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BMC 685

Generic Family: Polyester, ThermosetSupplied by: LyondellBasell Industries
BMC 685 molding compound is a mineral filled, glass fiber reinforced polyester compound suitable for compression, transfer and stuffer injection molding. It is characterized by good moldability, oil and solvent resistance and creep resistance at elevated temperatures. Typical applications include replacements for die castings and sheet molding compounds, valve covers, intake manifolds, oil pans and circuit breakers.

BMC 685 molding compound is produced in extruded form in a range of industrial colors. It is available in logs up to 12 inches in length or as precut slugs, of specific weight, in diameters 1 in to 2.5 in. Within this range, smaller diameters are supplied as multiple extrusions and weight tolerances are plus or minus 5 %, up to a maximum of plus or minus 15 grams.
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Material Status
Commercial: Active
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Availability
North America
Uses
Automotive Applications
Processing Method
Compression Molding
Other Properties
Filler / Reinforcement, Features, Appearance, Forms, Density / Specific Gravity, Water Absorption @ 24 hrs, Tensile Strength, Flexural Strength, Compressive Strength, Notched Izod Impact, Barcol Hardness, DTUL (264 psi) - Unannealed, Dielectric Strength, Arc Resistance, Comparative Tracking Index (CTI), Flame Rating
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