Northstar Polymers, LLC
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Minneapolis, MN 55406
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MSS-A80AQ
Data Sheet
This high-performance quasi-polyester system is one of a family of polymer systems developed by Northstar Polymers for demanding work environments. Urethane elastomers molded with this system exhibit high tear strength, high tensile elongation, excellent oil resistance, and outstanding abrasion resistance. They also meet the requirements of 21 CFR 177.1680, FDA direct dry food contact. This combination of features makes elastomers molded from MSS-A80AQ perfect for many applications including the handling of wood chips, grain, sand, gravel and other commodities, mining, and many custom applications. For long-term use in constant aqueous environments, consider a system from our polyether or hybrid product families.
Typical Physical Properties
Physical Property
ASTM #
Typical Value
Durometer Hardness:
D 2240
Shore A 80
Tensile Strength (psi):
D 412
6000
Ultimate Elongation (%):
D 412
900
Tear Resistance (pli)
Die C:
D 624
600
Split:
D 624
350
Taber Abrasion (mg loss):
D 4060
15
Processing Conditions
Prepolymer:
MSA-018
Curing Agent:
SSA-036
Catalyst Type:
Amine
Catalyst Level:
Included
Prepolymer Temperature (ºF):
70
Curing Agent Temperature (ºF):
180
Mold Temperature (ºF):
180
Pot Life* (minutes):
2-1/2 to 3
Gel Time** (minutes):
4
De-mold Time*** 180 °F (minutes):
30
Complete Cure Cycle*** 180 °F (hours):
16 - 24
* Defined as: a 300 gram sample is too thick to pour.
** Defined as: no string of urethane develops when touched.
*** The use of catalyst will increase the rate of cure, but will decrease Pot Life.
Typical Mixing Ratio
Prepolymer (A) Curing Agent (B)
Code Number: MSA-018 SSA-036
Specific Gravity: 1.183 1.148
Equivalent Weight: 183 362
Stoichiometry: 1.00 1.00
NCO/OH Index: 1.00 1.00
Weight Pph: 33.6 66.4
Weight Ratio: 1.000 1.978
Weight Ratio: 0.506 1.000
Volume Pph: 32.9 67.1
Volume Ratio: 1.000 2.038
Volume Ratio: 0.491 1.000
The actual mixing ratio at the operation may need to be adjusted based on the actual stoichiometric ratio calculation. For machine mixing, calibration of the mixing ratio is recommended before the new batch of raw material is used.
Northstar Polymers, LLC
3444 Dight Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Tel: 612.721.2911
Fax: 612.721.1009
E-Mail: info@northstarpolymers.com
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