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Cesa Laser Marking Additives can be used with thermoplastics commonly used in vehicles including: • PP • PC/ABS • Polyamide • Polyacetal (POM) WHY SELECT LASER MARKING?

KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available for polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS, polycarbonate and styrenics • Bio-content of resin carrier varies from 70% to 100% depending on polymer—calculated to ASTM D6866 standard • Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified sites, providing global consistency and security of supply • Documented change control beyond CAS number, reducing risk of change • Drop-in solutions that can be processed like fossil-based grades on common injection molding and extrusion machines • Can be provided as ready-to-use pre-colored or additive formulation REGULATORY SUPPORT • Raw materials tested to: - ISO 10993-1 - USP and (incl. class VI) - European Pharmacopeia, monograph 3.1.3/ 3.1.5 (polyolefin packaging materials) - USP (polyethylene) - Elemental impurities as per ICH Q3D • Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or Device Master File • Food contact according to US FDA and APPLICATION BULLETIN Sustainability Spotlight Bio-polymers Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.

APPLICATION BULLETIN PRODUCT NAME SUITABLE FOR APPLICATION LDR Cesa™ Stat OCA0025695 PP Permanent reduction of dust attraction in interior From 5% Cesa™ Stat OCA0025609 PC/ABS, PA6, PC/ASA Permanent reduction of dust attraction in interior From 8% Cesa™ Stat OCA0025603 LDPE, TPE Permanent reduction of dust attraction in interior From 7% The graph shows the measurement of the charge decay time at 23°C/50% r.H. on 80x80x2mm IM plaques.

To meet the manufacturer’s goals for the mouse grip, a clear TPE overmolding material, GLS Versaflex™, was formulated for improved ergonomics and comfort, strong chemical resistance, and excellent bonding to the ABS substrate.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS The primary features and benefits of Gravi-Tech formulations are: • Customized density, offering a wide range of specific gravities from 1.2 to 11 gm/cm3 • Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very rigid grades • Corrosion resistance, withstanding oxidation for long-term use and benefit • Chemical resistance, withstanding fuels, oils and other harsh chemicals • Metallization and electroplating, delivering the look and feel of metal Additional features include: • Design flexibility and processing ease • Good impact strength • Elevated heat deflection temperature PRODUCT BULLETIN TARGET MARKET AND APPLICATIONS Gravi-Tech composites are an excellent choice for applications in a full range of markets, including: Consumer Luxury packaging, golf clubs, fishing tackle, casino/gaming chips, exercise weights, hunting supplies, cutlery, appliances and hunting ammunition Healthcare X-ray shielding, nuclear medicine transport containers, and laboratory furniture and equipment Industrial Ammunition, reactor shielding, vibration and acoustical damping, military/tactical equipment, airport x-ray shielding, various food ware, building and construction equipment, inertial weighting, and underwater cable weighting Base Resin Specific Gravities Nylon 6 2.3, 2.7, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6 TPE 2.6, 3.9 TPU 2.6, 3, 4.5, 7.5, 9 PP 1.15–4 ABS 1.2–3 PPS 4 Nylon 12 4, 6.9, 11 TECHNICAL PROPERTIES Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.

TPEs and TPUs formulated specifically for overmolding onto PK, COPE and PC/ABS for improved haptics and function Watch to learn more on the benefits of using Versaflex™ HC BT218 for biopharmaceutical tubing

G LA SS /E P O XY T AB M AT ER IA L N O T AB BOTTOM PANEL LEGLENGTH BREAK STRENGTH Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 420 lbs 191 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 370 lbs 168 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 332 lbs 151 kg Marine Plywood 2 in 51 mm 984 lbs 446 kg Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 51 mm 1298 lbs 589 kg Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 501 lbs 227 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 839 lbs 381 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 1156 lbs 524 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - Crestomer 1152PA Adhesive NA 1530 lbs 694 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - Crestomer M1-30 Adhesive NA 1471 lbs 667 kg Mixed Conditions ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION ADHESIVE GRADE MANUFACTURER AVERAGE BOND STRENGTH STANDARD DEVIATION FAILURE MODE BEST ADHESION 2k Urethane 75421 LORD 2281 psi 15.73 MPa 184 psi 1.27 MPa Substrate Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 ACRALOCK 2211 psi 15.24 MPa 78 psi 0.54 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 psi 14.97 MPa 262 psi 1.81 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK 2102 psi 14.49 MPa 138 psi 0.95 MPa Substrate 2k Urethane 75451 LORD 2047 psi 14.11 MPa 68 psi 0.47 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:1 ACRALOCK 1966 psi 13.56 MPa 68 psi 0.47 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic Scotch-Weld 8010 3M 1907 psi 13.15 MPa 61 psi 0.42 MPa Adhesive Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 psi 13.00 MPa 432 psi 2.98 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 psi 12.91 MPa 281 psi 1.94 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:1 ACRALOCK 1779 psi 12.27 MPa 127 psi 0.88 MPa Cohesive 2k Urethane 75422 LORD 1716 psi 11.83 MPa 190 psi 1.31 MPa Cohesive Adhesive 2k Urethane 75452 LORD 1535 psi 10.58 MPa 98 psi 0.68 MPa Adhesive 2k Methacrylate PolyFuse Icon Containment 1610 psi 11.10 MPa 98 psi 0.68 MPa Adhesive INTERMEDIATE ADHESION 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk C010817 ACRALOCK 724 psi 4.99 MPa 58 psi 0.40 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK 722 psi 4.98 MPa 44 psi 0.30 MPa Cohesive 2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix Loctite 508 psi 3.50 MPa 81 psi 0.56 MPa Adhesive 2k Epoxy Gorilla Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 psi 2.35 MPa 198 psi 1.37 MPa Adhesive NOT RECOMMENDED 2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond ADHESIVE SELECTION Brand names of the adhesives are owned by the respective manufacturers.

HOW GLS TPES MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN INFANT CARE APPLICATIONS • Safe to Use – Made without bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, or heavy metals; select grades compliant with FDA, REACH and China GB4806 • Durable – Resists bites and tears; many are tested and safe to use in microwaves and dishwashers • Comfortable – Can be overmolded to provide a soft touch grip and customized to specific comfort requirements including vibration and noise reduction • Easy to Process – Can be injection molded and overmolded right onto a substrate including PP, ABS, etc

https://doi .org/10 .2340/16501977-1897 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-021-04054-6 https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-1897 https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Hand-grip-fatigability-in-persons-with-multiple-to-Severijns-Lamers/834a2a4e4665c6e9f3d7513507807314d0214828 Ergonomic Grip Design Guide 11 Pre-production validation of the conceptual design is paramount in reducing the overall risk of the program . PART MODEL (GEOMETRY AND MESH) MATERIAL MODEL Steel hammer shaft Polymer hammer shaft Wood hammer shaft Figure 19: Material data Inputs * http://www .scielo .org .mx/pdf/remcf/v9n48/2007-1132-remcf-9-48-181-en .pdf ** https://www .westsystem .com/products/compare-epoxy-physical-properties/ http://www.scielo.org.mx/pdf/remcf/v9n48/2007-1132-remcf-9-48-181-en.pdf https://www.westsystem.com/products/compare-epoxy-physical-properties/ Ergonomic Grip Design Guide 19 After setting up the part and material models, the team determined applicable physics for the study . Top 10 Rules for Overmolded Components 1 .