Acrylic-Styrene Fine Particles: EPOSTAR™ MA2003
- Main Applications
Light diffusion agents for optical films
- Applications
- Functions
Basic Information
EPOSTAR™ MA2003 are acrylic-styrene, crosslinked, perfectly spherical fine particles with an average particle diameter of 3 μm, which have been developed using Nippon Shokubai’s proprietary technology.
EPOSTAR™ MA2003 is highly rated for having excellent heat resistance, solvent resistance, and dispersibility, and for applications in light diffusion agents of various films.
Features and Properties
- Excellent light diffusion performance
- Good dispersibility in solvents and resins such as polyolefin
Examples of Applications
- Light diffusion agents for optical films
Product Details
Composition
Acrylic-Styrene Crosslinked Substance
List of Typical Properties of Products
Acrylic-Styrene Fine Particles
| Type | Average Particle Diameter
(μm) | Refractive Index | True Specific Gravity |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA2003 | 3 | 1.56 | 1.2 |
Heat Resistance Data
| Type | Thermal Weight Loss (%) | Thermal Decomposition Temperature (°C) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100℃ | 200°C | ||
| MA2003 | -0.6 | -2.0 | 284 |
Measurement Method
（1） Thermal Weight Loss (%)
Weight reduction at the time of reaching the prescribed temperature, based on the weight at 100°C.
（2） Thermal Decomposition Temperature
Temperature when a notable weight reduction starts to occur during the gradual heating of fine particles.
* Please be sure to read the Chemical Products Safety Data Sheet (SDS) when handling this product.
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