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What is XYRON™ V series?

XYRON™ V series is a high loss coefficient and vibration damping material that realizes a quiet design.
It contributes to vibration and sound reduction in office automation equipment components (printers, copiers, LCD projectors, etc.) and to improved sound quality in E&E equipment components (disk drives, audio equipment such as speakers, etc.).

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XYRON™ V series characteristics

High stiffness and high vibration damping

XYRON™ V series achieves 5 to 10 times the vibration damping performance (loss factor) of PC, PC/ABS, and ABS while maintaining flexural modulus.

Vibration damping of XYRON™ V series
Vibration Damping of XYRON™ V Series

Sound damping

XYRON™ V series has a high loss factor in impact sound (especially in high frequency range) and excellent sound damping characteristics. In addition, the decay time of the striking sound in this material is fast, and it hardly emits a resonance sound like metal.
As a result, the XYRON™ V series has a muffled sound quality compared to the general grade in terms of sound when hitting molded products, and exhibits a sound control (quieting) effect.
In the video below, you can compare the sound of hitting a flat plate of XYRON™ VT31V, V series vibration-damping grade, with 340V, a general grade.

XYRON™ V series has a muffled sound quality and a sound control (quieting) effect compared to the general grade.

Sound insulation

XYRON™ V series has a higher sound insulation volume (especially in high frequency range) than general grades, and is less likely to radiate a high pitched "tinkle" sound.

Comparison of sound insulation effectiveness (frequency dependence) between XYRON™ V series and general grades
Comparison of sound insulation effectiveness (frequency dependence) between XYRON™ V series and general grades

Flame retardance

UL94 V-1, V-0 flame retardance without using halogen-based flame retardants.

XYRON™ V series lineup

Non-reinforced
  • Grades with special emphasis on vibration and sound damping (quietness)
  • Non-reinforced
  • Flame resistance
  • Halogen-free
Inorganic filler reinforced
  • Grades with a good balance between rigidity and vibration and sound damping properties by reinforcing mineral filler
  • Vibration and sound damping (quietness)
  • Flame resistance
  • Halogen-free

Application Cases

Covers for mechanical parts of printers such as laser beam printers (LBP) and inkjet printers (IJP).
Silence is required to reduce noise generated from mechanical parts.

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Products

VT31V, VT31Z

Features

  • High loss factor, high attenuation
  • Realization of noise reduction design by vibration damping
  • Flame resistance

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Product Data/Tips for Use *Handling Precautions

Precautions for using XYRON™ (modified polyphenylene ether resin)

<Caution>
The content of this document is based on currently available materials, information and data, and may be revised based on new findings. In addition, since the precautions are intended for normal handling, in the case of special handling, please use after implementing safety measures suitable for the application and usage.

1. Handling Precautions

The key points for handling XYRON™ are shown below. Please use them to ensure safe handling of XYRON™. Safety data sheets have been created separately for handling precautions for each grade of XYRON™. Please read the safety data sheets before use. We ask that you investigate the safety of any additives other than XYRON™ that you use yourself.

A. Precautions during operation
When handling XYRON™, be careful to avoid contact with or inhalation of pellets, molten resin, or gases generated during melting. In the unlikely event that contact or inhalation occurs, the first aid measures are as follows:

  • ・If it gets into your eyes
    If it gets in your eyes, rubbing it may cause irritation or damage the cornea, so wash thoroughly with clean water for at least 15 minutes without rubbing, and if there are any abnormalities, seek medical attention.
  • ・If it adheres to the skin
    In general, wash with water or soap, and if molten material adheres, immediately cool with clean water. Do not forcibly peel off the hardened resin on the skin, and seek medical attention.
  • ・If inhaled
    Normally, there is no direct effect on the human body, but if you inhale dust, etc., gargle well with clean water. If breathing fumes from the melt makes you sick, move to fresh air and wait for recovery. If it does not recover, get medical attention.
  • ・If swallowed
    Spit it out as much as possible, and if there are any abnormalities, seek medical attention.

B. Safety and Health Precautions
Be careful to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation of gases generated during drying and melting of XYRON™. Also, do not directly touch hot resin. When drying and melting, it is necessary to install local exhaust ventilation and wear protective equipment (protective glasses, protective gloves, etc.).

  • ・Equipment measures
    In the molding work, there is a risk that gas may be generated by heating and melting, so please install an effective local exhaust system etc.
  • ・Respiratory protective equipment
    Wear a mask for organic gas when working in a place where there is a possibility of inhaling generated gas or fume. Wear a dust mask when working with resin products, sanding, or other work that generates dust.
  • ・Protective glasses
    When working, wear resin safety glasses with side seals, resin goggles, etc.
  • ・Protective gloves
    Wear as needed. In particular, when handling molten resin, use gloves with good heat insulation to prevent burns.
  • ・Protective clothing
    Regular work clothes are fine, but especially when handling molten resin, wear long-sleeved clothing to prevent burns.
  • C. Combustion Precautions
    XYRON™ is flammable, so handle, transport, and store it away from heat and sources of ignition. In the event of a fire, it may produce intense heat, black smoke, carbon dioxide gas, carbon monoxide gas, and other toxic gases. To extinguish a fire, the same extinguishing agents as for general fires, such as water, foam extinguishing agent, or powder extinguishing agent, can be used. When extinguishing a fire, wear fireproof clothing and breathing equipment.

    D. Precautions for transportation
    Avoid getting wet and rough handling to prevent the packing bag from tearing. In the unlikely event that the bag is broken and the pellets are scattered, take special care not to slip and fall, and quickly sweep up and collect or dispose of them. Take measures to prevent static electricity disasters during pneumatic transportation.

    E. Storage Precautions
    Store XYRON™ in a location away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and high humidity. Store it away from heat and sources of ignition, and take measures to prevent static electricity hazards.

    F. Disposal Considerations
    XYRON™, follow the Waste Disposal and Public Cleansing Law and entrust the disposal to a certified industrial waste disposal company or to a local government organization if such organization is in charge of disposal. When disposing of ZYLON™, use an incineration facility and dispose of the material in accordance with the Air Pollution Control Law and other laws and regulations.

    2.Regarding conforming standards

    XYRON™ has grades that comply with the voluntary regulations for polyolefin and other synthetic resin food containers and packaging, Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare Notification No. 370, UL, CSA, and Electrical and Electronics Control Law. Please contact our staff for details.

    3.Others

    Please be aware of industrial property rights when using this product.

    The data in the catalog are representative values obtained based on the specified test methods and are not guaranteed values. Please refer to them as a guide to select optimal suitable grade for your individual application. Please note that these values may be changed in order to improve the physical properties.

Please contact us to ask any questions, discuss any concerns, and request samples.

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