https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/Polystrand R Recycled Polyester Composite Tape and Laminates Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Incorporates a minimum of 95% post-consumer
recycled PET resin and 58% glass fiber
• Available in unidirectional tape, 2-layer X-ply™
and 3-layer tri-ply laminates
• Excellent bondability to other materials via
thermal lamination or adhesives
• Impact and corrosion resistant
• Improved carbon footprint vs. traditional
polyester-based composite tape
APPLICATIONS
Recycled content unidirectional tapes and
laminates are well-suited for applications that
benefit from the light weight, high strength,
and impact resistance of continuous glass fiber
reinforced rPET including:
• Commercial vehicles
• Trailers
• Structural automotive applications
• Consumer electronics and accessories
• Outdoor sporting equipment and
adventure gear
PRODUCT BULLETIN
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KEY
CHARACTERISTICS
GRADE
NAME
AREAL
WEIGHT
lb/ft2
NOMINAL
THICKNESS
in
TENSILE
MODULUS
ksi
FLEXURAL
STRENGTH
ksi
COMMENTS
> 95% PCR*
recycled
PET resin,
58% glass fiber
Polystrand™ R
5840B 0.0903 0.09 4400 ~80
Equivalent to
standard PETG,
APET; Black
* Resin source is 100% Post Consumer Recycled (PCR) content, but overall recycled content may vary based on color, additives, etc.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/injection-molding-mold-processing
High levels of regrind are better tolerated in black materials.
Zone 2
The injection time to fill the part should be between one and two seconds.
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Made strong progress in reducing company’s Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions, reaching nearly 50% reduction in 2023 vs. 2019
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-introduces-polymer-solutions-platform-ev-charging-equipment
This portfolio of EVSE polymer solutions includes colorants, additives, and specialty engineered materials that can improve the performance and aesthetics of Level 1, 2, and direct current (DC) electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
Fueled by EV growth, the demand for public charging equipment is rising in the U.S., with over one million stations estimated to be built in the next eight years.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/enhance-electric-vehicle-battery-design-and-performance
Weight Reduction: One of the primary advantages of using polymers in EV batteries is the significant weight reduction.
2.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/how-perfect-thermal-management-led-lighting-applications?sust[]=1165
2.
Replacing aluminum heat sinks with polymer ones can greatly reduce both the total cost and weight of a part.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/how-perfect-thermal-management-led-lighting-applications?ind[]=6601
2.
Replacing aluminum heat sinks with polymer ones can greatly reduce both the total cost and weight of a part.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/enhance-electric-vehicle-battery-design-and-performance?rtype[]=1164
Weight Reduction: One of the primary advantages of using polymers in EV batteries is the significant weight reduction.
2.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/enhance-electric-vehicle-battery-design-and-performance?ind[]=6601
Weight Reduction: One of the primary advantages of using polymers in EV batteries is the significant weight reduction.
2.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=4161
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