The GE Plastics LEXAN 500R datasheet provides physical, mechanical, thermal, electrical and fire performance specifications for the 10% glass‑fiber…
This datasheet describes the properties of LEXAN 500R, a high‑impact, glass‑fiber reinforced polycarbonate produced by GE Plastics. It includes detailed performance data such as tensile strength, modulus, hardness, density, and heat deflection temperature.
Processing guidelines, electrical characteristics, and fire safety ratings are also listed, helping engineers select the material for industrial applications that require high strength and heat resistance. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Tensile strength (yield) | 9600 psi |
|---|---|
| Modulus | 500000 psi |
| Rockwell hardness | M 85 |
| Density | 0.0451 lb/in³ |
| Heat deflection temperature (annealed) | 295 °F |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 1 × 10⁻⁵ in/in°F |
| Specific gravity | 1.27 |
The recommended melt temperature is 590‑630 °F, injection temperature 580‑620 °F, with subsequent zone temperatures of 590‑630 °F, 570‑610 °F, and 550‑590 °F.
The heat deflection temperature is 295 °F when annealed and 288 °F when un‑annealed.
The material has a density of 0.0451 lb/in³.