Product Name
Maven Plastics - PP-CO Natural White (Plastic Welding Rods, Coils, & Reels - (Polypropylene Copolymer))
Brief Description
Maven Plastics PP-CO Natural White is a line of plastic welding rods, coils, and reels made from Polypropylene Copolymer (PP-CO). This thermoplastic polymer product is specifically designed for creating strong, flexible, and durable repairs and fabrications of polypropylene plastic components. It is recognized for its excellent chemical resistance, high impact strength, and ease of welding.
Popular Applications & Uses
- Repairing and fabricating chemical storage tanks, plating tanks, and cleaning baths.- Welding and repairing automotive components such as bumpers and interior parts.- Constructing and repairing pipes for drinking water, wastewater, and various industrial applications.- Fabrication of ventilation ducts for corrosive gases, laboratory hoods, and industrial exhaust systems.- Manufacturing and repairing diverse plastic parts, reusable containers, and laboratory equipment.- Marine applications, including boat construction and repair of components exposed to water.- Production and repair of water treatment components and water tanks.- Repair of playground equipment and plastic lumber.
Industries that Commonly Use It
- Automotive Service/Repair- Chemical Industry- Construction/ Building Services- General Manufacturing- Industrial Supply- Marine- Medical Device/ Prosthetics- Plastic Fabrication- Pool/Spa/Plumbing- Transportation/ Specialty Vehicle
Special and Unique Features
- Made from 100% pure Polypropylene Copolymer plastic, ensuring high purity and consistent performance.- Available in various shapes, including round, triangle, and flat, and supplied in rods, coils, and reels to suit different welding needs.- Exhibits excellent chemical resistance to a wide range of acids, alkalis, and organic solvents, making it suitable for aggressive environments.- Possesses high impact resistance and toughness, contributing to durable and reliable welded joints that can withstand shocks and pressure.- Characterized by low moisture absorption and low density, which makes it lightweight and easy to handle during welding processes.- Offers good processability, allowing for easy forming, machining, and welding.- Presented in a natural white color, typically indicating an unpigmented material.
Key Properties
- Material: Polypropylene Copolymer (PP-CO)- Color: Natural White- Chemical Resistance: Excellent resistance to most acids, alkalis, and many organic solvents.- Impact Strength: High impact resistance and toughness.- Density: Low density, contributing to its lightweight nature.- Moisture Absorption: Very low moisture absorption.- Thermal Stability: Relatively high melting point, typically between 190-230°C (380-450°F).- Electrical Properties: Good thermal and electrical insulation properties.- Dimensional Stability: Considered the most dimensionally stable polyolefin.- Temperature Range: Operates effectively within a temperature range of -20°C up to +80°C.
Surface Compatibility
- Strictly compatible with polypropylene (PP) plastics, specifically polypropylene copolymer (PP-CO).- Often compatible with polypropylene homopolymer (PP-HO).- It is crucial to match the welding rod material to the base plastic being repaired, as mixing different types of plastics will likely result in poor quality repairs and reduced weld longevity.- Can be used with plastics identified by Recycling #4.
Known backups / known substitutes
- Polypropylene Homopolymer (PPH) welding rods, which are stiffer and stronger, but PP-CO offers better impact strength and low-temperature toughness.- Other plastic welding rods such as High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), ABS, PVC, TPO, PA, and PC, depending on the specific base material to be welded.- Various adhesives designed for plastics, particularly those formulated for polyolefins, can serve as alternatives for joining or repairing plastic components.
Comparison Note
Polypropylene Copolymer (PP-CO) generally presents a softer characteristic than Polypropylene Homopolymer (PPH) but significantly outperforms it in terms of impact strength, toughness, and overall durability, especially in colder environments. It also demonstrates superior stress crack resistance compared to homopolymer polypropylene. PP-CO is frequently the most utilized version of polypropylene welding rod and is compatible with PPHO, making it a reliable and versatile choice for a broad spectrum of applications. When compared to other thermoplastics like polyethylene (PE), polypropylene exhibits higher temperature resistance and enhanced toughness.
