Lupolen 2420H is a high-quality low-density polyethylene (LDPE) resin offered in pellet form, making it easy to handle and process. This additive-free resin boasts excellent physical properties, rendering it ideal for various film applications within the flexible packaging industry.
 
Product Description
Type: Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
Features: Lupolen 2420H is free from additives, enhancing its usability and ensuring good physical properties. The resin's ease of processing and robust characteristics make it suitable for producing films with demanding performance criteria.
 
Main Applications
Bags & Pouches: Perfect for creating strong, flexible packages that endure heavy loads.
Food Packaging Film: Features excellent optical properties and safety, suitable for direct food contact applications.
Hygiene Film: Used in sanitary products that require high reliability and durability.
Liner Film: Ideal for durable lining in various packaging applications.
Shrink Film: Recommended for tightly securing products with complex shapes.
 
Features and Advantages
Good Heat Seal: Ensures strong seals, crucial for maintaining the integrity of packages during handling and storage.
Good Optical Properties: Provides high clarity and gloss, enhancing the visual appeal of packaged goods on store shelves.
General Purpose: Well-balanced physical properties make it versatile across different applications.
 
Physical and Mechanical Properties
Density: 0.924 g/cm³
Melt Flow Rate (MFR): 1.9 g/10 min at 190°C/2.16 kg
Tensile Modulus (TM): 260 MPa
Dart Drop Impact Strength (DDIS): 110 g
Tensile Strength (TS): 25 MPa (MD), 21 MPa (TD)
Tensile Strain at Break: 250% (MD), 600% (TD)
 
Optical Properties
Haze: Below 8% at 50 µm film thickness
Gloss: Over 50 at 20°, over 100 at 60°
 
Processing and Safety
Recommended Processing Temperatures: 160-200°C
Health & Safety Guidelines: Adequate ventilation is crucial to remove fumes during processing. Protective measures should be taken to avoid skin and eye contact with molten polymer.
 
Environmental Considerations and Storage
Environmental Responsibility: Encourages responsible recycling and disposal practices to minimize environmental impact.
Storage Recommendations: Should be stored in a dry, dust-free environment below 50°C, avoiding direct sunlight to maintain material integrity.
 
Summary
Lupolen 2420H is a premium LDPE resin known for its superior flexibility, durability, and safety features, making it a top choice for manufacturers specializing in high-quality flexible films, particularly in the food packaging sector. Its robust properties and processing versatility ensure it meets the rigorous demands of modern packaging solutions.