Specialty Plastics

Cyclo Olefin Polymer

ZEONEX® has earned high marks for low moisture absorption, good transparency and high precision molding. ZEONEX® can be utilized in many applications. It is also applied to medical applications that take advantage of its high purity property, as well as to electric insulating components that require low dielectric constant and dielectric tangent.

ZEONOR®, is used in such products as light guide plates and automotive parts, utilizing properties such as high transparency, transferring, and high heat resistance.

ZEONEX

Characteristics

Low water absorption
Extremely low water absorption (Less than 0.01% per 24 hours) allows for excellent dimensional stability even under high humidity conditions.
High transparency
92% in visible range 400-800nm.
Low specific gravity
Specific gravity of 0.95-1.02, lighter than other conventional plastics.
High heat resistance
Designed for optics requiring high heat resistance (Tg =123 - 156°C) and very low focal length change after heat and humidity exposure.
Low dielectric constant
and low dielectric tangent
Lower dielectric constant and lower loss tangent than PC and PC/ABS.
High purity
Extremely pure. Residual metals content is less than 0.02ppm.
Precise optical properties
Stability in refractive index, most suitable for optical components.

Grade

Grade Applications Characteristics
480 Lab test equipment, Blood test cells High transparency, Low adsorption, Chemical resistance, Low auto-fluorescence
480R Optical components
( Camera Lenses, Aspherical Lenses, Prisms, Mirrors, F-Theta Lenses, Pick-up Lenses )
High transparency, Low water absorption, Low birefringence, High heat resistance, Superior moldability
E48R
F52R
330R
RS420 Antennas, connectors Antennae, connectors

PL(Product Liability) Notes

  1. 1Please observe the following precautions for the storage and use of the product and items molded from the product.
    1. 1Keep away from fire, since ZEONEX® is combustible.
    2. 2Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and high-energy light, which can make ZEONEX® discoloration.
    3. 3Do not use or expose to temperatures over heat distortion temperature, since ZEONEX® may discolor, deform, or melt.
    4. 4Avoid exposure to high temperature for a long time, which can distort ZEONEX®.
    5. 5Do not use under high heat temperature and near heat source, ZEONEX® may emit smoke or ignite.
    6. 6Do not use near high-energy light source, ZEONEX® may emit smoke or ignite due to heat generation by light absorption.
    7. 7Improper molding conditions or use with a poorly designed mold may induce solvent cracking through residual stress.
    8. 8Do not use for parts that are subject to continuing load (snap fit insert molded products, screw stops, etc.), the material may crack.
    9. 9Do not expose to the following solvents and liquids which may cause ZEONEX® to liquefy or swell.
      · Aromatic solvents such as benzene, toluene, etc.
      · Chlorinated hydrocarbon solvents, including dichloromethane, carbon tetrachloride, etc.
      · Animal, Vegetable and mineral oils and greases.
      · Hydrocarbon solvents such as n-Hexane, cyclohexane and ligroin, etc.
      · Ethers such as diethylether, etc.
      · Ketones such as cyclohexane, etc.
      · Prior to use test other materials and liquids containing long-chain alkyl groups in their structure.
    10. 10Test ZEONEX® under the harshest conditions to be encountered to determine the safety and suitability of the materials prior to use.
  2. 2Contact ZEON CORPORATION before utilizing ZEONEX® in medical care products, foods or toys.
  3. 3Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for specific details.

ZEONOR

Characteristics

Low water absorption
Extremely low water absorption (Less than 0.01% per 24 hours) allows for excellent dimensional stability even under high humidity conditions.
High transparency
92% in visible range 400-800nm.
Low specific gravity
Specific gravity of is 1.01, lower weight vs lighter than other conventional plastics.
High heat resistance
Glass transition temperature range of 100–163℃ allows selection of most suitable grade for specific needs.
High flowability
Excels in transferring property. Especially, ZEONOR 1060R exhibits Mt = 60, excels in thin molding.
High purity / Ultra-low amount of out-gassing
A very clean resin with extremely few impurities, suitable for semiconductor etc.
High strength
Resists drop tests for feeding bottles without breaking.
Excellent moisture barrier
Can be utilized as either the drug contact (inner) layer or as the middle layer for enhanced moisture barrier.

Grade

Grade Applications Characteristics
1020R Silicon wafer transport and storage (FOSB/FOUP), Flexible packaging for medical and pharmaceutical applications High transparency, High purity, Ultra-low amount of out-gassing, Break resistance, Excellent moisture barrier, Chemical resistance, Low adsorption.
1060R Light guide plates, Microfluidic High transparency, High fluidity, Excellent transcription, Low auto-fluorescence

