DOWLEX™ 2045
Dow Plastics - Polyethylene, Linear Low Density

General Information
Product Description

- Linear Low Density Polyethylene
- For heavy duty film applications
- Complies with U.S. FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (c) 3.2a.
Consult the regulations for complete details.

General  
Material Status
  • Commercial: Active
    • Availability
  • Asia
  • Latin America
  • North America
    • Test Standards Available
  • ASTM
    • Agency Ratings
  • FDA 21 CFR 177.1520(c) 3.2a   1
    • Forms
  • Pellets
    • Processing Method
  • Film, Blown
  • Film, Cast
    •  
    ASTM and ISO Properties 2
    Physical
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Density -Specific Gravity
    0.922
    sp gr 23/23°C
    ASTM D792
    Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (190°C/2.16 kg)
    1.00
    g/10 min
    ASTM D1238
    Films
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Film Puncture Resistance      
    (0.800 mil)
    277
    ft-lb/in³
    		  
    (2.00 mil)
    200
    ft-lb/in³
    		  
    Film Toughness MD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    3440
    ft-lb/in³
    		  
    (--)  4
    3440
    ft-lb/in³
    		  
    Film Toughness TD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    3860
    ft-lb/in³
    		  
    (--)  4
    3480
    ft-lb/in³
    		  
    Secant Modulus MD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    2% Secant: 31900
    psi
    		  
    (--)  4
    2% Secant: 29300
    psi
    		  
    Secant Modulus TD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    2% Secant: 35500
    psi
    		  
    (--)  4
    2% Secant: 34300
    psi
    		  
    Tensile Strength @ Yld MD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    1870
    psi
    		  
    (--)  4
    1680
    psi
    		  
    Tensile Strength @ Yld TD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    1860
    psi
    		  
    (--)  4
    1780
    psi
    		  
    Tensile Strength @ Brk MD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    10500
    psi
    		  
    (--)  4
    8090
    psi
    		  
    Tensile Strength @ Brk TD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    7660
    psi
    		  
    (--)  4
    6620
    psi
    		  
    Elongation @ Break MD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    500
    %
    		  
    (--)  4
    660
    %
    		  
    Elongation @ Break TD     ASTM D882
    (--)  3
    770
    %
    		  
    (--)  4
    780
    %
    		  
    Dart Drop Impact  5     ASTM D1709
    (0.800 mil)
    120
    gm
    		  
    (2.00 mil)
    290
    gm
    		  
    Elmendorf Tear Str MD     ASTM D1922
    (--)  3
    440
    gm
    		  
    (--)  4
    680
    gm
    		  
    Elmendorf Tear Str TD     ASTM D1922
    (--)  3
    590
    gm
    		  
    (--)  4
    1200
    gm
    		  
    Thermal
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Vicat Softening Point
    226
    °F
    ASTM D1525
    Melting Point
    252
    °F
    DSC
    Optical
    Nominal Value
    Unit
    Test Method
    Gloss     ASTM D2457
    (45°, 0.800 mil)
    74
     
    		  
    (45°, 2.00 mil)
    76
     
    		  
    Haze (2.00 mil)
    7.0
    %
    ASTM D1003
     
    Notes
    1 When used unmodified for the manufacture of food contact articles, DOWLEX™ 2045 will comply with Food Additive Regulations FDA 21 CFR 177.1520(c) 3.2a under the U.S. Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Such uses are subject to good manufacturing practices and any other limitations which are part of the statute or regulations. These should be consulted for complete details.
    2 Typical properties: these are not to be construed as specifications.
    3 0.800 mil
    4 2.00 mil
    5 Method A
       
     

    Makes no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, with respect to this product, as to merchantability, Fitness for particular purpose or otherwise. The data listed represents average values and are believed to be reliable, They are given for information; no guarantee of their accuracy is made, however, and the product is sold upon condition that purchasers shall make their own test to determinate the characteristics of the product and the suitability of the product for their particular process.