How do Tenite™ cellulosic plastics process?
Tenite™ cellulosic plastics are noted for their outstanding processibility. They are easily molded, extruded, or fabricated. Tenite™ cellulosics have a wide processing window: temperatures range from 350 degrees F for highly plasticized grades up to 480 degrees F for lower plasticizer content. Typical mold temperatures range from 80 to 190 degrees F, depending on the base formula and plasticizer level. Refer to Eastman online publication PP-108 Tenite™ Cellulosic Plastic Film and Sheet Extrusion for processing guidelines. Tenite™ cellulosics are unique in their ability to accept various types of secondary fabrication including solvent polishing, cutting, cementing, drilling, and decorating. Suggestions for mechanical operations, surface finishing, decorating, and various assembly methods are addressed in Eastman’s Secondary Fabrication Techniques for Tenite™ Cellulosic Plastics publication PP-110A.
