The Finest Specialty Polyesters in the Industry
We manufacture a complete line of polyester polyols for use in formulating urethanes of all types.
Millester 1
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 1 difunctional polyester should be considered for the preparation of polyurethanes in those applications in which the requirements include:
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling
- Moderately high tensile strength, resistance to tear, good low-temperature properties and resiliency in the finished polyurethane.
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol/1,4 butanediol adipate
USES:
- High-performance shoe sole applications
- One-shot castable elastomer systems
- The preparation of flexible coating and adhesives
- Two-component polyurethane systems
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 1 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 1-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2040 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 9900 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 3800 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1300 |
Pounds/Gallon @ 25° C | 9.6 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 1-98 |
Hydroxyl Number | 88-108 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1145 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 2250 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 1250 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 475 |
Pounds/Gallon @ 25° C | 9.6 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 1-135 |
Hydroxyl Number | 125-145 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 830 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 1400 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 650 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 270 |
Pounds/Gallon @ 25° C | 9.6 |
Millester 11
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 11 difunctional polyester should be considered for the preparation of polyurethanes in those applications in which the requirements include:
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling
- Moderately high tensile strength, resistance to tear, good low-temperature properties and resiliency in the finished polyurethane.
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol/1,4 butanediol adipate
USES:
- High-performance shoe sole applications
- One-shot castable elastomer systems
- The preparation of flexible coating and adhesives
- Two-component polyurethane systems
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 11 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 11-55 | ||
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 | ||
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2040 | ||
Acid Number | <1.0 | ||
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 | ||
Color, Gardner | <2 | ||
Form @ 25°C | Liquid | ||
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 9900 | ||
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 3800 | ||
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1300 | ||
Pounds/Gallon @ 25° C | 9.6 |
Millester 111-55D
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 111-55D difunctional polyesters should be considered for the preparation of polyurethanes in those applications in which the requirements include:
- A low melting point polyester for ease of handling
- Moderately high tensile strength, resistance to tear, good low-temperature properties and resiliency in the finished polyurethane.
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol/1,4 butanediol adipate
USES:
- High-performance shoe sole applications
- One-shot castable elastomer systems
- The preparation of flexible coating and adhesives
- Two-component polyurethane systems
- Polyurethane prepolymers
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 111-55D | ||
Hydroxyl Number | 53-59 | ||
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2040 | ||
Acid Number | 0.6 | ||
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.05 | ||
Color, Gardner | <150 | ||
Form @ 25°C | Solid | ||
Liquid @ C | 35 | ||
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 3800 | ||
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1300 | ||
Millester 2
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 2 difunctional polyesters should be selected as raw material for the preparation of polyurethanes when final polymer properties are required, such as:
- High tensile and tear strength, hardness and resiliency.
- Resistance to abrasion and solvents
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol adipate
USES:
MILLESTER 2 polyester is recommended in particular for the manufacture of polyurethane:
- Fabric coatings
- Flexible adhesives
- Castable elastomers
- Thermoplastics
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 2 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-37 |
Hydroxyl Number | 34-40 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3030 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1700 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2040 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1200 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-75 |
Hydroxyl Number | 70-80 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1495 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 750 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-90 |
Hydroxyl Number | 83-97 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1245 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 585 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-110 |
Hydroxyl Number | 100-120 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1020 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 400 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-135 |
Hydroxyl Number | 125-145 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 830 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 260 |
Millester 2D
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 2D polyesters are a special low reactivity grade of difunctional polyester and should be selected as raw material for the preparation of polyurethanes when final polymer properties are required, such as:
- High tensile and tear strength, hardness and resiliency.
- Resistance to abrasion and solvents
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol adipate
USES:
MILLESTER 2D polyesters are recommended in particular for the manufacture of polyurethane:
- Castable elastomers
- Fabric coatings
- Flexible adhesives
- Thermoplastics
- Polyurethane prepolymers
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-55D |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2040 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1200 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 2-110D |
Hydroxyl Number | 100-120 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1020 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 400 |
Millester 23
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 23 is a low reactivity difunctional polyester. It should be selected as raw material for the preparation of polyurethanes when final polymer properties are required, such as:
- High tensile and tear strength, hardness and resiliency.
