Automotive applications

GX1500AReinforced grade

A brand with resistance to warping in addition to low water absorption, dimensional stability, heat resistance, and chemical resistance.

Features

  • Low warpage

Application examples

Intercooler tank

Physical properties table

Units Test method Grade
Grade name GX1500A
Grade Reinforced grade
Glass fiber content % ― 50

Basic physical properties

Specific gravity - ISO 1183 1.58
Water absorption rate(23℃ in water, 24hrs) % ISO 62 0.13

Mechanical properties

Tensile strength MPa ISO 527 250
Tensile elongation % ISO 527 2.0
Flexural strength MPa ISO 178 370
Flexural modulus GPa ISO 178 15.5
Charpy impact Test(notched) kJ/m2 ISO 179/1eA 17

Thermal properties

Melting point ℃ ISO 11357-3 300
Glass transition point ℃ ― 125
Deflection temperature under load(1.80MPa) ℃ ISO 75Af 280

Dimensional properties

Mold shrinkage(2mmt)
:in direction of flow		 % ISO 294-4 0.1
:at right angles to flow % ISO 294-4 0.5

Slidability

Limiting PV value kg/cm2・cm/sec JIS K7218-A -
Coefficient of dynamic friction　P=10kgf/cm2 ― JIS K7218-A 0.30
Abrasion loss　P=10kgf/cm2 mg JIS K7218-A 50
＊The above data are the physical values measured at the absolute dry condition.
＊The above data are values measured by our company and do not guarantee performance.

Contact us

Kuraray Co., Ltd.
Genestar Division