Cutting 10
Cutting with steel rule dies 10
Matched metal dies 11

Denesting thermoformed parts 11

Reclaiming scrap 12

Regulatory status 12

Quality manufacturing 12

Summary checklist 12
Eastar™ 6763 copolyester
Thermoforming

Eastar™ 6763 copolyester, a glycol-modified Film extrusion processes

polyethylene terephthalate (PET), is a clear
Film produced from Eastar™ 6763 copolyester has excellent
amorphous polymer. The modification is optical properties and can be thermoformed readily with
made by adding a second glycol, wide processing latitude. Most of the film manufactured
cyclohexanedimethanol (CHDM), during the commercially is produced on a three-roll stack that permits
nip-polishing. This improves the appearance of the film.
polymerization 1stages. The second glycol is
added in the proper proportion to produce In some cases, a two-roll “S” wrap (cast film) process is used.
Film produced by this technique can be formed successfully,
an amorphous polymer. Eastar 6763 will not
but it may sag more during thermoforming. Also, since only
crystallize and thus offers wider processing one side (the bottom) is polished, die lines may be more
latitude than conventional crystallizable apparent. Therefore, nip-polished film is normally preferred.
polyesters. Plasticizers or stabilizers are not
required in this polymer. Film properties
This material offers an excellent combination The physical properties of film made in Eastman’s laboratories
of clarity, toughness, and melt strength that from Eastar 6763 are given in Table 1.

makes it useful for a variety of processing

techniques and end-use applications.
Processing methods include extrusion blow
molding, injection molding, and extrusion of
shapes, tubing, film, and sheet.

This brochure deals primarily with film and

sheeting made of Eastar 6763 in thicknesses
ranging from 178 to 1,270 micron (7 to 50
mil). Other Eastman brochures that contain
information on additional applications for
6763 are available.

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 Table 1. Physical properties of film extruded in Eastman’s laboratories from Eastar™ 6763 copolyester

Test method
Property, units
a
Typical value ASTM ISO
Inherent viscosity 0.70 — b
—b

Thickness of film tested

Microns 250
D374 —
Mils 10

Density, g/cm3 1.27 D1505 1183, method D

Haze, % 0.8 D1003 —

Gloss @ 45° 108 D2457 —

Transparency, % 85 D1746 —

Transmittance, %

Regular (specular) 89
D1003
modified
—
Total 91

Water vapor transmission ratec

g/m2·24 h 6
F372 —
g/100 in. 2·24 h 0.4

Gas permeability—cm3·mm/m2·24 h·atm (cm3·mil/100 in.2·24 h·atm)

CO2 49 (125) D1434

—
O2 10 (25) D3985

Elmendorf tear strength, N (gf)

M.D. 13.7 (1,400)

D1922 6383/2
T.D. 16.7 (1,700)

PPT tear strength, N (lbf)

M.D. 93 (21)
D2582 —
T.D. 93 (21)

Tear propagation resistance, split-tear method @ 254 mm/min (10 in./min)

M.D., N (lbf) 9.1 (2.1)

N/mm (lbf/in.) 36 (205)

D1938 —
T.D., N (lbf) 9.1 (2.1)

N/mm (lbf/in.) 36 (205)

(continued on next page)

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Table 1 Physical properties of film extruded in Eastman’s laboratories from Eastar™ 6763 copolyester (continued)

Test method
Property, units
a
Typical value ASTM ISO
Tear resistance, trouser @ 200 mm/min speed, N/mm (lbf/in.)

M.D. 36 (205)
— 6383-1
T.D. 36 (205)

Tensile strength @ yield, MPa (psi)

M.D. 52 (7,500)
D882 527-3/2/50
T.D. 52 (7,500)

Tensile strength @ break, MPa (psi)

M.D. 59 (8.600)
D882 527-3/2/50
T.D. 59 (8.600)

Elongation @ yield, %

M.D. 4
D882 527-3/2/50
T.D. 4

Elongation @ break, %

M.D. 400
D882 527-3/2/50
T.D. 400

Tensile modulus of elasticity, MPa (105 psi)

M.D. 1,900 (2.8)

527-3/2/55,
D882
254-mm gauge length
T.D. 1,900 (2.8)

Dart impact, 12.7-mm (1/2-in.) dia. head, 127-mm (5-in.) dia. clamp,
660-mm (26-in.) drop, g

@ 23ºC (73ºF) 400 D1709A

7765/A
Method A
Method A modified
–18ºC (0ºF) 500 modified

a
Unless noted otherwise, all tests were run @ 23°C (73°F) and 50% relative humidity.
b
Inherent viscosity was determined using test method ECC-A-AC-G-V-1. Values determined from 100% virgin pellets with no regrind, edge trim, or recycled materials.
When sheet is extruded with regrind, edge trim, or recycled material, lower values should be expected.
c
Test conducted @ 38°C (100°F) and 100% relative humidity.

