APSX-PIM Plastic Material Starter Kit
$250
Curated Plastic Set for Fast-Track Learning on Desktop Injection Molding Machines
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Description
Curated Resin Set for Fast-Track Learning on Desktop Injection Molding Machines
Get molding on day one. This curated starter kit includes four proven thermoplastics, each selected to help new APSX-PIM users learn flow, cooling, and process tuning fast. Every resin is packaged for classroom, R&D, and prototyping and works seamlessly with the pre-installed test mold on new APSX-PIM machines, making it the ideal solution for machine shakedown, student labs, and process training.
What’s Included
| Material | Form | Quantity | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| PP (Polypropylene) | Natural Pellets | 2 lb | Baseline Molding: Easy-flow resin for first-shot success, verifying ejection and gate balance. |
| TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) | Black Pellets | 2 lb | Flexible Parts: Demonstrates soft-touch behavior, texture, and flexible part ejection. |
| PP (Polypropylene) | Yellow or Blue Pellets | 2 lb | Flow Visualization: Colored resin for observing flow fronts, knit lines, and fill patterns. |
| HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) | Natural Pellets | 2 lb | Purge & Cleaning: Low-viscosity resin for quick barrel cleaning between material changes. |
Polypropylene (PP) 4820WZ Pellets – 2 lbs, $90
A nucleated impact copolymer with a high melt flow rate (MFR) of 35 g/10min.
Price is for a 2-lb
Details
| Weight | 2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Brand | APSX |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Platform | FIM |
| Solid Density g/cm3 | 0.905 |
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR) g/10 min | 35 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield MPa | 27.6 |
| Elongation at Yield % | 6.0 |
| Flexural Modulus (MPa) | 1380 |
| IZOD Impact (Notched, J/m) | 80 |
| Heat Deflection Temp (HDT B) °C | 100 |
Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) G7980 Black Pellets – 2 lbs: $75
General-Purpose, FDA Compliant TPE for Soft-Touch Grips and Overmolding.
Price is for a 2-lb unit
Details
| Weight | 2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Brand | APSX |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Platform | FIM |
| Solid Density g/cm3 | 1.18 |
| Tensile Strength at Break MPa | 6.76 |
| Tensile Elongation at Break % | 620 |
High density Polyethylene (HDPE) Natural Pellets – 2 lbs: $50
A general-purpose high-density polyethylene resin designed for injection molding.
Price is for a 2-lb unit
Details
| Weight | 2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Brand | APSX |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Platform | FIM |
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR) g/10 min | 20 |
| Tensile Strength at Yield MPa | 3.730 |
| Vicat Softening Point, °F | 255 |
| Tensile Elongation at Break, % | 34 |
Polypropylene (PP) Yellow Pellets – 2 lbs: $85
Versatile, Impact-Resistant Copolymer for Custom Applications
Price is for a 2-lb unit. Minimum order: 5 units (10 lbs total).
Details
| Weight | 2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Brand | APSX |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Platform | FIM |
| Melt Flow Rate (MFR) g/10 min | 20 |
| Melt Temperature °C | 400-470 |
Key Features & Benefits
- Fast Onboarding: Start producing test parts within minutes of machine setup.
- Comparative Learning: Observe and contrast the behavior of rigid vs. flexible materials.
- Visual Feedback: Use colored PP to see and understand complex flow and filling phenomena.
- Optimized Workflow: Includes a dedicated purge material (HDPE) for fast, clean changeovers.
- Classroom Ready: Sealed, labeled bags are ideal for repeated use in lab and training environments.
Primary Learning Applications
- Injection Molding Process Fundamentals
- Machine Operation and Parameter Tuning (Temperature, Pressure, Cycle Time)
- Material Behavior Comparison (Flow, Shrinkage, Ejection)
- Academic and Vocational Training Labs
- R&D and Prototyping Workflows
Processing Notes (For APSX-PIM with Test Mold)
- Start with PP Natural to establish baseline machine settings.
- Purge with HDPE when switching between PP and TPE to prevent cross-contamination.
- Use Colored PP to visually study fill patterns and identify knit lines.
- No pre-drying required for these selected grades when sealed; re-seal bags promptly after use.
- Brand APSX
- Country of origin USA
- Platform FIM
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