- Resistance to abrasion and solvents
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol adipate/propylene glycol adipate
USES:
MILLESTER 23 polyester is recommended in particular for the manufacture of polyurethane:
- Castable elastomers
- Fabric coatings
- Flexible adhesives
- Thermoplastics
- Polyurethane prepolymers
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 23-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1150 |
Millester 231
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 231 is a branched, fully saturated hydroxyl-terminated polyester used in the preparation of polyurethane where the final properties required are:
- Good abrasion resistance.
- Excellent solvent resistance.
- High elasticity.
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol adipate/propylene glycol adipate branched
USES:
- Castable elastomers
- Laminating adhesives
- Microcellular foams
- Packaging adhesives
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 231 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 515lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 23-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @° C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1150 |
Millester 232
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 232 is a branched, fully saturated hydroxyl terminated polyester used in the preparation of polyurethane where the final properties required are:
- High tensile and tear strength, hardness and resiliency.
- Resistance to abrasion and solvents.
- High elasticity.
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol adipate/propylene glycol adipate branched
USES:
- Castable elastomers
- Laminating adhesives
- Microcellular foams
- Packaging adhesives
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 232 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 515lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 232-43 |
Hydroxyl Number | 41-45 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2600 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Viscosity, @ 40°C cps | 23500 |
Viscosity, @ 60°C cps | 6400 |
Functionality | <3.0 |
Millester 272
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 272 is a slightly branched aliphatic hydroxyl-terminated polyester. It is recommended for the preparation of polyurethanes in which the basic requirements include:
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling
- High Performance, high flex elastomers.
- Suitability for use in MDI systems.
- Excellent solvent resistance.
- Good low-temperature properties.
Chemical Structure: Ethylene glycol/butanediol adipate branched
USES:
- Adhesives
- Coatings
- Microcellular foams
- One-shot cast elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 272 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 272-43 |
Hydroxyl Number | 40-46 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2600 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C cps | 6000 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C cps | 2100 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25° C | 9.6 |
Millester 3
CHARACTERISTICS
MILLESTER 3 are difunctional polyesters that should be considered for the preparation of polyurethane, particularly for those applications in which the requirements include:
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling.
- Improved hydrolytic stability over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
- Softness and flexibility.
Chemical Structure: Propylene glycol adipate
USES:
- Bonding adhesives
- Castable prepolymers
- One-shot castable elastomer systems
- Solution polymers for fabric coatings
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 3 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 3-42 | 3-46 | 3-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 38-46 | 41-51 | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2700 | 2500 | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 | <1.0 | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 | <1 | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 26500 | 12250 | 12500 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 8460 | 6050 | 3700 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 2140 | 1650 | 1000 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 3-42 | 3-46 | 3-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 38-46 | 41-51 | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2700 | 2500 | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 | <1.0 | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 | <1 | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 26500 | 12250 | 12500 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 8460 | 6050 | 3700 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 2140 | 1650 | 1000 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 3-42 | 3-46 | 3-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 38-46 | 41-51 | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2700 | 2500 | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 | <1.0 | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 | <1 | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid | Liquid | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 26500 | 12250 | 12500 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 8460 | 6050 | 3700 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 2140 | 1650 | 1000 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 |
Millester 4
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 4 is a family of difunctional polyesters that are appropriate candidates for the preparation of polyurethanes in which:
- The liquid nature of the polyester itself is required for ease of processing.
- The predominant properties essential in the finished polymer include high elongation, softness and flexibility.
-Lower cost raw materials are essential.
Chemical Structure: Diethylene glycol adipate
USES:
- These polyesters are recommended for the manufacture of end products in which combinations of the above properties are needed
- Coatings and adhesives for flexible substrates
- Low durometer elastomers both by prepolymer and one-shot techniques
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 4 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 4-37 |
Hydroxyl Number | 34-40 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 9250 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 6200 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1950 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.8 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 4-44 |
Hydroxyl Number | 41-47 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2500 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 8000 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 4400 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1400 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.8 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 4-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 8000 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 3000 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 950 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.7 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 4-115 |
Hydroxyl Number | 105-125 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 1865 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 700 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 375 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.7 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 4-220 |
Hydroxyl Number | 210-235 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 500 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 550 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 215 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | N/A |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.7 |
Millester 410
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 410 is a family of difunctional polyesters that are appropriate candidates for the preparation of polyurethanes in those applications in which:
- The liquid nature of the polyester itself is required for ease of processing.
- The predominant properties essential in the finished polymer include good tensile strength, tear-resistance and better hydrolytic stability than Millester 4
- Lower cost raw materials are essential.
