Plastic Injection Molding: Drying Temperatures |
MaterialTemperatureDrying Time*QUICKSTART*(check material moisture)Nylon 190-220F 2-4 hours 1.5 hours Polycarbonate 240-280F |
4-8 hours 2.5 hours Talc-filled Polypro 150-180F 2-4 hours 1.5 hours Acrylic 180-220F 2-4 hours 1.5 hours Polyethylene none/150F none/1 hour Polystyrene/HIPS none/150F none/1-2 hours PEEK 300F 4-6 hours 2.5 hours Acetyl none/150F 1-2 hours PVC-Flexible none none PVC-Ridgid none none Noryl 200F 2-4 hours 2.5 hours Santoprene none/150F 1 hour Nylon-glass filled 200F 2-4 hours 2.5 hours ABS-Polycarb 200-240F 2-4 hours 1.5 hours ABS 180-210F 2-4 hours 1.5 hours Polypropylene none none |
Moisture checks are a common and useful tool in determining root cause for process failures.Splay, sticking parts and part failures can have a direct relationship to moisture. Many headaches of splay and downtime can be avoided simply by testing materials for moisture content. |
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The following chart offers drying temperature and times for base resins: They are intended for quick reference use only... We recommend IDES.com for detailed information regarding extruded plastic injection materials and colorants. You may also refer to the manufacturer's MSDS for brand-specific information. Refer to IDES.com for specific MSDS data...Click Here to go back to plastic411 HOMEPAGE |