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| DSM’s Xantar for the manufacture of lighting components  DSM Engineering Plastics has introduced Xantar C (PC/ABS) for the manufacture of lighting components. The Xantar C material is now being used for the production of end caps for Centura 2, an important new range of luminaires from Philips. For the manufacture of the end caps, Philips required a material which would be completely light tight and prevent any leakage of light through the plastic itself. The end caps also had to perform within certain defined parameters. Xantar C has proved ideal for the purpose because it fulfills all the aesthetic, safety and sustainability requirements specified by Philips. It meets the heat performance range of 70 100°C, impact resistance of 5J and has a glow wire filament index (GWFI) of 960. The plastic also contains a halogen-free flame retardant and is UV stabilized. Xantar C polycarbonate is suitable for a wide range of applications and can be converted using all common processing techniques. The product line consists of general purpose, flame retardant, reinforced and stress crack resistant modified grades as well as specialty grades developed for specific applications. For the manufacturer, Xantar polycarbonates and other grades can be coloured to meet any specific brand or design requirement. The colour and processing consistency, both within batch and batch-to-batch, leads to lower scrap rates and higher rates of machine use. The base colour is more consistent and stable than in many other materials. High design-led colour standards can be maintained during moulding by using masterbatches, reducing inventory and simplifying logistics. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Construction News :: home page |