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TECADUR ® MT TR Natural

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General Info

TECADUR MT TR natural is made from Eastman Tritan copolyester resin, and is a clear, high impact resistant plastic, with very low extractables under various solvents. It has high impact strength, combined with the advantage of being BpA free. Classified as one of Ensinger's newest biomedical plastics, this clear transparent plastic resin has been tested to ISO10993 for biocompatibility with blood and tissue contact, to the BPOG protocol for extractable allowance, and to USP class Vl for reactivity and toxicity. These characteristics make TECADUR MT TR a perfect biocompatible material candidate in single use systems in biotechnology applications.

A preliminary screening has been performed on typical production lots of TECADUR MT TR natural to estimate the compatibility of the material with the solvents specified in the BPOG Standard Extractable Protocol. End use customers should also perform their own tests on finished products to confirm compliance and compatibility is maintained.

TECADUR MT TR natural is color stable in the presence of both ETO, and e-beam sterilization, as well as to gamma sterilization exposure. TECADUR MT TR natural also has outstanding hydrolytic stability, so parts made from this innovative polymer are unlikely to deteriorate when exposed to heat, humidity and chemical agents.

For clear applications that demand superior chemical resistance, clarity and hydrolytic stability, TECADUR MT TR provides all the advantages of a copolyester plastic.

Key Properties

Good Chemical Resistance
High Impact Strength
High Gamma Radiation Resistance
ISO 10993 Compliant

Limitations

Depending on the application it is recommended for maximum temp use in the 160 to 180F range, contact us to review your application for suitability.

Applications

Single Use Medical Device Parts
Analytical Device Parts
Pharmaceutical Industry Parts
Medical Industry Parts
Transparent Structural Parts
Surgical Equipment Components
Medical Robotic Components
Dental Equipment Applications

Resin Trade Names

Eastman Tritan Copolyester

Manufacturer Trade Names

TECADUR MT TR Natural

Boedeker Plastics, Inc. stocks & supplies plastic sheet, rod, tube, film and custom profiles and machine parts from these shapes that are produced from plastic resin. In many cases the manufacturer of the shape has their own product trade name. If your specification calls for a specific resin grade or manufacturer trade name, we can supply a shape made from that resin to meet your specification or suggest an equal. If you require a specific resin or brand it must be specified at the time of order.

Available Sizes

Sheet Sheet Thicknesses .250, .500, 1.000 inch Sheet Sizes 24 x 48 inch Rod Diameters .375, .500, 1.000, 1.250, 2.000 inch Rod Lengths 120 inch Tube - Contact Us - minimums will apply We can also offer machined and molded parts in this material, contact us for further info on your specific part.

Available Colors

Transparent Clear

Safety Data Sheet

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Typical Properties of TECADUR ® MT TR Natural

DETAIL
Description			Value
Material Type			Amorphous Thermoplastic
Chemical Name			Copolyester
Trade Name			TECADUR MT TR Natural
Additives			Unfilled
Color			Transparent Clear
PHYSICAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Density	ASTM D792	g/cm³	1.18
	ASTM D792	lb/in³	0.042
Water Absorption, 24 hrs, Immersion	ASTM D570	% by wt.	0.06
MECHANICAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Tensile Strength	ASTM D638	psi	6,900
Tensile Elongation at Break	ASTM D638	%	160
Flexural Strength	ASTM D790	psi	10,500
Flexural Modulus	ASTM D 790	psi	222,800
Compressive Strength	ASTM D695	psi	6,500
Compressive Modulus	ASTM D695	psi	173,000
Hardness	ASTM D785	Rockwell R	Rockwell R118
IZOD Impact-Notched	ASTM D256	ft-lb/in	3.7
THERMAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Heat Deflection Temp	ASTM D648	°C at 264 psi	77.2
	ASTM D648	°F at 264 psi	171
Max Continuous Operating Temp		°C	82
		°F	180
COMPLIANCE
Description			Value
FDA			Yes
USP Class VI			Yes
OTHER
Description			Value
UV Resistant			No
Relative Cost			$$$$
Machinability			2

Relative cost based on a scale of one dollar sign ($) as the lowest to ten dollar signs ($$$$$$$$$$) as the highest. Machinability based on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the easiest and 10 being the most difficult to machine. NOTE: All information contained on www.boedeker.com, downloadable documents and printed literature is intended for technical reference only and considered to be accurate for reference purposes only. Boedeker Plastics, Inc. makes no guarantee and offers no warranty for fitness in use and strongly recommends the user validate any plastic, machined part, or product in a specific application for fitness in use.

TECADUR is a trademark of Ensinger Company. Tritan is a trademark of Eastman Chemical.