Paraffin Wax
In common language called Candle Wax, is one of the thermoplastic material consisting of various organic materials and natural materials that make a material with properties very useful.
Wax derived from mineral residues obtained from the petroleum distillation process. (Distillation of crude oil)
Paraffin Wax phisis nature, melts at a temperature of 48-70 ° C and has a straight chain structure polykristal-hydrocarbons. Are generally fragile and room temperature.
Because of its flexible and easy to flow at its melting temperature so that the paraffin wax is easy to set up
Paraffin wax Type:
1. Mineral wax
2. Carnuba wax
Mineral wax, has several types, al:
1. Fully Refined White wax (FRWW)
2. Hard White Wax Semi Refined (HSRWW)
3. Yellow Wax
Hard Semi Refined White Wax:
It is a candle that has the chemical properties of solid hydrocarbon mixture with a clear white color, often used as candles (candles decorative / lighting), lining paper (wax paper / paper coatings), lubricants, etc. as printed teeth, as the night for use in the production of batik or batik prints, and also used in the textile industry.
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Physical/ Properties |
Unit |
Spec. |
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Melting Point |
oC |
58/60 |
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Oil Content |
% wt |
1.5% max |
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Colour Saybolt |
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Min + 17 |
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Appearance |
visual |
White |
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Water solubility acid & base |
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No |
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Mechanical impurity & moisture |
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No |
NEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS
Polypropylene with the brand POLYTAM is produced by the PERTAMINA Polypropylene Plant in Plaju. POLYTAM is polymer from the polymerization process of propylene gas with modified by several additives, those are antioxidant, stabilizer, lubricant, antiblock and slip agent in order to get a high quality final result.
PERTAMINA Polypropylene Plant derived 3 (three) POLYTAM grade :
POLYTAM FILM ; Used as the material of for plastic bag for food, vegetables, fruits and multipurpose bag for various need.
POLYTAM YARN ; Used as the material for plastic sack, strapping band, plastic rope, straws, raffia fiber.
POLYTAM INJECTION ; Used as the material for making plastic goods, household needs.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Under Construction