PP Z30S is a premium polypropylene homopolymer known for its high melt flow characteristics, making it exceptionally suitable for the production of low denier fibers. Designed for use at medium to high spinning speeds, PP Z30S offers manufacturers the flexibility to produce a variety of textile products with enhanced toughness and resilience. Its superior homogeneity ensures stable extrusion and excellent processability on diverse spinning lines.
Key Features
- High Melt Flow Rate: PP Z30S boasts a melt flow rate of 25 dg/min at 230°C under a 2.16 kg load (ISO 1133), facilitating smooth and efficient fiber production.
- Enhanced Homogeneity: Ensures consistent performance across both short and long spinning lines, reducing defects and improving yield.
- High Stretch Ratio: Allows for the production of fibers that are both tough and resilient, suitable for demanding applications.
- Excellent Processability: Optimized for medium to high-speed spinning, PP Z30S supports efficient manufacturing processes without compromising on quality.
Applications
PP Z30S is versatile and widely used in the production of:
- Bulked Continuous Filament: Ideal for carpet face yarns that require high durability and aesthetic appeal.
- High Tenacity Continuous Filament: Perfect for creating straps for backpacks, big bag handles, and safety belts, offering exceptional strength and durability.
- Medium Tenacity Continuous Filament: Suitable for textiles in upholstery, sportswear, and heavy-duty clothing that demand medium strength and flexibility.
- Low Denier Staple Fibers: Excellent for thermobonding processes, providing fibers that contribute to soft, strong, and durable end products.
Physical Properties
- Density: 0.9 g/cm³ (ISO 1183), offering a good balance of strength and flexibility.
- Flexural Modulus: 1550 N/mm² (ISO 178), indicative of the material's stiffness and ability to resist deformation.
- Thermal Properties: Features a Vicat softening point of 155°C (ISO 306/A) and a heat deflection temperature of 118°C (ISO 75/B), confirming its suitability for various thermal environments.
Additional Benefits
- UV Stabilization: Though typically not added, UV stabilizers can be incorporated upon request to enhance resistance to ultraviolet degradation, making PP Z30S suitable for outdoor applications.
- Safety and Compliance: Complies with relevant health and safety regulations, ensuring that PP Z30S is safe for use in food contact and other sensitive applications.
Conclusion
PP Z30S is a high-performance polypropylene homopolymer that stands out in the fiber production industry for its excellent mechanical properties and adaptability to high-speed manufacturing processes. It is the material of choice for manufacturers seeking reliability and quality in their fiber products, capable of meeting diverse application needs from carpets to industrial textiles.
PP Z30S
- Bulked Continuous Filament
- High Tenacity Continuous Filament
- Medium Tenacity Continuous Filament
- Low Denier Staple Fibers