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December 11, 2008
Product Information	Asaprene
ASAPRENE™ T-420
SBS: Styrenic thermoplastic elastomer
Essentials

Relatively low styrene content, for enhanced adhesive performance in pressure-sensitive and other adhesives. It is supplied in crumb form.

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Applications

Adhesives and sealants component, for high adhesive strength.
Adhesives for building and construction


Basic characteristics of ASAPRENE™ T-420
Property Test method Value
Specific gravity ISO1183 0.94
MFR, (g/10 min)
190°C, 2.16 kg
ISO1133 1.1
MFR, (g/10 min)
200°C, 5 kg
6.5
Hardness, Type A ISO7619 75
Tensile strength (MPa) ISO37 27
Elongation (%) 900
300% tensile stress (MPa) 2.9
Viscosity as 25% solution in toluene (mPa.s) Asahi Kasei method 1,200
Styrene/butadiene (wt%) Asahi Kasei method 30/70
Product form Crumb

Test conditions
  • Test piece: Compression-molded sheet, 2-mm thick, #3 JIS dumbbell shape.
  • Roll kneading temp.: 120°C~130°C.
  • Compression molding: Preheating, 160°C 5 min; compression, 80 kg/cm2 160°C 5 min; cooling, 3 min.
  • Test measurements temp.: 23°C.

Please note that all data and values are given as typical results obtained with the indicated test methods for purposes of basic reference in grade selection only, and not as any product specification or warranty of any nature, and are subject to change without notice.

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