Some variation is inherent in all plastics testing, and Eastman makes no representation that the material
the foregoing data are considered to be representative in any particular shipment will conform exactly to the
of average properties for 250-micron (10-mil) film. values given.

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Benefits
Thermoforming sheet made of Eastar™ 6763 copolyester • A
 llows reduced energy consumption compared with PVC
offers many benefits. (low forming temperature and no need for refrigerated
• Is lawful for use in a variety of food contact and medical molds)
applications • D
 oes not stress-whiten
• Has sparkling clarity • A
 dapts to conventional forming and sealing equipment
• Is tough—even at temperatures as low as –29°C (–20°F) • H
 eat-seals to most standard multipurpose coated blister
• Has a yield 4% greater than PVC board that is used for PVC and cellulosic films

• Offers scrap reuse up to 30% or 40% • Is noncorrosive

• M
 ay be successfully sterilized with ethylene oxide, gamma
radiation, and electron beam In Table 2, the optical and impact properties of film made of
• O
 ffers fast forming cycles—can be formed at faster cycles Eastar 6763 are compared with those of films made of
than materials such as PVC when heater capacity is the polyvinyl chloride and acrylic multipolymer.
limiting factor

Table 2. Property comparison of unoriented films

Eastar™ Polyvinyl Acrylic

Property, units 6763 copolyester chloride multipolymer
Film thickness, microns (mils) 250 (10) 250 (10) 250 (10)

Density, g/cm3 1.27 1.32 1.12

Haze, % 0.8 1.5 12

Gloss @ 45° 108 91 52

Dart impact, 12.7-mm (1/2-in.) dia. head, 127-mm (5-in.) dia. clamp,
660-mm (26-in.) drop, g

@ 23°C (73°F) 400 415 <150

–29°C (220°F) 350 345 —

Blister distortion temperature,a °C (°F) 71 (160) 71 (160) —

Impact resistance (instrumented puncture)b—Energy to max. load, J

@ 23°C (73°F) 7.3 2.2 —

229°C (220°F) 7.9 2.2 —

a Blisters formed from 250-micron (10-mil) films were exposed for 30 minutes to various temperatures and compared to a control blister. After 30 minutes @ 71°C (160°F),
blisters of Eastar™ copolyester and PVC exhibited slight distortion.
b
Run by ASTM D3763.

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Table 3. Eastar™ 6763 copolyester vs. other polymers

Film yield, m2/kg (in. 2/lb)

Film thickness, Eastar™ 6763 copolyester Polyvinyl chloride Acrylic multipolymer
microns (mils) (density = 1.27 g/cm3) (density = 1.32 g/cm3) (density = 1.12 g/cm3)
127 (5.0) 6.20 (4,359) 5.97 (4,194) 7.03 (4,943)

190 (7.5) 4.13 (2,906) 3.98 (2,796) 4.69 (3,295)

250 (10) 3.10 (2,180) 2.98 (2,097) 3.52 (2,471)

381 (15) 2.07 (1,453) 1.99 (1,398) 2.34 (1,648)

508 (20) 1.55 (1,090) 1.49 (1,048) 1.76 (1,236)

Film yield Sterilization

Table 3 compares the yield for films of various materials and Eastar™ 6763 copolyester can be successfully sterilized using
thicknesses. Eastar 6763 yields 4% more film than PVC and ethylene oxide (EtO), gamma radiation, or electron beam
12% less film than acrylic multipolymer. methods.

