FILCO® PU 103, a polyurethane resin in milky liquid form, boasts stability across a wide pH range and showcases a narrow particle size distribution, ensuring consistency in its applications. Its high mechanical shear stability in diluted emulsion makes it suitable for use as a film in glass fiber sizes. Specifically designed for chopped strands for thermoplastic matrices, particularly polyamides, it enhances the properties required for these materials' reinforcement and compatibility.

Functions: Film Former

Chemical Family: Polyurethanes (PU)

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyamides

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

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FILCO® PU 103 is a polyurethane resin in non-ionic water emulsion

  • Hydrolysis and sedimentation stability in wide pH range
  • Narrow particle size distribution
  • High mechanical shear stability of the diluted emulsion

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Compatible Reinforcements
Product Applications

FILCO® PU 103 can be usedas film former for glass fiber sizes for chopped strand for thermoplastic matrices, in particolar polyamides

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Milky liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Solid Content42 - 46%MA145LFE
pH6.5 - 8.5-MA148LFE
Particle Size Distribution
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Average Particle Size200 - 800nmMA147LFE

Packaging & Availability

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Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information

FILCO® PU 103 is supplied in steel drums with polyethylene liner, net weight 200 kg

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
6 months
Storage and Shelf Life Conditions

FILCO® PU 103 should be stored at temperatures between 5° C and 30°C. Maximum suggested storage time is 6 months from production. After that date the product must be rechecked. During storge a slight settlement can take place, wich can easily be eliminated by careful stirring.