ELEVATE® EF522 by Westlake is an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer with 12% vinyl acetate (VA). Provides high melt strength, excellent optics and low heat seal initiation. Is suitable for processing by blown & cast film extrusion, injection & blow molding and profile extrusion. ELEVATE® EF522 is recommended for packaging films, tubing, and wire & cable applications. Complies with FDA 21 CFR 177.1350 regulations.
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ELEVATE® EF522 properties
Flammability properties
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Mechanical properties
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| 1% Secant Modulus, MD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
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| Tensile Strength, Ultimate, MD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
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Optical properties
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Physical properties
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| Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR or MFI = Melt Flow Index or MI = Melt Index) | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Thermal properties
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ELEVATE® EF522 Processing Guidelines
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