Optislip™ EBO
Optislip™ EBO bis-amide additive is bio-based and vegetable derived.
Polymers with a soft or tacky pellet form such as ethylene vinyl acetate copolymers (EVA) and styrene butadiene copolymer (SBC) often exhibit adhesion between polymer pellets when exposed to elevated temperatures and pressures.
Optislip™ EBO amide additive can be dispersed evenly through the polymer in the melt phase. It migrates to the surface of the polymer where it forms a thin lubricating layer. This layer reduces coefficient of friction between surfaces and reduces unwanted adhesion.
Guidelines for Use:
Optislip™ EBO internal additive can be incorporated into resin as supplied or via masterbatch / pre-blend. Experience has shown that simple manual mixing prior to processing will normally give an acceptable dispersion, though mechanical means are preferred.
Typical addition levels vary depending on polymer and lubrication required.
Recommended levels are around 500 - 2000ppm in films and 0.2 - 1.0% in molding applications.
Key Specs
Property | Units | Value |
---|---|---|
Chemical name | N/A | Ethylene-bis-oleamide |
Bio-based content | % | 95 |
Origin | N/A | Vegetable |
Melting point | °C | 140 - 145 |
Regional Availability
Global
Form at 25°C
Bead
Brochures
Industry Market Areas
- Automotive – automotive plastics
- Adhesives and sealants
- Film production
- Injection molding
- Wood polymer composites
Function & Effects
- Slip – medium slip
- Mold release
- Composite lubrication
Features & Benefits
- Medium slip and anti-lock
- Anti-tack additive for EVA
- Thermal stability
Regulatory
- Globally available. Please contact us for specific inventory clearances.
Food contact approval:
- Some food contact approvals available. Contact us for more details.