Chemical Structure: Diethylene glycol adipate
USES:
- These polyesters are recommended for the manufacture of end products in which combinations of the above properties are needed
- Coatings and adhesives for flexible substrates
- Low durometer elastomers both by prepolymer and one-shot techniques
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 410 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 410-57 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-62 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <4 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 5700 |
Millester 5
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 5 polyesters are lightly branched. They are recommended for the preparation of polyurethanes in those applications in which the basic requirements include:
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling.
- Final polymer properties such as good solvent resistance, softness, flexibility and elongation.
Chemical Structure: Diethylene glycol adipate branched
USES:
Millester 5 polyesters are useful for the manufacture of:
- Castable prepolymers
- Flexible foams, coatings and adhesives
- Printing roller applications
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 5 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 410-57 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-62 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <4 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 5700 |
Millester 510
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 510 is a slightly branched hydroxyl-terminated saturated polyester. This liquid polyester is based on mixed aliphatic-aromatic dibasic acids. Polyurethanes based on this unique polyester possess good chemical and solvent resistance coupled with toughness and aging resistance.
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling.
- Final polymer properties such as good solvent resistance, softness, flexibility and elongation.
Chemical Structure: Diethylene glycol/mixed aliphatic aromatic dibasic acids branched
USES:
Millester 510 is useful in the manufacture of:
- Adhesives
- Hard durable coatings
- Microcellular foams
- One-shot cast elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 510 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 510-125 ST |
Hydroxyl Number | 115-135 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 900 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <3 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 25°C | 10200 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 3035 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 770 |
Millester 52
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 52 is a moderately branched, hydroxyl-terminated polyester which is an appropriate candidate for the preparation of polyurethane in those applications which:
- A liquid nature of the polyester itself is required for ease of processing.
- High isocyanate ration tolerance.
- Excellent flex life of polyurethane at low and ambient temperatures.
Chemical Structure: Diethylene glycol adipate branched
USES:
Millester 52 is recommended for the manufacture of end products such as:
- Adhesives
- Microcellular foams
- One-shot elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 52 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 52-43 |
Hydroxyl Number | 40-46 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2600 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 8500 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 3000 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.7 |
Millester 51
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 51 polyesters are lightly branched. It is recommended for the preparation of flexible polyurethanes. They are also used in those applications for the preparation of polyurethane foam in which the basic requirements include:
- A liquid polyester for ease of handling.
- Final polymer properties such as good solvent resistance, softness, flexibility and elongation.
Chemical Structure: Glycerine branched diethylene glycol adipate
USES:
Millester 51 polyesters are useful for the manufacture of:
- Castable prepolymers
- Flexible foams, coatings and adhesives
- Printing roller applications
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 51 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 51-43 |
Hydroxyl Number | 49-57 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2100 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 34000 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25°C | 9.7 |
Millester 7
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 7 is a difunctional polyesters are useful for the preparation of polyurethanes when the following polymer properties are sought:
- High crystallinity and hardness.
- High tensile strength and tear resistance.
- Resiliency and flexibility.
- Solvent resistance.
Chemical Structure: 1,4 Butanediol adipate
USES:
These polyesters are recommended for the manufacture of:
- Thermoplastic elastomers
- Shoe Adhesives
- Solution polymers
- Castable elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 7 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 7-40 |
Hydroxyl Number | 36-44 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2800 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | - |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 3150 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 7-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 65 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | - |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1470 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 7-110 |
Hydroxyl Number | 100-120 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | - |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 385 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 7-160 |
Hydroxyl Number | 145-175 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 700 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 40 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 475 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | - |
Millester 8
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 8 polyesters have relatively high branching. These products are suggested for the preparation of polyurethanes, especially when the following properties are primary objectives:
- A liquid polyester of r ease of handling.
- Final polymer properties including solvent resistance, high tensile strength, harness and outstanding abrasion resistance.
Chemical Structure: 1,3 Butanediol glycol adipate branched
USES:
Millester 8 polyesters are useful for the manufacture of:
- Adhesives
- Maintenance coatings
- Castable elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 8 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 500lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 8-165 |
Hydroxyl Number | 155-175 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 680 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 40°C | 12500 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 3500 |
Pounds/Gallons @ 25° C | 9.4 |
Millester 9
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 9 difunctional polyesters are suggested for the preparation of polyurethanes when the requirements include:
- Outstanding resistance to hydrolysis and weathering over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
- Excellent heat stability over most standard ethylene adipate polyester.
