Parslen ZR230C is a high molecular weight random polypropylene copolymer engineered specifically for compression molding and extrusion. This grade stands out due to its excellent heat resistance and is designed to fabricate items that maintain superior toughness even at low temperatures.
 
Key Features
Heat Resistance: Exhibits outstanding heat resistance, ideal for high-temperature applications.
Low-Temperature Impact Strength: Maintains excellent impact strength down to 0°C, ensuring durability under varying thermal conditions.
Creep Rupture Properties: Improved creep rupture properties under internal pressure stress, making it suitable for critical load-bearing applications.
 
Applications
Pressure Pipes for Industry: Perfect for manufacturing pressure pipes used in industrial settings.
Heating Pipes and Under Floor Hot Water Heating: Ideal for heating applications due to its high thermal stability.
Domestic Service Pipes: Suitable for both hot and cold water domestic systems, offering reliability and resistance to thermal cycling.
Weldable Fittings: Excellent for producing fittings that require welding, thanks to its stable thermal properties and compatibility.
Extrusion Applications: Includes profiles, pipes, and tough sheets for industrial uses, especially where high resistance to temperature, pressure, and aggressive media is critical.
 
Typical Properties
Melt Flow Rate (MFR) at 230°C, 2.16 kg: 0.35 g/10 min with a tolerance of ±0.5 (ASTM D1238), indicating specific flow characteristics suitable for extrusion and molding.
Melt Flow Rate (MFR) at 230°C, 5.0 kg: 1.7 g/10 min with a tolerance of ±0.2 (ASTM D1238), showing the material’s capability for stable flow under higher loads.
Vicat Softening Point: 135°C with a tolerance of ±5 (ASTM D1525), the temperature at which the polymer begins to soften under a specified load.
Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): 75°C with a tolerance of ±8 at 0.46 MPa (ASTM D648), reflecting the material's deformation point under load.
Flexural Modulus: 1000 MPa with a tolerance of ±120 (ASTM D790), indicating the material's stiffness.
Tensile Strength at Yield: 28 MPa with a tolerance of ±4 (ASTM D638), showcasing the material's ability to withstand stress before deforming.
Elongation at Yield: 15% with a tolerance of -2% (ASTM D638), showing the material's stretchability at the yield point.
Izod Impact Strength (Notched) at 23°C: No Break (ASTM D256), demonstrating exceptional toughness.
Izod Impact Strength (Notched) at -20°C: 50 J/m with a tolerance of ±5 (ASTM D256), indicating good impact resistance under cold conditions.
Rockwell Hardness (R-B Scale): 75 with a tolerance of +10 (ASTM D785), measuring the material’s hardness.
 
Conclusion
Parslen ZR230C is engineered for high-performance applications requiring robust mechanical properties, especially in environments subjected to extreme temperatures and pressures. Its versatility in processing and end-use applications makes it a preferred choice for manufacturers looking for a reliable and durable polypropylene copolymer.