3M™ Glass Bubbles iM16K

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Density reduction leading to high weight reduction

Better strength-to-density ratio providing a consistent weight reduction and high crush strength assuring the survival of Glass Bubbles during the harsh processing conditions

Improved dimensional stability which translates to less warpage of finished parts in the plastic injection molding process

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  • Density reduction leading to high weight reduction
  • Better strength-to-density ratio providing a consistent weight reduction and high crush strength assuring the survival of Glass Bubbles during the harsh processing conditions
  • Improved dimensional stability which translates to less warpage of finished parts in the plastic injection molding process
  • Smaller particle size particularly important for class A finishing automotive parts
  • Chemical stability and inertness
  • Temperature resistance

3M™ Glass Bubbles iM16K are engineered hollow microspheres made of soda-lime borosilicate glass with a density of 0.46 g/cm³ and an excellent isostatic crush strength of 16,000 psi / 1100 bar.

The iM16K grade provides an additive with outstanding strength-to-density ratio for use in injection moulding, extrusion, and sheet molding compounds. The iM16k Glass Bubbles feature a very small medium particle size of 20 µm.

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