https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Polystrand Thermoplastic Composite Panel Application _ Install Guide.pdf
Hammerhead™ Composite Panels are made
from continuous glass-fiber reinforced
thermoplastic face sheets and polyester
foam cores.
USES & APPLICATIONS
FOAM CORE PANELS
Core Density
5 lb/ft3 8 lb/ft3
80 kg/m3 130 kg/m3
Panel Thickness
0.5 inch 0.75 inch 1.0 inch 0.5 inch 0.75 inch 1.0 inch
13mm 19mm 25mm 13mm 19mm 25mm
Facesheet Configuration 5848 Quad-Ply 5848 Quad-Ply
Property Test Method Unit
Areal
Weight Calculated
lb/ft2
kg/m2
0.83
4.05
0.93
4.54
1.04
5.08
0.96
4.69
1.13
5.52
1.31
6.40
Flexural
Strength
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
104
0.72
112
0.77
102
0.70
168
1.16
171
1.18
172
1.19
Flexural
Modulus
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
834,000
5,750
605,000
4,171
375,000
2,586
889,000
6,129
672,000
4,633
481,000
3,316
Flexural
Rigidity
ASTM
D7249
lb*in2
kN*mm2
33,000
95,000
64,000
183,000
100,000
286,000
42,000
120,000
71,000
203,000
126,000
361,000
TRUCK & RV
• Ceilings
• Cabinetry
• Load floors
• Sidewalls
• Aerodynamic
components
BUILDING &
CONSTRUCTION
• Modular panels for
temporary structures
• Garage & industrial
doors
• Walls & flooring
RAIL
• Doors
• Flooring
• Interior panels
MARINE
• Stringers
• Bulkheads
• Ceilings & decking
• Doors & cabinetry
HONEYCOMB CORE PANELS
Core Density
5 lb/ft3
80 kg/m3
Panel Thickness
0.5 inch 1.0 inch
13mm 25mm
Facesheet Configuration 6536 X-Ply 6536 Tri-Ply 6536 X-Ply 6536 Tri-Ply
Property Test Method Unit
Areal
Weight Calculated
lb/ft2
kg/m2
0.49
2.39
0.63
3.08
0.63
3.08
0.8
3.91
Flexural
Strength
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
33
0.23
82
0.57
46
0.32
97
0.67
Flexural
Modulus
ASTM
D7249
psi
MPa
418,000
2,882
693,000
4,778
265,000
1,827
368,000
2,537
Flexural
Rigidity
ASTM
D7249
lb*in2
kN*mm2
15,000
43,000
27,000
77,000
41,000
117,000
75,000
215,000
SUPPORT SPAN DEFLECTION
Meets performance required for marine applications
Predictive deflection in various load cases.
FASTENER
TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS FOAM
HONEY
COMB
Through-
bolting
Best
mechanical
locking
system
Need back side
access to panel ✓ ✓
Wide Grip
(Bulb-Style)
Rivet
Highest
pullout
strengths
Requires pilot hole ✓
Cup
Washer
Spreads
compressive
load
Requires relief hole;
for substructure
and hard point
attachment
✓ ✓
Wide Grip
(Bulb-Style)
Rivet
Ease of use—
no installation
torque
limitations
For lower
load attachments ✓
Sheet Metal
or
Wood Screw
Readily
available,
low cost
Penetrate both skins
for improved pullout ✓
Shoulder
Washer
Limits
compressive
load
Requires relief hole;
for substructure
and hard point
attachment
✓ ✓
FASTENER SELECTION
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Product Name
H15 H XF
V2 70
MF5200-5004
NHFR V2 HS
MF5200-5005
NHFR V2 RS H
MF5200-5006
NHFR V2 RS HS
H6 H XF
V0 70
H20 H XF
V0 T 70
H6 T/05 H XF
V0 70
H6 T/10 H XF
V0 70
H6 T/20 XF
V0 T 70
H6 GF/10 XF
V070
H8 GF/20 XF
V0 70
H12 GF/25 H
XF V0 70
H6 GF/30 XF
V0 70
PE H XF
V0 70
Polymer PP PE
Flammability V2 V2 V2 V2 V0 V0 V0 V0 V0 V0 V0 V0 V0 V0
UL Listed No No No No No No No No No No No No No Yes
Reinforcement Unfilled Unfilled Talc Talc Unfilled Unfilled Talc Talc Talc Glass Filled Glass Filled Glass Filled Glass Filled Unfilled
Density (g/cm3) 1.03 0.9 0.98 1.05 1.07 1.06 1.08 1.15 1.16 1.11 1.25 1.32 1.35 1
MFI,
230°C/2.16 kg
13 20 23 20 5.5 20 6 6 6 6 7 12 5.5
E-Modulus (Tensile
Modulus - Mpa)
1900 1500 2400 2600 2500 2500 2500 3000 3000 4300 6500 7500 8250 2000
Tensile Strength
(Mpa)
25 30 32 30 26 20 26 25 23 55 70 75 78 20
Elongation (%)
We also provide options for custom
formulations using recycled polypropylene (PP) and
polyethylene (PE).
