Dowlex 2388
About this Product
DOWLEX 2388 Polyethylene Resin is an ethylene/octene-1 copolymer produced in the proprietary solution process of The Dow Chemical Company. It has a unique molecular structure with a controlled side chain distribution, which provides excellent stress crack resistance properties combined with outstanding Long Term Hydrostatic Strength.
Applications:
Pipes for hot and cold water systems, e.g.:
- Hot / cold drinking water distribution
- Radiator connections
- Heating / cooling applications
- Mono- and multi-layer pipe
- Industrial applications.
Main Characteristics:
- Suitable for elevated temperatures without crosslinking
- Outstanding taste and odor performance
- Excellent processability.
Processing Recommendations:
DOWLEX 2388 Polyethylene Resin is easy to process on traditional PE processing equipment. Typical extrusion temperatures for processing range from 190 to 230 deg C. For further information see our Extrusion Guideline.
Complies with:
- EU, No 10/2011
- U.S. FDA 21 CFR 177.1520
Consult the regulations for complete details.
ESCR (Stress Crack Resist.), Good
Food Contact Acceptable
Octene Comonomer
Toughness, High
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Specifications
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