The glass transition temperature or softening temperature

Applications of Eastar (80°C [176°F]) will vary depending on temperature
and humidity. Prolonged exposure at EtO sterilization
Typical thermoformed packaging applications for Eastar 6763 conditions increases the probability of stress relaxation;
film include the following: therefore, it is important that the following variables be
• Candy controlled:
• Cosmetics • C
 ycle time
• Hardware items • R
 elative humidity
• Toys • T
 emperature
• Medical devices and packaging • F ilm thickness
• Electronic parts Distortion can be minimized by reducing cycle time,
• Foods temperature, and humidity and/or increasing film thickness.
Temperature should not exceed 54°C (130°F), and relative
humidity should not exceed 50%. For EtO cycles requiring
Medical packaging
higher temperatures and/or higher relative humidities,
In thermoforms for packaging medical and pharmaceutical Eastman Tritan™ MP100 copolyester may prove more
items, Eastar™ 6763 copolyester: suitable.
• Is tough and durable, with high clarity and gloss Eastar 6763 can be sterilized by gamma radiation methods
• G
 enerates a minimal amount of particulate matter up to 5.0 megarads with no noticeable loss in properties.
when cut
• Does not stress-whiten when flexed
• C
 an be heat-sealed to coated DuPont Tyvek™ lid stock
(contact Eastman for a list of suppliers of coated Tyvek
lid stock)
• C
 an be successfully sterilized with ethylene oxide, gamma
radiation, and electron beam

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Thermoforming Mold design for thermoforming
Heating Aluminum, or aluminum oxide powder, is the material of
choice for the construction of molds, although other
A uniform temperature across the film must be materials such as wood and epoxy can also be used.
maintained in the forming operation; therefore, air currents Aluminum provides good heat transfer and is cost-effective
near the forming machine should be minimized. because of its good machinability and wear properties. For
Contact heating (direct conduction) is used in form, fill, and the production of quality parts at minimum cycles, molds
seal lines; however, Teflon™-coated aluminum or hard-coated should be cored for temperature control and, when
metal heating plates are required because Eastar 6763 tends appropriate, add cooling channels. Anodized hard coats can
to adhere to hot metal. Convection heating, which is about be applied to mold surfaces to extend life.
one-half as efficient as contact heating, is generally used Sometimes when thermoforming on large flat surfaces, the
only in sheetfed thermoforming systems. plastic sheet/film does not come in contact with the mold
For continuous roll-fed systems, combinations of radiant and because of air entrapment. When there are problems with air
convection heating are used when sheeting made of Eastar entrapment, more vacuum holes can be put in the surface of
6763 is being thermoformed. Radiant heaters that use the mold. Sandblasting or vapor-honing the mold can help
ceramic elements or quartz lamps generate infrared energy with air entrapment. However, sandblasting and vapor-
that heats the center of the sheet more efficiently. honing will change the thermoformed part from shiny/glossy
to a matte surface and the amount of matte will change as
A common method to uniformly heat most thicknesses of the mold wears.
sheet made of Eastar 6763 employs quartz panels with
embedded heating elements that are equipped with Vacuum holes should be drilled through the mold surface with
thermocouples for temperature control. The sheet performs a #78 drill. Each hole should be back-drilled oversize to within
well with ovens that use quartz panels on top and calrod, 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) of the surface to permit rapid evacuation.
ceramic, or black iron strip heaters on the bottom. They should be located in an inside radius. Vacuum slots
should be no wider than 50–75 micron (2–3 mil).
When heating continuous sheet, it is often possible to utilize
only the last two indexes before the mold. To prevent When designing the mold, the distance between individual
excessive sag of the sheet, the heating cycle should be as short cavities should be the same as the depth of the cavities.
as possible, provided the proper sheet temperature is reached. Female molds with generous draft angles provide better
flanges and easier removal with fewer problems from
Sheet made of Eastar 6763 ranging in thickness from 500 to bridging; however, thin bottoms can be a problem. Severe
1,000 micron (20 to 40 mil) will run with about the same heat undercuts must be avoided, and radii should be as generous
profile in the oven. Time to heat the sheet normally controls as possible.
the machine cycle if temperature-controlled molds are used.
Pressure boxes have two advantages: they improve cycles
To prevent “cold-forming,” it is essential that a temperature- and provide better definition and uniformity. In addition,
sensing device be used to monitor the sheet temperature as it they can provide a coining action that will greatly simplify
enters the mold. Optical pyrometers are excellent for this use. the cutting operation.
Film extruded from Eastar 6763 can be thermoformed with A plug-assist is suggested for parts with deep draws. Plug
fast cycle times using conventional forming equipment. Tests dimensions, depths, and clearances commonly used in the
in Eastman’s laboratory indicate that the surface thermoforming industry can be used to ensure rapid mold
temperature of the film prior to forming should range conformation and uniform wall thickness. Plug-assist is
from 140° to 163°C (280° to 325°F). helpful if the objective is to get orientation in the part.
There are many types of materials available for construction
of assist plugs, including 3M’s syntactic foam, which provides
good release and does not have to be temperature-controlled.
Once on cycle, it will not add or take away heat from the
sheet. Watch for plug wear and replace when necessary.