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Mevopur Healthcare Functional Additives Medical Devices Application Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified sites,
providing global consistency and increased
security of supply
• Documented change control beyond CAS
number reducing risk of change
• Non-phthalate and formulated without animal-
derived substances
• Available for use in a wide range of polymers
including polyolefins, styrenics, polycarbonate
and alloys, polyester, POM
• Functionality can be combined with colorants
into convenient combination concentrates and
ready-to-use formulations
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Raw materials tested to:
- ISO 10993-1 and USP biological
evaluation
- European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5
(polyolefin)
- USP (polyethylene)
- ICH Q3D elemental impurities
• Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or
Device Master File
• Food contact established with FDA/EU*
APPLICATION BULLETIN
* FDA/EU compliance information available upon request
FUNCTIONALITY TARGET APPLICATIONS
DRUG
DELIVERY
DEVICES
SYRINGES &
NEEDLES DIAGNOSTICS CATHETERS
Clarifying PP
Sorbitol-free for transparent
applications with reduced migration
and improved thermal stability
Lubricant—
permanent/
non-migrating
Fast acting reduction in friction
for wide variety of polymers such
as PP, ABS, POM, PC
Protection from
UV in transparent
applications for PP,
PE, PETG, COP
UV blocking in 290-450nm with
no impact on clarity; can be
combined with colors (e.g., amber)
Antistatic ready-to-
use solution for PP,
ABS, PC/ABS
Permanent/non-migrating;
fast decay time independent
of % relative humidity
Gamma/e-beam
sterilization
protection of the
polymer
Preserving the properties of
PP and COC/COP; reduction
in yellowing using Color
Compensation Technology (CCT)
Reduced material
consumption/cycle
time—nucleation
Fast acting new generation
nucleant for PE and PP; improved
thermal and mechanical properties
allows wall thinning; reduction of
tolerance/dimensional problems
between different colors
Laser marking
replacing ink
printing/labels
Solvent-free, high-speed
identification for Nd/YAG laser
for PE,PP, ABS, PC, POM
Antioxidants for
PE, PP, TPE
Thermal protection during
converting/downstream sterilization
Brand protection/
anticounterfeit
Covert and non-covert systems
Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Mevopur Colors for Ophthalmic Closures Application Bulletin_A4.pdf
This portfolio is based on a PE carrier, but can be
provided in a PP carrier on request.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified
manufacturing sites, providing global
consistency and increased security of supply
• Documented change control beyond CAS
number, reducing risk of change
• Non-phthalate and formulated without animal-
derived substances
• Standard concentrates in a PE carrier and
on request in PP
• Pre-colored formulations can be supplied in
specific resins selected for the application
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Raw materials tested to:
- ISO 10993-1 and USP biological
evaluation
- European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5
(polyolefin)
- USP (polyethylene)
- ICH Q3D elemental impurities
• Registered Drug Master File (Type III)
• Food contact established with FDA/EU*
APPLICATION BULLETIN
DRUG TYPE COLOR DESCRIPTION
PANTONE
REFERENCE
AVIENT PRODUCT
CODE PE BASED
Adrenergic agonist
combinations
Light Green 373 C PE6M176349
Adrenergic agonists Purple 2583 C PE4M176057
Anti-infectives Tan 467 C PE8M176130
Anti-inflammatory,
nonsteroidal
Grey Cool Grey 4 C PE7M176184
Anti-inflammatory,
steroids
Pink 197 C PE3M176237
Anti-inflammatory,
immunomodulators
Olive Green 5763 C On request
Beta-blockers Yellow Yellow C PE1M176160
Beta-blocker combinations Dark Blue 281 C PE5M176272
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors Orange 1585 C PE2M176089
Cytotoxic Black 6 C PL9M176008
Miotics Dark Green 348 C PE6M176267
Mydriatics and cycloplegics Red 1797 C PE3M176236
Prostaglandin analogues Turquoise 326 C PE5M176273
Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.
For containers/bottles, Avient also offers Remafin™ EP White Colorants,
available in low density and high density PE and PP resins.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=3549
CORE(TM) F565D BLACK FOAM IDT
PE BLUE PAK 2758C
PE RED PAK 201C
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=2092
LX-TS-1000 FOAMING SYNTHETIC LATEX
COOL GREY 11 PE V1
COOL GREY 11 PE V2
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=6657
CORE(TM) PX-V-344B GREEN FOAM 3282C NP
BEIGE BATHENE PE-20331
PE YELLOW 3945C
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=2656
PG 99713.00 BU PE
PG 64949.13 PEARL WT PE SL
P1) POLY 50430XS NEUTRAL URE RIGID FOAM
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=6673
PS GREEN FOAM BOARD 331UP
PE OFF WHITE BINS
PE RICH GOLD MET 16-0836
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=1038
PG 34523 RD PE AS
STYLING NATURAL PE CD4778
V1753 BLACK NO LEAD FOAM