Type: High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Grade: EX3 (GM5010T2N)
 
Features and Characteristics
Characteristics: EX3 (GM5010T2N) is a high molecular weight, high-density polyethylene copolymer developed for general-purpose resin use in both pressure and non-pressure pipes. Known for its excellent chemical resistance and environmental stress crack resistance.
Quality: Designed to ensure a minimum service life of 50 years under appropriate pressure and temperature conditions, making it highly reliable for long-term applications.
 
General Information
Status: Commercial, Active
Applications: Suitable for extrusion into a full range of pipe and fittings sizes where high-density resins are required. Ideal for transporting a wide range of fluids in industrial, rural, and mining applications.
Form: Available in pellet form.
Food Contact: Certified suitable for applications involving food contact, ensuring safety and compliance with health regulations.
 
Additives
Included Additives:
Antioxidant: Incorporated to stabilize the polymer during processing and usage.
UV Stabilizer: No specific mention, but generally included in such grades to enhance UV resistance.
 
Material Properties
Melt Flow Index (MFI) at 190°C, 5 kg: 0.55 gr/10min (DIN 53735), indicating the flow rate of the polymer melt, which is crucial for consistent extrusion quality.
Density: 0.944 gr/cm³ (DIN 53479), contributing to the material's structural strength and stability.
Impact Strength (Charpy Index): 22 mj/mm² (DIN 53453), showcasing the material's ability to resist impacts, essential for pipe applications.
Volatiles: 0.2% Wt (BP138), highlighting the purity and minimal presence of volatile components.
 
Mechanical and Durability Properties
Resistance to Internal Pressure (80°C/4N/mm²): Minimum 170 hours (DIN 8074), demonstrating the product’s ability to withstand prolonged internal pressures at elevated temperatures.
 
 
Conclusion
HDPE EX3 (GM5010T2N) is engineered for high-performance applications in pipe extrusion, providing durability, reliability, and versatility. Its properties make it suitable for a broad range of industrial applications, ensuring long-term performance with a focus on safety and environmental resistance.