PLA Properties Get a Boost

摘要

Teknor Apex Co., Pawtucket, R.I. (teknompex. com), is also beefing up the properties of PLA-based compounds. Its new Terraloy BP-34001 series is compounded to provide up to twice the HDT and up to six times the impact strength of standard PLA. Previously, it was possible to enhance either the HDT or toughness of PLA, but not both, according to Teknor. A typical grade has a HDT of 112 C/233 F and Izod impact strength of 135 J/m (2.5 ft-lb/in.).