Description
The Petrothene GA501 series of resins is pelletized linear low density polyethylene selected by customers for film extrusion applications that require excellent drawdown and toughness. These resins have excellent puncture resistance, elongation and heat seal strength. Typical applications include heavy duty shipping sacks, trash can liners, commercial and industrial packaging, as well as food and consumer packaging. GA501 is available without additives or fully formulated with slip and antiblock additives.
Availability
North America
Typical Properties
Melt Flow Rate (190 °C/2.16 kg)
1.0 g/10 min
Base Resin Density (23 °C)
0.918 g/cm³
Product Density (23 °C)
0.922 g/cm³
Dart Drop Impact Strength, F50
100 g
Tensile Strength at Break MD
45.5 MPa
Tensile Strength at Break MD
6600 psi
Tensile Strength at Break TD
32.4 MPa
Tensile Strength at Break TD
4700 psi
Tensile Elongation at Break MD
580 %
Tensile Elongation at Break TD
725 %
1% Secant Modulus MD
186 MPa
1% Secant Modulus MD
27000 psi
1% Secant Modulus TD
193 MPa
1% Secant Modulus TD
28000 psi
Elmendorf Tear Strength MD
125 g
Elmendorf Tear Strength TD
330 g
Vicat Softening Point
107 °C
Vicat Softening Point
225 °F
Slip
900 ppm
Antiblock
5500 ppm
Polymer Processing Aid
None ppm