https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/Artisan Pre-colored Thermoplastics Technical Bulletin.pdf
Artisan™ Pre-Colored Thermoplastics mimic the
vibrant, high-gloss appearance of paint, while
offering premium UV stability, minimized scratch
appearance, and inherent corrosion resistance.
TECHNICAL BULLETIN
Characteristics
Artisan™
Nylon
Solution
Painted
Metal
Painted
Plastic
Traditional
Molded-in
Color
Impact
Modified
Nylon
PA
Ionomer
Alloy
Aesthetic Very Good Excellent Excellent Good Very Good Very Good
Scratch Appearance Excellent Poor Poor Good Excellent Excellent
Scratch & Mar
Resistance Very Good Excellent Excellent Poor Very Good Excellent
Color Customization Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Good Good
Stress Whitening Excellent Fair Fair Poor Excellent Excellent
Weatherability Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Good Very Good
Temperature
Performance Good Excellent Fair Fair Fair Good
Corrosion Resistance Excellent Fair Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Processability One Step Multi Step Multi Step One Step One Step Complex
One Step
Total Production Cost $$$ $$$$$ $$$$ $$ $$$ $$$$
Order Quantity
Restrictions Some Some Some None More More
COMPARISON OF NYLON, METAL, AND PLASTIC
Properties Test Method Artisan™ AR6000-0007 HI UV*
Gloss Level** Gloss reading at 60 degrees 80-93
Molding Shrinkage – Across Flow ASTM D955 0.009 to 0.013 in/in
Tensile Strength (Yield) ASTM D638 7300 psi
Tensile Strength (Break) ASTM D638 5300 psi
Tensile Elongation (Yield) ASTM D638 6.0%
Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 270500 psi
Flexural Strength (Yield) ASTM D790 9950 psi
Notched Izod Impact ASTM D256 -4°F (-20°C) 5 ft-lb/in
73°F (23°C) 11 ft-lb/in
Unnotched Izod Impact ASTM D256 -4°F (-20°C) 29 ft-lb/in
73°F (23°C) 30 ft-lb/in
Color & Aesthetics*** Green, medium blue, dark blue, red, orange, white, gray, black
Color customization available based on specific needs
KEY PROPERTIES
Features: high-gloss finish, UV stability, scratch resistance, chemical/corrosion resistance,
cold temperature impact resistance, heat resistance
* Reflects average of several colors, properties shift slightly depending on color
** Gloss level varies based on tooling temperature
*** UV data available upon request
Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/versaflex-non-blooming-solution-technical-bulletin.pdf
These new materials integrate excellent
aesthetics and functionality, including UV and
stain resistance, without sacrificing mechanical
properties.
UV Resistance Test - 0.68W/m2 @ 45°C expose
168 hours
Anti-abrasion Test - H18 wheel load 1kg @
500 cycles
Surface/Non-blooming - Visual observation
Touch Feel - Hand touch
Mechanical Properties - Refer to hardness, gravity,
tensile strength, elongation, MFI, and flexural
modulus, which are tested using ASTM methods
Processing - Demold speed & cycle time
TEST RESULTS
Comprehensively, the Versaflex CE 3130
non-blooming series performed better than
competitive materials in balancing functional
properties and processing.
Stain Resistance
Scratch Resistance
Surface Aesthetics
Touch Feel
Mechanical Properties
Processing
Non-blooming
Anti-UV
— TPU — Vulcanized
Silicone
— Versaflex
CE 3130-80N
— Versaflex
CE 3130-70N
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-carbon-fiber.pdf
Key Features
• High Strength & Modulus
• Corrosion resistant
• Electrical & thermal conductor
• Flame Resistant
• UV Inert
• X-Ray Permeable
• Excellent EMI
(Electromagnetic Interference)
Disadvantages
• Susceptible to filamentation
• Conductivity may be a hindrance to some
processing
• Susceptible to galvanic corrosion
• Poor abrasion resistance (untreated)
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
CARBON FIBER
• Coating
• Twisting
• Extrusion
• Pultrusion
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® CARBON FIBER PRODUCTS
• Strength Members
• Packing Yarn
• Belt & Hose Reinforcement Yarn
• Synthetic Wire Rope
WHY CARBON FIBER?
°C Various
Abrasion
Yarn on Yarn
Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV)
Flame
(Acid)
(Alkali)
(Organic Solvent)
O X P P P P P
This data is provided for informational purposes only, and does not constitute a specification.
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-extrusion.pdf
Overview
• FIBER-LINE® extrusion is the process of
forming a polymer jacket of various thickness
around a core of high-performance fibers
• Fiber core can be parallel, twisted, or in
rope form
• Polymer jacket selected to optimize flex,
chemical, temperature, & UV resistance
Key Features
• .50mm – 30.00mm size capability
• Protect the core from mechanical,
environmental, and chemical damage
• Extend life of cable or strength member
• Enhance flame & chemical resistance
• Improve UV resistance
• Many polymers available
FIBER-LINE® FIBERS SUITABLE
FOR EXTRUSION
• Kevlar® Para-Aramid
• Vectran® LCP
• Zylon® PBO
• Technora®
• Carbon Fiber
• Fiberglass
FIBER-LINE® PRODUCTS
ADDED BY EXTRUSION
• Strength members
• Tracer-wire
• Micro-cable
• Ruggedized cable
Our Polymer Offering
• EPC
• ETFE
• FEP
• Hytrel
• PFA
• Polyethylene
• Polypropylene
• Polyurethane
• PVC
• PVDF
EXTRUSION FIBERS PROCESSES PRODUCTS
This data is provided for informational purposes only, and does not constitute a specification.
