Styrolux 3G55

Styrene Butadiene Copolymer (SBC)

DESCRIPTION
The product line Styrolux® comprises clear styrene butadiene copolymers. The grades have in general an intrinsic toughness, are easy to
process and work as modifiers and compatibilizers not only in polystyrene but in many other polymers, e.g. polyolefins. For all Styrolux®
grades food contact statements are available upon request. Styrolux® 3G55 is mainly in sheet extrusion and thermoforming applications. It
shows a high performance in blends with general-purpose polystyrene, providing parts with an excellent balance of transparency and
toughness. Due to its tendency of blocking, 3G55 is mainly used in inline thermoforming. 3G55 is difficult to print and decorate since it
contains a microcrystalline wax.

FEATURES APPLICATIONS
Easy processing Food contact applications
Well extrudable Flexible packaging
Very good miscibility with GPPS
Transparency

Property, Test Condition Standard Unit Values

Rheological Properties

Melt Volume Rate, 200 °C/5 kg ISO 1133 cm³/10 min 14

Mechanical Properties

Charpy Notched Impact Strength, 23° C ISO 179/1eA kJ/m² 80

Charpy Unnotched, 23 °C ISO 179/1eU kJ/m² > 80

Tensile Modulus ISO 527 MPa 900

Tensile Stress at Yield, 23 °C ISO 527 MPa 16

Tensile Strain at Yield, 23 °C ISO 527 % 2

Tensile Stress at Break, 23 °C ISO 527 MPa 19

Tensile Strain at Break, 23 °C ISO 527 % > 300

Nominal Strain at Break, 23 °C ISO 527 % > 300

Flexural Modulus, 23 °C ISO 178 MPa 900

Flexural Strength, 23 °C ISO 178 MPa 18

Hardness, Shore D ISO 868 - 58

Thermal Properties

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Property, Test Condition Standard Unit Values

Vicat Softening Temperature VST/B/50 (50N, 50 °C/h) ISO 306 °C 35

Heat Deflection Temperature A; (annealed 4 h/80 °C; 1.8 MPa) ISO 75 °C 51

Heat Deflection Temperature B; (annealed 4 h/80 °C; 0.45 MPa) ISO 75 °C 62

Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion ISO 11359 10-6/°C 60 - 90

Optical Properties

Refractive Index, Sodium D Line ISO 489 - 1.57

Haze ASTM D 1003 % 3.5

Light Transmission at 550 nm ASTM D 1003 % 89

Other Properties

Density ISO 1183 kg/m³ 1010

Water Absorption, Saturated at 23 °C ISO 62 % 0.07

Processing

Linear Mold Shrinkage ISO 294-4 % 0.3 - 1

Melt Temperature Range ISO 294 °C 180 - 250

Mold Temperature Range ISO 294 °C 30 - 50

Typical values for uncolored products

Please note that all processing data stated are only indicative and may vary depending on the individual processing complexities.
Please consult our local sales or technical representatives for details.

SUPPLY FORM
Styrolux is supplied in pellet form and should be kept in its original containers in cool, dry place. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight. Styrolux®
can be stored in silos at temperatures well below 45 °C.

PRODUCT SAFETY
During processing of Styrolux® small quantities of styrene monomer may be released into the atmosphere. At styrene vapor concentrations
below 20 ppm no negative effects on health are expected. In our experience, the concentration of styrene does not exceed 1 ppm in well
ventilated workplaces - that is where five to eight air changes per hour are made. For safety information please refer to our Material Safety
Data Sheet for this product.

DISCLAIMER

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The above mentioned data are accurate to the best of our knowledge. They are based upon reputable labs and industry standard testing
methods. These are only typical values and actual product specification may deviate at industrial range. Therefore, no data in this technical
data sheet shall constitute a warranty or representation regarding product features, fitness of the product for a specific purpose or application
or its processability. INEOS Styrolution disclaims all liability in connection therewith. The customer himself is required to verify whether or not
the product is suitable for the further processing or application intended and whether or not the product complies with the relevant statutory
requirements. Unless explicitly and individually otherwise agreed in writing, INEOS Styrolution's sole and exclusive liability with respect to its
products is set forth in INEOS Styrolution's General Terms and Conditions for Sale.

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