Topas ^® 6017S-04 Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC) Specifications

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
TOPAS ^® is the trade name of family of cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) resins developed by Ticona. Topas COCs are made from ethylene and norbornene and can be tailored to exhibit a wide range of heat deflection temperatures (HDT) with a practical upper limit of 340°F (170°F). It is an amorphous transparent copolymer possessing a cyclic olefin structure. The high purity and absence of ionic content in these materials provide high insulation resistance and very low dielectric loss. They also have excellent chemical resistance to aqueous acids and bases and to most polar solvents.

TOPAS is recognized as a resin with optical properties comparable with PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate, acrylic resin), superior heat resistance to PC (polycarbonate), and superior dimensional stability to both PMMA and PC. Topas COCs have a very high moisture barrier, low water absorption, good resistance to hydrolysis and chemical media, and low density. In addition, they typically offer high transparency extending into the UV range, low birefringence, adjustable heat deflection temperature and high rigidity.

Examples of applications for Topas ^® COC plastics include films for pharmaceutical and personal health care blister packs, food packaging, medical syringes and vials, diagnostic articles, optical lenses, light guides, and optical sensors. NOTE: All Topas grades are approved for food contact in Europe (EU Plastics Directive 2002/72/EC) and the USA (FDA 21CFR § 177.1520 "Olefin polymers").TOPAS 6017S-04 GRADE

Topas ^® 6017S-04 Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC) has the highest heat deflection temperature (338°F / 170°C) of all Topas grades. It also has excellent dielectric properties which are stable into the GHz frequency range, making it suitable for electrical and electronic applications.

See also these datasheets for other available Topas grades:
Topas 8007S-04 | Topas 8007X10 | Topas TKX-0001 | Topas 6015S-04 | Overview of Topas COC Grades

TYPICAL PROPERTIES of TOPAS 6017S-04 COC
Test Standard	Property	Topas 6017S-04
PHYSICAL
ISO 1183	Density (lb/in³) (g/cm³)	0.037 1.02
ISO 62	Water Absorption, 24 hrs (%)	0.01
MECHANICAL
ISO 527-2/1A	Tensile Strength at Break (psi)	8,700
ISO 527-2/1A	Tensile Modulus (psi)	435,000
ISO 527-2/1A	Tensile Elongation at Break (%)	2.5
ISO 179/1eU	Charpy Impact Strength (KJ/m³)	15
ISO 179/1eA	Charpy Notched Impact Strength (KJ/m³)	1.6
THERMAL
ISO 11357 (DSC)	Glass Transition Temperature (°F / °C)	320 / 80
ISO 75-1,-2	Heat Deflection Temperature @ 66 psi (°F / °C)	302 / 150
ISO 306	Vicat Softening Temp B50 (°F / °C)	312 / 156
UL94	Flammability Rating	HB
ELECTRICAL
ISO 60250	Relative Permittivity (Dielectric Constant) at 1-10 KHz	2.35
ISO 60250	Relative Permittivity (Dielectric Constant) at 1 GHz	2.3
ISO 60250	Dissipation Factor at 1 GHz	7.0 x 10 -5
ISO 60093	Volume Resistivity (ohm-m) at 50% RH	> 10 14
ISO 60112	Comparative Tracking Index (CTI)	> 600
OPTICAL
ISO 13468-2	Degree of Light Transmittance (%)	91
ISO 489	Refractive Index	1.53

NOTE: The values above are based upon testing of laboratory specimens under controlled conditions and represent data that fall within the standard range of properties for these materials. These values alone do not represent sufficient basis for part design and are not intended for establishing maximum, minimum or ranges of values for specification purposes.  Any determination of the suitability of a particular material and part design contemplated is the responsibility of the user. To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate, but no guarantee of completeness or specific performance is promised or implied, and we assume no liability whatsoever.  The products mentioned herein are not intended for use in medical or dental implants.  All values at 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise noted.

TOPAS is a registered trademark of Topas Advanced Polymers GmbH