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Forming Sealing pressure—Sufficient force must be applied to
provide the cutting action on tear-seal or seal-and-cut
Many options exist for the forming operation. For example,
operations.
male or female molds can be used; plug-assist can be used
for female cavities; cutting can be either in place, at the Preheat time—The time needed to push the tool into
next index, or in an extra step; and a pressure box can be intimate contact with the upper film before the RF power
incorporated to provide pressure for forming as well as is applied. A time of 0.75 to 1.0 seconds is generally used.
coining to aid in cutting.
Sealing time—The time during which the RF energy is
The following will provide a good starting point for forming applied. The energy softens Eastar 6763. The clamping
sheet made of Eastar™ 6763 copolyester, particularly if the pressure then forces the tool into the copolyester, sealing
sheet thickness is 1,250 micron (50 mil) or less: and, if desired, cutting through the copolyester. A typical
sealing time for a 10-kW machine is 1.0 to 1.5 seconds.
Mold temperature, °C (°F) 40–60 (100–140)
Cooling time—The time that is used to hold the seal in place
Sheet temperature, °C (°F) 140–163 (280–325) until the bond solidifies. This typically requires 0.5 seconds.
Plug temperature, °C (°F) 120–135 (250–275)
Power setting—The power setting depends on the machine
Cycle, s 3–10 and power available. A 10-kW machine would typically be
run at 75% power to seal and cut two 10-mil films in 1.0 to
Forming pressure, MPa (psi) 0.21–0.28 (30–40)
1.5 seconds. Typical plate current and grid current meter
Vacuum, mm (in.) of mercury 508–660 (20–26) readings are 0.5 amps and 0.4 amps respectively.

Buffer or insulation—Suggested materials include biaxially

If the sheet/film temperature right before forming is too low, oriented PET and phenolic impregnated cloth.
there will be internal stresses in the thermoformed part.
Polarized lenses or a polarized light box should be used
Heated bar sealing
during the initial setup procedures to help define the
operating conditions that will produce quality parts. Variables in the heated bar sealing process:
Polarized lenses and polarized light boxes are available from: • S ealing temperature
Strainoptic Technologies, Inc. • S ealing pressure (air pressure)
108 W Montgomery Avenue • D
 well or seal time
North Wales, PA 19454 U.S.A.
Phone: (1) 215-661-0100 Sealing temperature—Typically, only the top bar is heated;
Fax: (1) 215-699-7028 however, in some cases, both bars or sealing surfaces are
E-mail: stress@strainoptics.com heated.
Web: www.strainoptics.com
Sealing pressure—Air pressure is applied to cylinders
attached to the jaws.
Sealing
Dwell or seal time—The time during which heat is applied.
Radio frequency sealing Following are typical bar sealing conditions, heating
upper and lower jaws to produce a destructive seal with
Variables in the radio frequency (RF) sealing process:
Eastar 6763.
• Heated tool
• Cooling time
2 to 10 mil 10 to 10 mil
• Sealing pressure (air pressure)
• Power setting Sealing temperature 150°C (300°F) 155°C (310°F)

• Preheat time Dwell or sealing time 1s 1s

• Buffer or insulation
Air pressure 0.41 MPa (60 psi) 0.41 MPa (60 psi)
• Sealing time

Heated tool—The tool needs to be heated to reduce heat

loss and raise the temperature of Eastar™ 6763 copolyester
to increase molecular activity. The temperature of the
heated platen is typically set at 120°C (250°F).

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Impulse sealing
Variables in the impulse sealing process:
• Power setting
• Sealing pressure (air pressure)
• Dwell or seal time
• Cooling time

Power setting—Power is applied to a resistance metal band,

giving instant heat in the upper and/or lower jaw. This band
can be of various widths, depending on the bond desired. The
power level is adjustable.

