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GK-5 – 0.127mm | Formex
Flame Retardant Polypropylene
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- Flammability Rating UL 94 VTM-0
- Dielectric Strength 2,200 Volts / mil @0.005″
- Temperature Rating 115°C / 239°F
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Description
Formex GK-5, the market proven formulation of flame retardant polypropylene electrical insulation material from ITW Formex, offers exceptional reliability and durability for a variety of industrial and consumer product applications. Formex GK-5 offers superior dielectric strength, an elevated temperature rating, and exceptional moisture and chemical resistance to protect sensitive electronic elements from dielectric or environmental damage. It can also be used as a physical barrier that protects general users or service workers from the dangers of exposure to electrically charged components. In addition, Formex GK can easily be scored and folded into three-dimensional shapes, making it a highly versatile product.
Benefits
- Moisture Absorption of <0.02%
- Dielectric strength of > 1700V/mil at (18 mil).
- Excellent scoring and die-cutting characteristics
Features
- UL 94V-O fire certificated polypropylene (PP) and FORMEX patented formula extruded sheet material
- Superior electric surge shielding in industrial and consumer electronic equipment
- Chemical Resistance
- Suitable for die cutting and easy maintenance with flexible characteristics
Recommended Uses
- Power supplies, transformers, and inverters
- Electric vehicle battery packs and charging equipment
- Servers and data storage system
- Telecommunications equipment
- LED Lighting
- UPS and surge protectors
- Medical Devices
- HVAC Equipment and Appliances
- EMI Shielding Laminates
- Battery Insulation Gasket
Manufacturing Specification
| Property | Test Method | GK-5 | GK-10 | GK-17 | GK-30 | GK-40 | GK-62 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colour | Black | Natural & Black | Natural & Black | Natural & Black | Natural & Black | Natural & Black | |
| Thickness (in) | 0.005 (+0.001 / -0.001) | 0.010 (+0.003 / -0.0015) | 0.017 (+0.003 / -0.001) | 0.030 (+0.002 / -0.002) | 0.040 (+0.002 / -0.002) | 0.062 (+0.004 / -0.004) | |
| Thicknes (mm) | 0.127 (+0.025 / -0.025) | 0.25 (+0.08 / -0.04) | 0.43 (+0.08 / -0.03) | 0.76 (+0.05 / -0.05) | 1.02 (+0.05 / -0.05) | 1.57 (+0.10 / -0.10) |
UL Flammability Rating / Performance Levels
| Property | Test Method | GK-5 | GK-10 | GK-17 | GK-30 | GK-40 | GK-62 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flammability | UL 94 | VTM-0 | VTM-0 | V-0 | V-0 | V-0 | V-0 |
| Relative Temp Index (Electrical) | UL746B | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F |
| Relative Temp Index (Mechanical Without Impact) | UL746B | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F | 115°C / 239°F |
| High Current Arc Ignition - PLC (arcs to ignite) | UL 746A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| High Voltage Arc Tracking - PLC (in / min) | UL 746A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hot Wire Ignition - PLC (seconds | UL 746A | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Comparative Tracking Index - PLC | ASTM D-3638 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Typical Mechanical Properties
| Property | Test Method | GK-5 | GK-10 | GK-17 | GK-30 | GK-40 | GK-62 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Yield - PSI (Machine Direction) | ASTM D-882 / ISO 527-1,-2 | 3,700 | 4,400 | 4,400 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| Tensile Yield - PSI (Transverse Direction) | ASTM D-882 / ISO 527-1,-2 | 3,000 | 3,200 | 3,200 | 3,200 | 3,700 | 3,700 |
Typical Physical Properties
| Property | Test Method | GK-5 | GK-10 | GK-17 | GK-30 | GK-40 | GK-62 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Density - gm/cc | ASTM D-792 / ISO 1183-1, Method A | 1.035 | 1.035 | 1.035 | 1.035 | 1.035 | 1.035 |
| Oxygen Index - % | ASTM D-2863 / ISO 4589--1,-2 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 |
| Water Absorption - % Change in weight | ASTM D-570 / ISO 62, Method 4 | 0.06% | 0.06% | 0.06% | 0.06% | 0.06% | 0.06% |
| Heat Deflection Temperature under load | ASTM D-648 0.45MPa / ISO 75-1,-2,Method B | 121°C / 250°F | 121°C / 250°F | 121°C / 250°F | 121°C / 250°F | 121°C / 250°F | 121°C / 250°F |
| Surface Energy - dynes / cm (as produced) | ASTM D-2578 | ≥ 50 | ≥ 50 | ≥ 50 | ≥ 50 | ≥ 50 | ≥ 50 |
Typical Electrical Properties
| Property | Test Method | GK-5 | GK-10 | GK-17 | GK-30 | GK-40 | GK-62 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparative Tracking Index - volts | IEC 60112 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 |
| Dielectric Breakdown - volts | ASTM D-149 / IEC 60243-1 | 11,000 | 16,264 | 20,292 | 29,610 | 33,380 | 41,558 |
| Dielectric Strength - volts / mil | ASTM D-149 / IEC 60243-1 | 2,200 | 1,626 | 1,194 | 987 | 834 | 670 |
| Volume Resistivity - ohm-cm | ASTM D-257 / IEC 62631-3-1 | 3.97 x 10¹⁵ | 3.97 x 10¹⁵ | 3.97 x 10¹⁵ | 3.97 x 10¹⁵ | 3.97 x 10¹⁵ | 3.97 x 10¹⁵ |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D-150 / IEC 60250, 1MHz | 1.90 | 1.90 | 1.90 | 1.90 | 1.90 | 1.90 |
| Dissipation Factor | ASTM D-150 / IEC 60250, 1MHz | 0.0023 | 0.0023 | 0.0023 | 0.0023 | 0.0023 | 0.0023 |
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- Temperature Rating 115°C / 239°F
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- Water Absorption of 0.06%
- Dielectric strength of 1,154 Volts/mil
- Excellent scoring and die-cutting characteristics
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