Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

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Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

PVC is a durable and chemically stable plastic used in a wide variety of rigid and flexible forms. It can be formulated with additives for flame resistance, UV protection, and flexibility. Rigid PVC is often used in piping, while flexible PVC is found in tubing, flooring, and electrical cable insulation. It's known for its toughness, costeffectiveness, and resistance to weathering.

  • High chemical and weather resistance
  • Naturally flame-retardant
  • Available in rigid and flexible forms
  • Long-lasting in harsh conditions

• Pipes and fittings • Electrical insulation • Vinyl flooring and windows • Medical tubing and blood bags

Product Property & Details

Property Details
Types Available: Rigid (uPVC), Flexible
Density: 1.3 – 1.45 g/cm³
Hardness: Shore D: 70 – 90
Impact Strength: Good (Notched Izod: ~1.0 – 5.0 ft-lb/in)
Thermal Conductivity: 0.16 – 0.25 W/m·K
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 50 – 80 ×10⁻⁶ /°C
Glass Transition Temperature: 80°C
Melting Point: Softens at 75 – 105°C
Dielectric Strength: 40 – 80 kV/mm
Flammability Rating: UL 94 V-0 (self-extinguishing)
UV Resistance: Excellent with stabilizers
Weatherability: High (with additives)
Moisture Absorption: ~0.04%
Creep Resistance: Good
Chemical Resistance: Excellent to acids, bases, salts; poor to solvents
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