Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology · 1996 · 22 citations · 2 references
Natural SciencesMaterials EngineeringMaterials ScienceMechanical Behavior Of MaterialsPolymer EngineeringThin FilmsBarrier PropertiesMaterial ExtrusionPolymer ExtrusionPolymer Thin FilmsThin Film Mechanical PropertiesDuctility EnhancementExtrusionFilm ExtrusionMaterial Oxygen PermeabilityMechanical Properties Of FilmsOxygen Barrier FilmsOxygen Permeability TestingPolymer Barrier Materials
Abstract HDPE compounds containing various amounts of rigid (platy talc) or deformable (nylon‐6) oxygen barrier components were blended in a twin‐screw extruder and processed into thin films by blown film extrusion. The films were tested for oxygen permeability and mechanical properties and analyzed for morphology. Optimization of barrier component content is shown to depend on the desired permeability level, film ductility and processability.
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