Anti-block slip masterbatch is a specialized additive used in the plastics industry to provide both anti-blocking and slip properties to plastic materials. It is designed to prevent blocking or sticking between plastic surfaces while also improving the slip characteristics for smoother movement and handling.
| Appearance | Granule/Pellets |
|---|---|
| Color | Off white |
| Carrier Resin | PE |
| Active Ingredients | ≈ 20 % Silica/ ≈ 8 % Erucamide |
| Thermal Stabilizer | Yes |
| Melf Flow Index | ≈ 1.2 gr/10min. (@ 190 °C , 2.16 kg) |
| Specific Density | ≈ 0.95 gr/cm3 |
Anti-block slip masterbatch combines anti-blocking agents, such as inorganic particles like silica or talc, with slip additives, such as long-chain fatty amides or lubricants, dispersed in a carrier resin that is compatible with the base polymer. The carrier resin ensures uniform distribution of the additives throughout the plastic matrix.
The inclusion of anti-blocking agents in the masterbatch creates a microscopic roughness on the plastic surfaces, reducing their contact area and minimizing adhesion. This prevents blocking or sticking between plastic films, sheets, or molded parts, allowing for easy separation and improved stackability.
The slip additives in the masterbatch reduce the coefficient of friction between plastic surfaces, making them smoother and more slippery. This improves the slip characteristics of the plastic material, enabling easier processing, handling, and packaging.
The combination of anti-blocking and slip properties in a single masterbatch offers dual functionality. It provides effective anti-blocking performance to prevent surface adhesion, while also enhancing slip properties for improved processability and handling of plastic products.
The concentration of anti-block slip masterbatch required depends on factors such as the desired level of anti-blocking and slip properties, the specific polymer type, and the intended application. It is important to determine the appropriate concentration through testing to achieve the desired effects without negatively affecting other properties of the plastic.
Anti-block slip masterbatch finds applications in various industries, including packaging, agriculture, consumer goods, and industrial sectors, where preventing blocking issues and improving slip properties are important. It enables easier separation, smoother processing, and improved handling of plastic products.
Anti-block slip masterbatch finds applications in various industries, including packaging, agriculture, consumer goods, and industrial sectors, where preventing blocking issues and improving slip properties are important. It enables easier separation, smoother processing, and improved handling of plastic products.
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