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Marlex® HXB TR-512 High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

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Marlex® HXB TR-512 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a broad molecular weight distribution, extra high molecular weight ethylene-hexene copolymer engineered for large blow molded containers requiring outstanding impact resistance, excellent ESCR and long-term durability.

Its enhanced creep resistance and chemical resistance enable reliable performance in demanding industrial storage and transportation environments.

Produced using CPChem’s proprietary MarTECH® loop slurry process and advanced catalyst technologies, Marlex® HDPE resins deliver uniform molecular structure, predictable processing behavior and dependable performance across blow molding platforms.

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Properties 

PropertyTypical ValueTest Method
Density0.954 g/cm3ASTM D1505
Flow Rate (HLMI, 190°C/21.6 kg)5.5 g/10 minASTM D1238
ESCR (Condition B, 100% Igepal, F50)>1000 hASTM D1693
Tensile Impact215 ft·lb/in2ASTM D1822
Flexural Modulus (Tangent)195,000 psiASTM D790

Nominal properties reported are typical of the product but do not reflect normal testing variance and therefore should not be used for specification purposes. Values are rounded. Physical properties were determined on compression molded specimens prepared in accordance with Procedure C of ASTM D4703, Annex A1.

Key Characteristics of Marlex® HXB TR-512 HDPE 

  • Outstanding impact resistance 
  • Outstanding creep resistance 
  • Excellent ESCR 
  • Excellent chemical resistance 
  • Durability 

 

These HDPE resin properties make Marlex® HXB TR-512 PE a dependable choice for demanding blow molded polyethylene applications requiring durability, structural integrity and reliable processing.

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HDPE Resin for Blow Molded Parts and Containers

HDPE resins are engineered for both rigid and flexible processing methods. Marlex® HXB TR-512 PE is optimized for blow molding applications.

Rigid Applications

Rigid — non-exhaustive list of applications:

  • 55-gallon drums
  • Industrial tanks

 

Blow Molding These applications benefit from Marlex® HXB TR-512 PE’s ability to deliver excellent ESCR, durability and long-term performance in blow molded parts.

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Why Choose CPChem as Your HDPE Supplier

Proven Polyethylene Expertise

With decades of polyethylene manufacturing experience, CPChem delivers the consistent quality and proven performance that converters and brand owners depend on.

Proprietary MarTECH® Process

Our MarTECH® loop slurry process and advanced catalyst technologies deliver uniform molecular structure and consistent resin quality for dependable blow molding performance.

Technical Service and Support

Our experienced technical teams partner with customers to support application development, troubleshoot processing challenges, and optimize end-use performance.

Reliable Global Supply

Our global manufacturing footprint provides the consistent quality and dependable supply that converters and brand owners require to keep their operations running.

Commitment to Sustainability

Marlex® Anew™ Circular Polyethylene supports circular economy goals by enabling recycled content in demanding polyethylene applications.