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Cesa Laser Marking Additives can be used with thermoplastics commonly used in vehicles including: • PP • PC/ABS • Polyamide • Polyacetal (POM) WHY SELECT LASER MARKING?

KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available for polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS, polycarbonate and styrenics • Bio-content of resin carrier varies from 70% to 100% depending on polymer—calculated to ASTM D6866 standard • Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified sites, providing global consistency and security of supply • Documented change control beyond CAS number, reducing risk of change • Drop-in solutions that can be processed like fossil-based grades on common injection molding and extrusion machines • Can be provided as ready-to-use pre-colored or additive formulation REGULATORY SUPPORT • Raw materials tested to: - ISO 10993-1 - USP and (incl. class VI) - European Pharmacopeia, monograph 3.1.3/ 3.1.5 (polyolefin packaging materials) - USP (polyethylene) - Elemental impurities as per ICH Q3D • Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or Device Master File • Food contact according to US FDA and APPLICATION BULLETIN Sustainability Spotlight Bio-polymers Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.

APPLICATION BULLETIN PRODUCT NAME SUITABLE FOR APPLICATION LDR Cesa™ Stat OCA0025695 PP Permanent reduction of dust attraction in interior From 5% Cesa™ Stat OCA0025609 PC/ABS, PA6, PC/ASA Permanent reduction of dust attraction in interior From 8% Cesa™ Stat OCA0025603 LDPE, TPE Permanent reduction of dust attraction in interior From 7% The graph shows the measurement of the charge decay time at 23°C/50% r.H. on 80x80x2mm IM plaques.

To meet the manufacturer’s goals for the mouse grip, a clear TPE overmolding material, GLS Versaflex™, was formulated for improved ergonomics and comfort, strong chemical resistance, and excellent bonding to the ABS substrate.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS The primary features and benefits of Gravi-Tech formulations are: • Customized density, offering a wide range of specific gravities from 1.2 to 11 gm/cm3 • Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very rigid grades • Corrosion resistance, withstanding oxidation for long-term use and benefit • Chemical resistance, withstanding fuels, oils and other harsh chemicals • Metallization and electroplating, delivering the look and feel of metal Additional features include: • Design flexibility and processing ease • Good impact strength • Elevated heat deflection temperature PRODUCT BULLETIN TARGET MARKET AND APPLICATIONS Gravi-Tech composites are an excellent choice for applications in a full range of markets, including: Consumer Luxury packaging, golf clubs, fishing tackle, casino/gaming chips, exercise weights, hunting supplies, cutlery, appliances and hunting ammunition Healthcare X-ray shielding, nuclear medicine transport containers, and laboratory furniture and equipment Industrial Ammunition, reactor shielding, vibration and acoustical damping, military/tactical equipment, airport x-ray shielding, various food ware, building and construction equipment, inertial weighting, and underwater cable weighting Base Resin Specific Gravities Nylon 6 2.3, 2.7, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6 TPE 2.6, 3.9 TPU 2.6, 3, 4.5, 7.5, 9 PP 1.15–4 ABS 1.2–3 PPS 4 Nylon 12 4, 6.9, 11 TECHNICAL PROPERTIES Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.

Both TPEs and LSR can be used to add a soft grip on top of a hard substrate. CHECK OUT THIS BEGINNERS GUIDE TO TPES https://www.avient.com/idea/video-advances-overmolding https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/tpe-knowledge-center/beginners-guide Pr od uc t P er fo rm an ce Market Pricing ($/lb.) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UV_degradation Biocompatibility LSR has a long-standing track record of use in the medical industry.

Figure 12: Duration of use BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2021 22:186. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-021-04054-6 Figure 11: Duration of use Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 47 2 (2015): 154-60. https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-1897 https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-021-04054-6 https://doi.org/10.2340/16501977-1897 https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Hand-grip-fatigability-in-persons-with-multiple-to-Severijns-Lamers/834a2a4e4665c6e9f3d7513507807314d0214828 Ergonomic Grip Design Guide 11 Pre-production validation of the conceptual design is paramount in reducing the overall risk of the program. PART MODEL (GEOMETRY AND MESH) MATERIAL MODEL Steel hammer shaft Polymer hammer shaft Wood hammer shaft Figure 19: Material data Inputs * http://www.scielo.org.mx/pdf/remcf/v9n48/2007-1132-remcf-9-48-181-en.pdf ** https://www.westsystem.com/products/compare-epoxy-physical-properties/ http://www.scielo.org.mx/pdf/remcf/v9n48/2007-1132-remcf-9-48-181-en.pdf https://www.westsystem.com/products/compare-epoxy-physical-properties/ Ergonomic Grip Design Guide 19 After setting up the part and material models, the team determined applicable physics for the study. Figure 27: Mold flow fill analysis https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/tpe-knowledge-center HOW AVIENT CAN HELP We can help you improve the ergonomic properties of your handheld device to achieve greater usability, comfort, safety and satisfaction.

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