L 5005

Alathon L5005 is a high molecular weight high density copolymer that provides broad bimodal molecular weight distribution, high stiffness and good heat seal response and strength. L5005 is selected by customers for use in merchandise bags, grocery sacks, trash can liners, produce bags and roll stock.

Resin properties :

Resin Properties
Typical Value
Test Based On
Density
0.949 g/cm³
ASTM D1505
Melt Flow Rate, (190 °C/2.16 kg)
0.06 g/10 min
ASTM D1238


Film Properties :

Film Properties
Typical Value 
Test Based On
Tensile Strength at Yield MD

34.5 Mpa

ASTM D882
Tensile Strength at Yield TD 29.0 Mpa ASTM D882
Tensile Strength at Break MD

84.1 Mpa

ASTM D882
Tensile Strength at Break TD 57.2 Mpa ASTM D882
Elongation at Break MD
320 %
ASTM D882
Elongation at Break TD
390 %
ASTM D882
Secant Modulus MD 
945 Mpa
ASTM D882
Secant Modulus TD 1050 Mpa ASTM D882
Dart Drop Impact 340 g ASTM D1709
Elmendorf Tear Strength MD
11 g
ASTM D1922
Elmendorf Tear Strength TD
76 g
ASTM D1922


Processing conditions:

Specific recommendations for resin type and processing conditions can only be made when the end use, required properties and fabrication equipment are known.

Alathon L5005 is a high molecular weight high density copolymer that provides broad bimodal molecular weight
distribution, high stiffness and good heat seal response and strength. L5005 is selected by customers for use in
merchandise bags, grocery sacks, trash can liners, produce bags and roll stock.