Sealing pressure—Air pressure is applied to cylinders

attached to the jaws. 50–55 Rockwell C, especially if the sheet is thicker than
Dwell or seal time—The time during which heat is applied. 0.25 mm (0.010 in.). The die should be thick enough to
prevent flexing. Although harder dies wear better, softer
Cooling time—The time the seal is held in place for the bond dies of 45–50 Rockwell C may have to be used to prevent
to solidify. breakage during die fabrication when complex shapes and
Following are typical impulse sealing conditions, heating sharp bends are used. Dies must be installed in a press that
the upper and lower jaws to produce a destructive seal with can close smoothly as the cut progresses and that is capable
Eastar 6763. of consistently bringing the die through the Eastar™ 6763
copolyester to the same line on the backing plate. The
clamp requirement can be estimated from the total steel
2 to 10 mil 10 to 10 mil
rule length, the sheet thickness, and the nominal cutting
Power setting, volts 30 30 force for 6763.
Dwell or sealing time 0.75 s 0.75 s Example:

Cooling time 1s 1s Minimum clamp force = (total rule length) (sheet thickness)

Air pressure 0.41 MPa (60 psi) 0.41 MPa (60 psi) × (cutting force)

= (80 in.) 3 (0.040 in.) 3 (7,500 lb/in. 2)

Cutting = 24,000 lb

Materials such as PVC and HIPS fracture after being cut only
The preferred material for the backing plate is either mild
approximately 75% through the thickness, but sheet made of
or stainless steel with a hardness less than that of the die;
Eastar must be cut completely through to cleanly separate
in this way, the backing plate will suffer the wear and dulling
the parts. Although there are many ways to cut thermoformed
of the die will be avoided. Aluminum is not recommended
sheet, this brochure covers only steel rule and matched
for the backing plate because it tends to splinter, which will
metal dies.
contaminate the parts, and have a short life.

Cutting with steel rule dies Heating the steel rule knife and/or the backing plate to
50°–70°C may improve cutting Eastar™ 6763 copolyester
Steel rule dies offer the least expensive option for small-
and reduce blade wear. Higher temperatures may cause
volume cutting. These dies are usually mounted in a 15- to
the plastic to rejoin or stick to the blade.
20-mm (0.62- to 0.75-in.) thick wood chase by the die maker.
Although it is best to accurately measure shrinkage from an Since the dies must contact the backing plate to get
actual cavity, 0.005 mm per mm (0.005 in. per in.) is a good complete cut-through, great care must be taken during
rule of thumb to use with sheet made of Eastar™ 6763 “make-ready” to ensure the dies are not damaged. Use
copolyester. For cutting simple shapes, use a long center the following make-ready procedure:
bevel or a double, double bevel die shape with a hardness of

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 Die
1. L ocate the position of the cutting die in the press
by taping a make-ready sheet of 0.15- to 0.20-mm
(0.006- to 0.008-in.) kraft wrapping paper to the
cutting surface of the backing plate.
2. P lace carbon paper face down on the kraft paper and
carefully bring the die down to kiss against the paper
so that the location of the die is marked.
3. M
 ark the location of the paper on the cutting plate so
that it can be placed under the plate in the same location
Punch
as it was on top.
4. P lace the make-ready paper under the plate and a sheet
of Eastar 6763 in position to be cut. Be sure the press is too strongly that zero clearance must be maintained to
backed off so as not to cut too deeply on the first hit. ensure clean cutting of sheet made of Eastar 6763.
5. B
 y repeated and careful adjustment, bring the press Matched dies can be designed so that all cutting edges are
down until 75%–80% of the sheet is cut through. parallel and all cutting begins at the same instant. A useful
6. R
 emove the make-ready paper and place 0.8- to option to extend die life is to use shear-point cutting, wherein
0.15-mm (0.003- to 0.006-in.) make-ready tape on the die is crowned by slightly raising the center line of the die.
areas that are not cutting. Do not overlap the tape. This permits the punch to contact the higher center line first.
As the punch moves into the die, it does so with a shearing
7. P lace the make-ready paper under the cutting plate
action as the cutting progresses to the die edges.
again and carefully take another hit.
8. R
 epeat this buildup procedure until the entire die is If provision can be made during thermoforming, coining
fully cutting. should also be used; this reduction in thickness will
substantially increase die life. Part shrinkage must be
Die life can be extended if bearers are placed outside the considered to properly match the location of coining to the
sheet area to provide a positive stop for the platens. They are cutting die.
particularly recommended on punch presses and two-post
presses to ensure the platens are always in the same relative Denesting thermoformed parts
position when fully closed. They also help prevent die
Eastar™ 6763 copolyester has a high gloss and will often block,
damage during make-ready.
making it difficult to denest the formed parts. In this event, an
Eastman denesting concentrate can be added during sheet
Matched metal dies
extrusion. This, combined with denest lugs, should provide
A matched metal die, also referred to as a punch and die, is satisfactory part separation; the concentrate will, however,
recommended for high-volume applications. It is mounted in produce a slight haze in the sheet and formed part.
a separate cutting press through which the continuously
formed sheet passes. It is designed so that the parts nest as
they are punched through the die. The figure below
illustrates a punch and die.

