F-3000 is a high-performance expandable polystyrene resin that incorporates non-HBCD brominated hydrocarbon as its flame retardant agent. It is specifically formulated for applications requiring high expansion capabilities and superior mechanical properties, making it suitable for a wide array of construction and packaging uses.
 
Key Features
Advanced Flame Retardant: Uses non-HBCD brominated hydrocarbon, enhancing safety in fire-prone environments.
Exceptional Expansion Capability: Can expand up to 95 times its original volume, providing effective insulation and structural characteristics.
High Mechanical Load-Bearing Properties: Ensures durability and strength in applications such as insulation boards and construction blocks.
 
Applications
Rigid Insulation Boards: Ideal for thermal and acoustic insulation in residential and commercial buildings.
Panel Applications: Used in panels that require robust mechanical properties and flame retardancy.
Construction Blocks: Suitable for creating lightweight yet sturdy construction materials for civil engineering projects.
 
Technical Specifications
Bead Size: Ranges from 0.6 to 0.9 mm, allowing for uniform product quality and consistency.
Blowing Agent Content: 6.5 wt%, aiding in achieving high expansion rates.
Polymer Content: 92-94 wt%, ensuring the structural integrity of the expanded product.
Residual Monomer: Less than 0.30 wt%, minimizing potential VOC emissions.
 
Physical and Chemical Properties
Foam Density: 15-17 g/l, suitable for lightweight applications.
Specific Gravity: Approximately 1.02-1.05, indicating the density relative to water.
Expandability: 50-95 times, highlighting the material’s capacity to expand significantly from its original volume.
Fusion (Min.): 60%, indicating a high degree of particle fusion and stability.
Limiting Oxygen Index: Over 30%, enhancing its flame retardancy properties.
 
Packaging
25 kg Woven Polypropylene Laminated Kraft-Layered Kraft Sacks
1000 kg Polypropylene Bulk Jumbo Bags, ideal for large-scale industrial use.
 
Storage and Handling
Store in a Cool, Dry, Well-Ventilated Area: Ensures that the EPS retains its physical and chemical characteristics.
Avoid Direct Sunlight and High Temperatures: Protects the EPS from premature expansion and degradation.
 
Conclusion
F-3000 EPS from Baniar Polymer Co. is an ideal material for industries seeking high-quality, flame-retardant expandable polystyrene. Its ability to undergo significant expansion, coupled with its enhanced safety features, makes it particularly suited for the construction industry where both thermal efficiency and fire safety are critical.