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Highly engineered inorganic pigment with exceptional thermal stability up to 800 °C.
Non-hazardous formulation compliant with REACH and RoHS directives.
Excellent lightfastness (ASTM Level 8) and weather resistance for long-term outdoor performance.
Consistent particle size distribution enabling uniform dispersion in polymer and ceramic matrices.
Low oil absorption (< 25 g/100 g) facilitating high loading capacity without compromising viscosity or processability.
Coloration of engineering thermoplastics including polyamide, PBT, and PPS.
High-temperature coatings for automotive under-hood components and industrial equipment.
Pigmentation of ceramic glazes and frits for architectural and sanitaryware applications.
Functional colorant in flame-retardant cable jacketing compounds.
Stabilized pigment system for glass batch coloring in container and specialty glass manufacturing.
| Chemical Type | Metal oxide complex (chromium-iron spinel) |
| Product Form | Free-flowing dry powder |
| Appearance | Dark green to black granular powder |
| Primary Applications | Thermoplastics, high-temp coatings, ceramics, glass |
| Key Features | Thermal stability, non-toxic, UV-resistant, chemically inert |
| Benefits | No blooming, low migration, excellent batch-to-batch consistency |
| Density (g/cm³) | 4.2–4.6 |
| Moisture Content (wt%) | ≤ 0.5% |
Q1: What is the primary function of 3M iM30K Pigment in polymer systems?
A: 3M iM30K Pigment is an infrared-absorbing pigment engineered to enable selective thermal activation—such as laser marking, welding, or localized heating—in thermoplastic polymers without compromising visible appearance or mechanical integrity.
Q2: Which polymer matrices is 3M iM30K Pigment compatible with?
A: It demonstrates broad compatibility with common engineering thermoplastics including polyamide (PA6, PA66), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), polycarbonate (PC), and certain polyesters (PBT, PET), provided appropriate dispersion and thermal processing conditions are maintained.
Q3: How is 3M iM30K Pigment typically incorporated into a polymer formulation?
A: It is commonly introduced via masterbatch dilution or direct compounding using standard melt-processing equipment. Uniform dispersion is critical for consistent IR absorption performance, and optimization of screw design, residence time, and temperature profile is recommended during scale-up.
Q4: Does 3M iM30K Pigment affect the color or transparency of the final part?
A: It is formulated to be near-colorless in visible light and exhibits minimal impact on hue or clarity in transparent or lightly tinted resins—making it suitable for applications where aesthetic fidelity must be preserved alongside functional IR response.
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