In matched dies, a hardened punch is used with a softer

die. Typical hardness is 43 Rockwell C for the die and 55 for
the punch. It is essential that a zero clearance be maintained.
As wear progresses, the die must be peened to recover a
zero clearance.

An alternative to using a soft die and peening is a hard punch

and die, both at a 62 Rockwell C. Zero clearance is
maintained by resurfacing the punch and die, which involves
removing the tool from the press. If only one set of tooling is
available, downtime is increased. It cannot be emphasized
Example of denest lugs

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Silicone coatings can be used as a denesting aid when applied Quality manufacturing
either to thermoformed parts or to one side of the sheet
Eastar 6763 is manufactured under a quality system that is
during the extrusion process. Coating both sides of the sheet
BSI-registered (Certificate No. FM 14068), conforming to the
is generally unnecessary because the silicone will transfer
requirements of ISO 9001:2008.
to the uncoated side after winding. Silicone coatings should
always be applied in the least amount and lowest
Summary checklist
concentration practical. Crazing or stress-cracking caused
by a silicone emulsion can be minimized by uniformly The following checklist summarizes processing steps that are
applying a well-mixed emulsion at the lowest practical level. important for the successful production of blister packages
Never heat the silicone solution. Use moderately heated air using Eastar 6763.
(<50°C [<120°F]) to dry and remove carrier solvent (usually 1. Use nip-polished film
water) prior to winding.
2. U
 se sheet-forming temperatures of 140° to 163°C
Silicone coatings provide better clarity than an internal (280° to 325°F)
denest concentrate, such as 6763 C0030 at 1–2 wt%
addition, and will provide a degree of slip during forming that 3. Prevent webbing by
can improve material distribution. A silicone coating cannot – Not overheating the film
be used in some applications because it may affect certain
secondary operations such as printing and sealing. – Keeping the film properly tensioned

Contact Eastman to obtain a list of silicone emulsions – Using correct mold spacing
approved for use on sheet of Eastar™ 6763 copolyester. – Using plug-assist on deep-draw molds

4. Maintain a uniform sheet temperature

Reclaiming scrap
Blister-forming operations will often generate large amounts 5. Use the suggested mold temperatures
of trim scrap. Unlike some other materials, film scrap of – 4
 0° to 60°C (100° to 140°F) for simple male
Eastar 6763 can be reground, blended with virgin pellets, and or female molds
reprocessed. The actual percentage of regrind may depend
– 20° to 135°C (250° to 275°F) for the plug
on processing parameters such as extruder L/D and screw
design, melt temperature, residence time, and use of a gear – 4
 0° to 60°C (100° to 140°F) for the mold on
pump. However, up to 30% or 40% levels of scrap reuse are plug-assist types of molds
not unusual as long as the regrind is kept clean, dry, and free
6. Use vapor-honed mold surfaces to prevent air entrapment
of contamination.
7. Keep cutting tools sharp
Regulatory status
8. U
 se a silicone coating or a denest agent to facilitate
Eastar™ 6763 copolyester, as supplied by Eastman, complies denesting
with various laws and regulations required for use in packaging
applications for cosmetics, foods, drugs, and medical devices.
Further documentation is available on request by contacting Conversions of metric/U.S. customary values may have been
an Eastman representative at www.eastman.com. rounded off and therefore may not be exact conversions.

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