New generation of High Productivity Plus products from BASF

Shorter Cycle Times and Lower Energy Consumption

Energy consumption is an increasingly important aspect that needs to be considered from both an economic and an environmental perspective. The cycle time of the injection moulding process plays a significant role in achieving the highlighted properties. BASF has developed Ultramid^® (PA6GF30, PA6GF35) and Ultradur^® (PBT) HPP for this purpose, which lead to a significant reduction in cycle time and process energy consumption. Initial tests show a potential reduction in cycle time of up to 30 %. 

Ultramid^® HPP (PA6GF30, PA6GF35) and Ultradur^® HPP (PBT) – a new generation of engineering plastics with unrivalled higher performance

Ultramid^® HPP(PA6GF30, PA6GF35) – Properties

Ultramid^® HPP(PA6GF30, PA6GF35) is a highly durable thermoplastic, which exhibits excellent flowability, faster crystallisation and the ability to be processed at lower melt temperatures, making it an ideal choice for manufacturers and product designers who demand the best in terms of processing speed and performance.

The fact that Ultramid^® can be processed at lower melt temperatures makes it a more sustainable choice. In addition, this thermoplastic requires lower injection pressure, reducing equipment wear and extending the service life of moulds and other components. 

With its CTI rating of 600 (also for black), Ultramid^® is suitable for use in a wide range of electrical and electronic applications. It also offers excellent laser marking capabilities at a wavelength of 1 064 nm.

Comparison of materials from two different grades of Ultramid®. At a temperature of 250 °C, there is a significant increase in the flow length of the new Ultramid®  HPP grade compared with the Ultramid® EQ grade.

Ultradur^® HPP(PBT) – Properties

Ultradur^® HPP (PBT) is an easy-flowing injection moulding grade with varying glass fibre content for industrial parts with high requirements for dimensional stability, such as vehicle interior applications, plug connectors and housings.

When measuring the polymer's resistance to deformation under a given load at elevated temperature, Ultradur^® HPP (PBT) exhibits very high HDT (heat deflection temperature) values.

A complete set of mould flow data is available to manufacturers, helping to ensure optimal performance and efficiency throughout the entire production process.