ARCEL® 640 Resin is a water insoluble, white colored expandable polystyrene (EPS) grade composed of polyethylene and polystyrene polymers. It contains 9.2% pentane and 0.3% plasticizer. Is recyclable, biologically and chemically inert. Exhibits improved impact properties and has the smallest bead size of the ARCEL resin family of products. Is suitable for processing by foaming. ARCEL® 640 Resin by NOVA Chemicals is recommended for high density applications and well-suited for more intricate part designs.
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ARCEL® 640 Resin properties
Flammability properties
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Mechanical properties
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Physical properties
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Thermal properties
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ARCEL® 640 Resin Processing Guidelines
Foaming Processing Guidelines
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