Teknor Apex revealed a new NSF 61-listed, flame-retardant rigid PVC compound makes possible high-speed, multi-cavity, and large-part injection moulding of plumbing and drainage components. The vinyl division of Teknor Apex is a leading manufacturer of compounds based on PVC, including Apex flexible and rigid vinyl, Flexalloy vinyl elastomers, and Fireguard low-flame, low-smoke compounds for wire and cable.
Apex RM 8201 vinyl has UL 94 flame ratings of V-0 and 5VA, and provides the excellent tensile and impact properties valued for fittings, valves, flanges, and other parts. The compound exhibits the superior thermal stability required in hot runner moulding and in reprocessing of scrap, according to Michael J. Renzi, business development manager for the Vinyl Division of Teknor Apex.
“The combination of flame, mechanical and processing properties available with Apex RM 8201 makes this compound a fully practical alternative to premier NSF 61 high-flow PVC moulding products currently in the market”, said Renzi. “Because of the versatility and high performance level of this compound, we see it as single-source rigid PVC for a wide range of moulding applications.