Vistamaxx™ 3980FL (often abbreviated as “3980”) is a polyolefin elastomer (POE) produced by ExxonMobil. It is part of the propylene-based elastomer family, offering excellent flexibility, elasticity, and processing compatibility, particularly suitable for film applications.

Material Structure and Characteristics

  • ExxonMobil Vistamaxx™ 3980FL is primarily based on propylene (PP) backbone structure with ethylene (PE) as a random comonomer, which imparts flexibility and toughness.
  • Produced using ExxonMobil’s proprietary Exxpol™ catalyst technology, ensuring consistent polymer structure and stable performance.
  • Classified as a performance elastomer, compatible with various polyolefins such as polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE).

Property

Typical Value

Description

Density

0.879 g/cm³

Low specific gravity, contributes to lightweight products

Melt Flow Rate (190 °C / 2.16 kg)

3.6 g/10 min

Moderate flowability, suitable for injection and extrusion

1% Secant Flexural Modulus

~117 MPa (≈17,000 psi)

Medium rigidity with elastic behavior

Hardness

Shore D 34

Indicates soft elastomeric behavior

Ethylene Content

~9 wt%

Influences flexibility and clarity

Environmental Compliance

RoHS compliant

Suitable for halogen-free, eco-friendly applications

Key Performance Advantages of Vistamaxx™ 3980FL

  • Excellent flexibility and elasticity: Enhances impact strength, elongation, and soft touch of end products.
  • Versatile processing: Works well in injection molding, extrusion, blown film, and compounding.
  • High compatibility: Blendable with PP, PE, and other polyolefin-based materials.
  • Low density: Ideal for lightweight product designs.
  • Thermoplastic processability: Can be re-melted and recycled.
  • Film-grade optimization: The Vistamaxx 3980FL grade is specially designed for clear, gel-free film applications.

Typical Applications

  1. Film products: Food packaging films, cold-seal films, laminating films, trash bags, liners, etc.
  2. Polypropylene modification: Enhances toughness and elasticity in PP-based parts like appliance housings or impact-modified parts.
  3. Hygiene and personal care products: Back sheets for diapers, medical films, elastic nonwovens, etc.
  4. Construction/industrial films: Protective membranes requiring tear resistance and flexibility.
  5. Footwear and soft accessories: Soft soles, anti-slip pads, grips, etc.

Purchasing and Market Notes

  • When purchasing, ensure it is genuine ExxonMobil material, and request the TDS (Technical Data Sheet) and CoA (Certificate of Analysis) if needed.
  • Check packaging integrity, batch number, production date, and storage conditions to avoid defective materials.
  • Typically supplied in 25 kg bags or bulk form, and pricing may fluctuate depending on supply, logistics, and order quantity.

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