- Good tensile and tear strength coupled with flexibility.
- Good low temperature properties.
Chemical Structure: 1,6 Hexanediol/neopentyl glycol adipate
USES:
-Solution polymers
-Fabric coatings
-One-shot and prepolymer castable elastomers
-Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 9 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 450lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 9-35 |
Hydroxyl Number | 32-38 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3200 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 40 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 3500 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 9-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 40 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1400 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 9-120 |
Hydroxyl Number | 110-130 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 935 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | <0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 40 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 320 |
Millester 10
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 10 difunctional polyesters are especially useful of the preparation of polyurethanes when the final polymer properties should include a combination of the following:
- Excellent hydrolytic stability over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
- Outstanding heat aging and weathering over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
- High tensile strength and tear resistance.
- Resiliency and good low-temperature properties.
Chemical Structure: 1,6 Hexanediol adipate/isophthalate
USES:
- Solution polymers
- Fabric coatings
- Thermoplastic elastomers
- One-shot and prepolymer castable elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 10 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 450lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 10-35 | 10-75 | 10-120 |
Hydroxyl Number | 32-38 | 70-80 | 110-130 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3200 | 1500 | 935 |
Acid Number | <1.0 | <1.0 | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 | <1 | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid | Solid | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 6000 | 1250 | 475 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 10-35 | 10-75 | 10-120 |
Hydroxyl Number | 32-38 | 70-80 | 110-130 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3200 | 1500 | 935 |
Acid Number | <1.0 | <1.0 | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 | <1 | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid | Solid | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 6000 | 1250 | 475 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 10-35 | 10-75 | 10-120 |
Hydroxyl Number | 32-38 | 70-80 | 110-130 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3200 | 1500 | 935 |
Acid Number | <1.0 | <1.0 | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 | <1 | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid | Solid | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 45 | 45 | 45 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 6000 | 1250 | 475 |
Millester 16
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 16 difunctional polyesters are especially useful of the preparation of polyurethanes when the final polymer properties should included combination of the following:
- Excellent hydrolytic stability over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
- Outstanding heat aging and weathering over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
- High tensile strength and tear resistance.
- Resiliency and good low temperature properties.
Chemical Structure: 1,6 Hexanediol adipate
USES:
Millester 16 polyesters are recommended in particular for the manufacture of polyurethane:
- Solution polymers
- Fabric coatings
- Thermoplastic elastomers
- One-shot and prepolymer castable elastomers
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 16 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 450lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 16-28 |
Hydroxyl Number | 25-31 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 4000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 4600 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 16-35 |
Hydroxyl Number | 32-38 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 3200 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 3300 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 16-40 |
Hydroxyl Number | 36-44 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2800 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 2500 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 16-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 1100 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 16-110 |
Hydroxyl Number | 100-120 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 325 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 16-160 |
Hydroxyl Number | 145-175 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 700 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <1 |
Form @ 25°C | Solid |
Liquid @ °C | 60 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 170 |
Millester 253
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE
MILLESTER 253 are a family of difunctional polyesters which are appropriate candidates for the preparation of polyurethanes in those applications in which:
- The liquid nature of the polyester is required for ease of processing.
- The predominant properties essential in the finished polymer include excellent heat aging, weatherability and hydrolysis resistance over most standard ethylene adipate polyesters.
Chemical Structure: Neopentyl glycol adipate
USES:
- Coatings and adhesives for flexible substrates
- Wood coatings
- Polyurethane prepolymers
SHIPPING AND HANDLING
MILLESTER 253 polyesters are supplied in 55-gallon non-returnable steel drums, 450lb. Net. Samples are available for initial evaluations. Intermediate quantities for development purposes will be furnished on request. These polyesters are slightly hygroscopic; exposure to the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum.
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 253-55 |
Hydroxyl Number | 52-58 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 2000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, @ 25°C | - |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 2300 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 253-110 |
Hydroxyl Number | 110-120 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 1000 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, @ 25°C | - |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 700 |
TYPICAL PROPERTIES | 253-190 |
Hydroxyl Number | 175-205 |
Molecular Weight, Avg. | 600 |
Acid Number | <1.0 |
Moisture, Percentage (as shipped) | 0.1 |
Color, Gardner | <2 |
Form @ 25°C | Liquid |
Viscosity, Brookfield, @ 25°C | 2800 |
Viscosity, Brookfield, cps @ 60°C | 275 |