PL(Product Liability) Notes

  1. 1Please observe the following precautions for the storage and use of the product and items molded from the product.
    1. 1Keep away from fire, since ZEONOR® is combustible.
    2. 2Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and high-energy light, which can make ZEONOR® discoloration.
    3. 3Do not use or expose to temperatures over heat distortion temperature, ZEONOR® may discolor, deform, or melt.
    4. 4Avoid exposure to high temperature for a long time, which can distort ZEONOR®.
    5. 5Do not use under high heat temperature and near heat source, ZEONOR® may emit smoke or ignite.
    6. 6Do not use near high-energy light source, ZEONOR® may emit smoke or ignite due to heat generation by light absorption.
    7. 7Improper molding conditions or use with a poorly designed mold may induce solvent cracking through residual stress.
    8. 8Do not use for parts that are subject to continuing load (snap fit insert molded products, screw stops, etc.), the material may crack.
    9. 9Do not expose to the following solvents and liquids which may cause ZEONOR® to liquefy or swell.
      · Aromatic solvents such as benzene, toluene, etc.
      · Chlorinated hydrocarbon solvents, including dichloromethane,carbon tetrachloride, etc.
      · Animal, Vegetable and mineral oils and greases.
      · Hydrocarbon solvents such as n-Hexane, cyclohexane and ligroin, etc.
      · Ethers such as diethylether, etc.
      · Ketones such as cyclohexane, etc.
      · Prior to use test other materials and liquids containing long-chain alkyl groups in their
      structure prior to use.
    10. 10Test ZEONOR® under the harshest conditions to be encountered to determine the safety and suitability of the materials prior to use.
  2. 2Contact ZEON CORPORATION before utilizing ZEONOR® in medical care products, foods or toys.
  3. 3Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for specific details.

ZEONEX

Application

Optical lenses and Optical Components

ZEONEX® can be utilized in many optical applications due to its low moisture absorption. Good transparency and high precision molding.

Antenna and Dielectric applications

ZEONEX® is ultra-low dielectric loss tangent resins that combine superior dielectic properties with the ease and cost-effectiveness of being injection moldable.

Medical packaging and Bio-Diagnostic applications

ZEONEX® allows for advanced, break-resistant packaging in Medical/Pharmaceutical industry.
Additionally ZEONEX® can be used as lenses and optical windows used in optical-based medical detection devices.

Applications

Medical packaring and Bio-Diagnostic applications

ZEONEX® / ZEONOR® have earned high marks for good transparency , high moisture barrier / low moisture absorption and high purity.

Medical packaging applications
Pre-filled syringes
Plastic Vials
IV Bags, TPN Bags
PTP
Bio-Diagnostic applications
Micro-well plates
Microfluidic devices
optical-based medical detection devices.

Antenna and Dielectric applications

ZEONEX® is ultra-low dielectric loss tangent resin that combine superior dielectric properties with the ease and cost-effectiveness of being injection moldable.

ZEONEX®is ideal for embedded antenna applications in mobile phones, smart phones, handheld games, MP3 players, and GPS systems. Additionally, ZEONEX® can bring cost-saving benefit vs. fluoropolymers when utilized as the dielectric in high-frequency RF-connectors.

Optical Lenses and Optical Components

ZEONEX® has earned high marks for low moisture absorption, good transparency and high precision molding. ZEONEX® can be utilized in many applications including:

ZEONEX® is commonly used for light guides, optical windows.

ZEONEX®
Camera Lenses
Aspherical Lenses
Prisms
Mirrors
F-Theta Lenses
BD, DVD, CD Pick-up Lenses
Grating
Blood analysis and medical instrumentation relying on optical-based detection
LCD Back light LGP
LED Light guide

ZEONOR

Application

Optical parts and Optical components

ZEONOR® can be utilized as light guide parts, mirrors in optical components due to its ultra-low moisture absorption, superior optical properties and good mold ability.

Medical packaging and Bio-Diagnostic application

ZEONOR® allows for high moisture barrier, high purity flexible packaging for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Silicon wafers Transport & Storage

ZEONOR® is an ideal resin for use in 300mm and 450mm FOSB and FOUP containers due to its ultra low amount of out-gassing, Low water-vapor transmission rate // Excellent moisture barrier and transparent for easy inspection.

Automotive parts

ZEONOR® can be utilized in Automotive headlamp due to its low specific gravity and high heat resistance (Up to 160C).

Applications

Optical Lenses and Optical Components

ZEONEX® has earned high marks for low moisture absorption, good transparency and high precision molding. ZEONEX® can be utilized in many applications including:

ZEONEX® is commonly used for light guides, optical windows.

ZEONEX®
Camera Lenses
Aspherical Lenses
Prisms
Mirrors
F-Theta Lenses
BD, DVD, CD Pick-up Lenses
Grating
Blood analysis and medical instrumentation relying on optical-based detection
LCD Back light LGP
LED Light guide

Medical packaring and Bio-Diagnostic applications

ZEONEX® / ZEONOR® have earned high marks for good transparency , high moisture barrier / low moisture absorption and high purity.

Medical packaging applications
Pre-filled syringes
Plastic Vials
IV Bags, TPN Bags
PTP
Bio-Diagnostic applications
Micro-well plates
Microfluidic devices
optical-based medical detection devices.

Silicon wafers Transport & Storage

ZEONOR® is an ideal resin for use in 300mm and 450mm FOSB and FOUP containers due to its:

  • Ultra-low amount of out-gassing
  • Low water-vapor transmission rate // Excellent moisture barrier, • Transparent for easy inspection

Automotive parts

Specific gravity of ZEONOR® is 1.01, lower weight vs other conventional plastics.

Glass transition temperature range of 100–163℃ is higher than other olefin polymers so that ZEONOR® is applied to automotive parts, head lump bezels.

Catalogs and Technical Sheets

  • *Catalog and Technical Sheet are now revising.
    Please refer the data above, and contact us when you need additional information.
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