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-06/EZR Gun Grip Case Study.pdf
These materials
can also deteriorate with ultraviolet (UV) and chemical
exposure from sunlight and cleaning.
EZR Sport wanted a flexible foam grip that could be
chemically resistant to gun oil and diethyltoluamide
or DEET (the most common active chemical ingredient
in insect repellents), UV resistant for longer-lasting
aesthetics, and compliant with California’s Proposition
65 law (requiring businesses to provide warnings to
Californians about significant exposures to chemicals
that cause cancer, congenital disabilities or other
reproductive harm).
This technology also helps achieve
superior grip properties, improving haptics for a
better sense of touch and feel while remaining UV-
resistant, chemical resistant to DEET and oils, and
bio-compatible.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.a4.datasheet-technora.pdf
Key Features
• High tenacity & modulus
• Excellent abrasion & fatigue resistance
• Excellent chemical & steam resistance
• Very low creep
• High thermal stability
• Lower moisture regain than
other para-aramids
Disadvantages
• Lower modulus compared to carbon and
high modulus para-aramids
• Poor UV resistance
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
TECHNORA®
• Coating
• Twisting
• Polymer Jacket Extrusion
• Stranding
• Overbraiding
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® TECHNORA® PRODUCTS
• Ripcords
• Strength Members
• Industrial Fabric Yarn
• Wire Harness Yarn
• Drive Belt & Hose Reinforcement
• Synthetic Wire Rope
WHY TECHNORA®?
Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV)
Flame
(Acid
(Alkali)
(Organic Solvent)
Strength
Retention
(H2O)
P X P P P P P
Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 28
Specific Gravity Ratio 1.39
Elongation @ Break % 4.6
Tensile Modulus g/d 590
Moisture Regain* % 2.0
Creep** % < 1.5
Shrinkage*** % < 0.1
Melt Point °C N/A
Decomposition Temp.
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-vectranr-lcp.pdf
Key Features
• High strength to weight ratio
• Good creep resistance
• High abrasion resistance
• Excellent flex fatigue properties
• Minimal moisture absorption
• Excellent chemical resistance
Disadvantages
• Vectran® suffers from UV degradation, which
causes strength loss and discoloration
• Hair-like filaments tend to fray
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
VECTRAN® LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER
• Coating
• Twisting
• Extrusion
• Pultrusion
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® VECTRAN® PRODUCTS
• Strength Members
• Ripcords
• Belt & Hose Reinforcement Yarn
• Industrial Fabric Yarn
• Synthetic Wire Rope
Abrasion
Yarn on Yarn
Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV)
Flame
(Acid)
(Alkali)
(Organic Solvent)
P P X P P P P
Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 23.0
Specific Gravity Ratio 1.40
Elongation @ Break % 3.8
Tensile Modulus g/d 600
Moisture Regain* %
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-uhmwpe.pdf
Key Features
• Excellent strength to weight ratio
• High abrasion resistance
• UV Stable
• Chemically inert except
for strong oxidizing acids
• Resistant to fatigue & internal friction
Disadvantages
• Poor temperature resistance
• Susceptible to creep
• Flammable
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
UHMWPE
• Coating
• Twisting
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® UHMWPE PRODUCTS
• Strength Members
• Industrial Fabric Yarn
• Synthetic Wire Rope
• Windshield Removal Cord
Abrasion
Yarn on Yarn
Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV)
Flame
(Acid)
(Alkali)
(Organic Solvent)
P P P X P P P
Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 28.0
Specific Gravity Ratio 0.97
Elongation @ Break % 3.6
Tensile Modulus g/d 850
Moisture Regain* %
They also add important characteristics, such as
SWELLCOAT® water-blocking, water repellence, adhe-
sion, color, and wear and UV-resistance to these and
many other applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Mevopur Healthcare Functional Additives Medical Devices Application Bulletin.pdf
The portfolio includes formulations
for UV protection, friction reduction, protection
against oxidation, improved clarity, gamma/e-beam
sterilization protection, reduction of static electricity
buildup, laser marking/welding, and more.
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 Healthcare Functional Additives Pharma Pkg Application Bulletin.pdf
The portfolio includes
formulations for UV protection, slip/torque
reduction, protection against oxidation,
improved clarity, gamma/e-beam sterilization
protection, and more.
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 or
formulations
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Pre-tested raw materials:
- 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
* FDA/EU compliance information available upon request
FUNCTIONALITY TARGET APPLICATIONS EBM/IBM
CONTAINERS CLOSURES FILM COMBINATION
DEVICES
Clarifying PP Sorbitol-free—possibilities in
packaging ocular solutions
Slip/torque reduction Slip for PE, PP films, processing aid,
torque reduction for closures
Protection from UV in
transparent packaging
for PP, PE, PETG, COP
UV blocking in 290–450nm with
no impact on clarity
Antistatic ready-to-use
solution for PE films e.g.