Technical datasheet

DOWLEX™ 2045

Supplied byDow- Last Updated on Jun 26, 2025

DOWLEX™ 2045 is a linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) grade. Exhibits puncture resistance and chemical stability. Can be processed using blown film extrusion method. Recommended for heavy duty film applications. Complies with U.S. FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (c) 3.2a, Canadian HPFB No Objection (With Limitations), EU, No 10/2011, US FDA Drug Master File (DMF) 22316 and EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS).
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DOWLEX™ 2045 properties

Films properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Film Puncture Resistance0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Film Puncture Resistance0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Film Toughness, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Film Toughness, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Film Toughness, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Film Toughness, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login

Mechanical properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
2% Secant Modulus, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
2% Secant Modulus, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
2% Secant Modulus, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
2% Secant Modulus, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Impact Strength, Dart Drop0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Impact Strength, Dart Drop0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tear Strength, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tear Strength, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tear Strength, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tear Strength, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Yield, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Yield, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Yield, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Yield, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login

Optical properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Gloss0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
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Haze0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Haze0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login

Other properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Elongation at Break, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Elongation at Break, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Elongation at Break, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Elongation at Break, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Break, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Break, MD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Break, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Tensile Strength at Break, TD0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login

Physical properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Density0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Density, Base Resin0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR or MFI = Melt Flow Index or MI = Melt Index)0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login

Thermal properties

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Melting Point0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Vicat Softening Temperature0.0 Visible After LoginVisible After LoginVisible After Login

DOWLEX™ 2045 Processing Guidelines

Extrusion Processing Guidelines

PropertiesValue & unitTest conditionTest method
Blow-up RatioVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Die CircumferenceVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Die DiameterVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Die GapVisible After LoginVisible After Login
L/D Ratio (DSB II Screw Type)Visible After LoginVisible After Login
Melt TemperatureVisible After LoginVisible After Login
Screw Size (DSB II Screw Type)Visible After LoginVisible After Login
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