Description
ZARPLSTM HDB8707 is a black low density copolymer modified polyethylene compounds. It is characterized by excellent stress crack resistance and mechanical properties and low-temperature performance in combination with good extrudability. ZARPLSTM HDB8707 contains 2.5% well-dispersed carbon black in order to ensure excellent weathering resistance
Applications
ZARPLSTM HDB8707 is designed for: Jacket for energy and communication cables . The physical toughness and very low water permeability of the compound make it an ideal solution especially for buried power cables. ZARPLSTM HDB8707 offers a balance of properties giving advantages in manufacturing, installation and lifetime performance of energy and communication cables.
Specifications
ZARPLSTM HDB8707 meets the applicable requirements as below when processed using sound extrusion practice and testing procedure:
- ASTM D 1248 Type I, Class C, Category 5, Grade J3, E5, W2-4
- BS 6234: Type 03C, TS1
- BT M 132
- DIN VDE 0207 Type 2YM2
- EN 50290-2-24
- HD 620 S1, Part 1, table 4B, DMP 17
- IEC 60502, Type ST3
- IEC 60708
- IEC 60840, ST3
- ISO 1872-PE, KCHL, 18-D003
- NF C 32-060
Physical Properties
Data should not be used for specification work
| Property | Typical Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Density (Base Resin) | 0.92 gr/cm3 | ISO 1183 |
| Density (Compound) | 0.93 gr/cm3 | ISO 1183 |
| Melt Flow rate (190’C , 2.16 kg) | 0.2 gr/10 min | ISO 1133 |
| Elongation at Break (250 mm/min) | 500 % | IEC 60811-401 |
| Tensile Strength (250 mm/min) | 14 N/mm2 | IEC 60811-401 |
| Hardness Shore D (1s) | 50 | ISO 868 |
| Brittleness Temperature | < 76’C | ASTM D746 |
Electrical Properties
Data should not be used for specification work
| Property | Typical Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Dielectric Constant (1MHz) | 2.5 | IEC 60250 |
| Dissipation Factor (1MHz) | 0.006 | IEC 60250 |
| DC Volume Resistivity | 1016 Ohm.com | IEC 60093 |
| Dielectric Strength | 20 kV/mm | IEC 60243 |
Processing Techniques
ZARPLSTM HDB8707 provides excellent surface finish and high output rates over a broad range of conditions. For normal extrusion equipment’s and applications we suggest a melt temperature and a conductor preheating according to the table below:
- Conductor Preheating Temperature: 80 – 100 °C
- Melt Temperature: 200 – 210 °C
Specific recommendations for processing conditions can be determined only when the application and type of equipment are known. Please contact your local Borealis representative for such particulars.
Packaging
- Bulk
- Octabin
- Bags
Related Files:
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| ZARPLS LDB8707.pdf | 133.13 KB |