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A-863
Transparent impact modifier granule for PC evaluation
A transparent granule listed for PC projects that need higher flexibility, impact response, toughness and intrinsic viscosity while retaining the original clarity.
25 kg paper-poly pouch
TDS-derived technical profile
Key values listed for A-863
The following technical values are taken from the current TDS to support grade selection and initial formulation work.
| Property | Listed value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.2 g/cm³ | — |
| MFI | 10 g/10 min | — |
| Molecular weight | >500,000 | — |
| Notched Izod impact strength | 123 J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Tensile strength | 120 MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Bending strength | 87 MPa | ASTM D790 |
| Elongation at break | 68% | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural modulus | 2,280 MPa | ASTM D790 |
| Light transmittance | 89% | ASTM D1003 |
| Ash | <0.1% | — |
| Moisture | <0.1% | — |
What this grade is positioned to support
- PC impact and toughness evaluation
- Clarity-conscious formulation comparison
- Controlled small-batch processing trial
How to prepare the first evaluation
- 01
Blend the grade with PC resin for 5–8 minutes before processing.
- 02
Keep the base resin, thickness and processing conditions consistent between comparison samples.
- 03
Evaluate the stabilized molded result after at least 24 hours.
Why this model is a separate evaluation route
A-863 is the PC-specific transparent route in this batch. Its TDS combines 123 J/m notched Izod impact strength with 89% light transmittance, while the haze row contains no numerical value.
What the source document does not establish
- Use A-863 for PC evaluation; the source TDS does not extend this grade to SAN, AS, PMMA, PET or PP.
- Do not publish a haze claim for A-863 because the source table leaves that value blank.
- Keep resin, drying, specimen geometry and processing conditions matched, then compare the result after at least 24 hours.
Technical documentation
Request current TDS Current TDS and application guidance
Source file: a-863-tds.pdf. Optical and mechanical results depend on the base resin, dosage, thickness and processing conditions. Confirm the current specification before scale-up.