TECHNYL STAR AF 219 V30 BK
TECHNYL® STAR AF 219 V30 BK
📌 Product Identification & Features
| Polymer Type | PA66 (Polyamide 66) |
| ISO 1043 Abbreviation | PA66-GF30 |
| ISO 16396 Designation | PA66,GF30,MH,S14-100 |
| Processing Technology | Injection Moulding |
| Certifications | RoHS, EC 1907/2006 (REACH) |
| Colors Available | Black (BK), Natural (NC) |
| Form | Pellets |
| Typical Applications | Automotive Parts, Pulleys, General Purpose |
🔑 Key Features Overview
✅ Ultra-High Flow
✅ Electrical Corrosion Resistant
✅ Low Halogen Content
✅ Excellent Surface Finish
✅ Organic Heat Stabilized
✅ Muccell® Injection Moulding Compatible
⚡ Physical Properties
🔧 Mechanical Properties
| Property | DAM | Cond.* |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Modulus (1 mm/min) | 10000 MPa | 6500 MPa |
| Stress at Break | 185 MPa | 110 MPa |
| Strain at Break | 2.6% | 7.5% |
| Flexural Modulus (ISO 178, 2 mm/min) | 9000 MPa | — |
| Flexural Strength (ISO 178, 2 mm/min) | 270 MPa | — |
| Charpy Impact Strength (+23°C) | 60 kJ/m² | 75 kJ/m² |
| Charpy Notched Impact (+23°C) | 8 kJ/m² | 10 kJ/m² |
| Izod Impact Strength (+23°C) | 50 kJ/m² | — |
* Conditioned according to ISO 1110
📊 Mechanical Properties Analysis
• High Rigidity: Dry tensile modulus of 10000 MPa and flexural strength of 270 MPa provide excellent structural load-bearing capacity.
• Ultra-High Flow (STAR AF Technology): 40%+ improved flowability compared to standard PA66 GF30, significantly enhancing thin-wall filling capability.
• Improved Toughness After Conditioning: Strain at break increases from 2.6% to 7.5% (188% increase), notched impact increases from 8 to 10 kJ/m².
🌡️ Thermal Properties
| Melting Temperature (10°C/min) | 258°C |
| HDT (0.45 MPa) | 258°C |
| HDT (1.80 MPa) | 250°C |
🔥 Thermal Stability
• Melting point of 258°C, within standard PA66 processing range.
• HDT of 250°C (1.8 MPa) — top-tier performance for 30% glass fiber reinforced PA66, suitable for high-temperature engine compartment environments.
• Organic heat stabilization system ensures long-term service reliability without heavy metals.
⚡ Electrical Properties
| Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) | 600 V (Solution A) |
| CTI Performance Level Category | PLC 0 (Highest Level) |
⚡ Anti-Corrosion Properties
• CTI 600V (PLC 0) — Highest comparative tracking index rating, significantly reducing electrolytic corrosion risk.
• In electrical connector applications, low halogen formulation and special stabilizer system effectively inhibit metal terminal corrosion, preventing increased contact resistance and connection failure.
🔥 Burning Behaviour
| Flammability (1.5 mm) | HB Rating |
| Burning Rate (FMVSS, Thickness 1 mm) | < 100 mm/min |
🔧 Processing Conditions
• Drying Temperature/Time: 80°C
• Suggested Max Moisture: 0.2%
• Material is supplied in airtight bags, ready for use. If moisture absorption occurs, dry with dehumidified air equipment (dew point ≤ -20°C) for 2-4 hours.Injection Temperatures:
• Rear Zone: 265 – 275°C
• Middle Zone: 270 – 280°C
• Front Zone: 280 – 290°C
Recommended Mold Temperature:
• 60 – 90°C
• Up to 120°C for high surface quality requirements
🏭 Muccell® Microcellular Foaming Compatibility
TECHNYL STAR AF 219 V30 BK is specifically optimized for Muccell® microcellular foam injection moulding technology. Its ultra-high flowability ensures uniform cell structure formation and excellent surface quality during the foaming process, while achieving 5%-20% density reduction, minimizing warpage, and shortening cycle times — making it an ideal solution for lightweight structural components.
⚠️ Anti-Corrosion Technology Deep Dive
In electrical connector applications, PA66 materials in contact with metal terminals may undergo electrolytic corrosion under humid/hot environments and electric fields. TECHNYL STAR AF 219 V30 BK inhibits corrosion through the following mechanisms:
- Low Halogen Formulation — Reduces free halide ions, minimizing electrolyte formation risk.
- Special Stabilizer System — Inhibits acidic degradation byproducts, maintaining near-neutral pH environment.
- High CTI Value (600V) — PLC 0 highest rating, significantly enhancing tracking resistance.
🔧 Typical Applications