If you work around tanks, ducts, housings, or cleanroom gear, you’ve heard the buzz about [PP Rigid Sheet(glossy Surface)]. It’s not just a commodity panel anymore; the glossy finish signals controlled extrusion, tighter tolerances, and frankly, nicer-looking fabrications. To be honest, the aesthetics matter when the plant manager walks through.
Two shifts I see on the ground: (1) chemical processors swapping heavier PVC for lighter PP to cut weight and avoid plasticizer concerns; and (2) OEMs speccing glossy surfaces for easier wipe-down in food and pharma spaces. Actually, many customers say the surface cleans quicker and shows fewer scuffs.
| Spec | Typical/Range |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 2–40 mm |
| Width | 2–20 mm: 1000–2400 mm; 25–40 mm: 1000–1500 mm |
| Length | Any; cut-to-size service available |
| Density (ISO 1183) | ≈0.90 g/cm³ |
| Tensile strength (ISO 527) | ≈28–35 MPa |
| Elongation at break (ISO 527) | >200% (real-world use may vary) |
| Vicat softening (ISO 306) | ≈150–155 °C |
| Shore D (ISO 868) | ≈65–75 |
Resin selection → compounding with ethylene copolymer and UV/antioxidant package → extrusion → calendering on polished rolls (gloss control) → annealing to relieve stress → CNC trimming → inspection. Tests: density (ISO 1183), tensile/elongation (ISO 527), flexural (ISO 178), Vicat (ISO 306), gloss (ASTM D523), thickness tolerance (ISO 2768). Service life: indoors 10–15 years; outdoors 3–8 years (≈10+ with UV grade).
Advantages vs PVC or HDPE: lower density, better chemical resistance to many acids/alkalis, weldability, and the [PP Rigid Sheet(glossy Surface)] cleans more easily than matte PP.
| Vendor | Range | Lead time | Certs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lida Plastic (Hebei) | 2–40 mm; widths to 2400 mm | ≈10–18 days | ISO 9001, RoHS/REACH | Strong cut-to-size, glossy control consistent |
| Generic Importer | 3–20 mm | ≈3–6 weeks | Varies | Spotty gloss uniformity; cheaper on small lots |
| Local Fabricator | Cut panels only | ≈2–7 days | Shop QA | Great turnaround; limited thickness/color |
Cut-to-size, CNC routing, welding rod supply, UV-stabilized grade, antistatic option (surface resistivity ≈10^9–10^11 Ω), and color matching. For hygiene builds, ask for low-bloom additive packages. The [PP Rigid Sheet(glossy Surface)] finish pairs nicely with solvent-free cleaning routines.
Plating plant, NRW (DE): swapped 10 mm PVC liners for 8 mm [PP Rigid Sheet(glossy Surface)]; weight down ≈18%, weld seams passed ISO 527 strip tests, no leaks at 6 months. Supervisor liked the “easier wipe-off” gloss.
Food processor, MY: machine guards made from 6 mm glossy PP; weekly caustic wash, zero whitening after 9 months; edges CNC chamfered to reduce snagging.
Typical compliance: ISO 9001 production, RoHS/REACH substance limits; certain natural grades can conform to FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (verify per batch). Flammability usually UL 94 HB. As always, qualify your application with in-house trials.
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