Achieving Both Impact Resistance and Transparency
Asahi Kasei's synthetic rubber allows for control of the refractive index through our unique polymer design, making it ideal for transparent HIPS. It is a high-quality product with minimal impurities and gel. We have also achieved improved thermal stability and reduced gelation.
Overview of Optimal Grades for Transparent HIPS
Features
Control of the refractive index enables the production of transparent HIPS
High-quality product with minimal impurities and gel
Combination of transparency and impact resistance
Achieves thermal stability and reduced gelation
Applications and Usage
Carrier Tape
Food Packaging
Physical Property Table of Optimal Grades for Transparent HIPS
Grade Name | Mooney Viscosity (ML1+4, 100°C) |
Bound Styrene (Weight%) |
Vinyl Content (mol% in BD) |
Solution Viscosity (mPa/s) (*1) |
|
BR | ASADENE™ 35AE | 33 | 0 | 13 | 85 |
ASADENE™ 55AE | 55 | 0 | 13 | 170 | |
SBR | ASAPRENE™ 625A | 67.5 | 35 | 15 | 22 |
ASAPRENE™ 670A | - | 39 | 14 | 34 |
*1) 5% Styrene Solution Viscosity (25°C), cP=1.00×10-3Pa s