JAC04 is a carbon black-filled (2.5%) LLDPE compound optimized for cable jacketing applications.
Its high melting temperature, excellent petroleum-jelly resistance, and low moisture permeability ensure long-term cable durability under demanding environments.
The compound provides a smooth extrusion surface, broad processing window, and superior mechanical flexibility.
Complies with: ASTM D1248 Type 2, Class C, Category 4, Grade J3,
E5 IEC 60502 ST7 | EN 50290-2-23
Key Features
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Excellent weathering and UV resistance (2.5% carbon black)
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Good petroleum-jelly and oil resistance
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Low water permeability
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Superior ESCR (Environmental Stress Crack Resistance > 5000 h)
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High tensile and elongation properties
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Wide extrusion temperature range (140–230 °C)
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Non-hazardous material
Technical Specifications
| Property | Typical Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Density | 0.935 ± 0.005 g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
| Melt Flow Index (190 °C / 2.16 kg) | ≤ 1.0 g/10 min | ASTM D1238 |
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 20 N/mm² | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation at Break | ≥ 800 % | ASTM D638 |
| Elongation after Ageing (240 h / 110 °C) | ≥ 300 % | ASTM D638 |
| ESCR (Condition A, 50 °C, 10% Igepal) | > 5000 h | ASTM D1693 |
| Hardness | 56 ± 2 Shore D | ASTM D2240 |
| Brittleness Temperature | < –70 °C | ASTM D746 |
| O.I.T. (200 °C) | > 100 min | ASTM D3895 |
| Carbon Black Content | 2.5 % | ASTM D1603 |
| Carbon Black Dispersion | ≤ 2 | ISO 18553 |
| Volume Resistivity | 10¹⁵ Ω·cm | IEC 60093 |
| Dielectric Strength (2 mm) | ≥ 20 kV/mm | IEC 60243 |
| Dielectric Constant (1 MHz) | ≤ 2.3 | ASTM D150 |
| Dissipation Factor (1 MHz) | ≤ 0.005 | ASTM D150 |
Processing Recommendations
Recommended extrusion temperature profile (°C): Zone 1 – 140–160 | Zone 2 – 150–170 | Zone 3 – 160–180 | Zone 4 – 170–190 | Head – 200–220 | Die – 210–230
Preheating/drying max 80 °C.
Applications
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Outer jacketing for power and communication cables
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Outdoor and underground cable systems requiring UV and jelly resistance
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Industrial and telecommunication installations
Packaging & Storage
Supplied as pellets in 25 kg PP laminated bags.
Store below 30 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Classified as non-hazardous.
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