Kaneka MR-502 is a silicone-acrylic composite solvent-resistant toughener designed for PC engineering plastic modification. It features outstanding low-temperature impact resistance, excellent thermal stability and chemical resistance, good retention of substrate tensile and flexural properties, and superior compatibility.
Silicone-acrylic composite system with triple excellent performance of impact resistance, thermal stability and chemical resistance
Outstanding low-temperature impact resistance, significant improvement in impact strength at -30℃/-40℃ ultra-low temperature
Good retention of PC substrate's tensile and flexural properties, no effect on the basic performance of the substrate
Better chemical resistance than the same series, resistant to glacial acetic acid, sunscreen and other media
Excellent compatibility with PC substrate, stable modification effect at 5phr addition, strong processing adaptability
Impact modification of PC, PBT, PC/ABS, PC/PBT and other engineering plastics as well as their alloys
Production of chemical equipment accessories requiring high and low temperature impact resistance and hydrolysis resistance
Toughening modification of flame-retardant PC/ABS alloy products
Preparation of engineering plastic structural parts and precision accessories under high-temperature processing conditions
Production of electronic and electrical parts, automotive engineering plastic parts used in outdoor and humid environments
| Product Information | |
| Product Name | Kaneka Silicone-Acrylic Solvent-Resistant Toughener MR-502 |
| Product Series | MR Series |
| Product Type | Silicone-Acrylic Composite Toughener |
| Appearance | Free-flowing white powder |
| Application & Formulation | |
| Application System | PC, PC/ABS, PC/PBT engineering plastics and alloys |
| Addition Ratio (Recommended) | 5phr (PC/MOD=100/5phr) |
| Mechanical Properties (PC/MOD=100/5phr) | |
| Izod Notched Impact Strength (23℃) | 58.4 kJ/m² |
| Izod Notched Impact Strength (-30℃) | 48.5 kJ/m² |
| Izod Notched Impact Strength (-40℃) | 29.4 kJ/m² |
| Tensile Yield Strength | 53.7 MPa |
| Elongation at Break | 149.8 % |
| Flexural Strength | 86.0 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus | 2078 MPa |
| Chemical Resistance | |
| Chemical Resistance - Glacial Acetic Acid | Excellent (●) |
| Chemical Resistance - Sunscreen | Good (○) |
| Chemical Resistance - Carbon Tetrachloride | Poor (×) |
| Performance Characteristics | |
| Core Performance | Excellent thermal stability, outstanding low-temperature impact resistance |
| Compatibility | Excellent compatibility with PC and its alloys |
| Processing Performance | Good processability, adaptable to various molding processes |
| Property Retention | Minimal effect on substrate's physical properties |
Q1: What is the primary function of Kaneka MR-502 in polymer formulations?
A: Kaneka MR-502 is a methacrylate-based impact modifier designed to enhance toughness and impact resistance—particularly at low temperatures—without significantly compromising stiffness or processability in rigid thermoplastic systems such as PVC, polycarbonate blends, and engineering thermoplastics.
Q2: Is MR-502 compatible with PVC compounds used in rigid profiles and pipes?
A: Yes, MR-502 exhibits excellent compatibility with unplasticized PVC (uPVC) and is widely used to improve impact strength in extruded profiles, window frames, and piping systems—especially where enhanced notch sensitivity resistance and long-term weathering performance are required.
Q3: How does MR-502 differ from conventional acrylic impact modifiers?
A: MR-502 features a uniquely engineered core-shell morphology with optimized particle size distribution and interfacial adhesion, enabling more efficient stress transfer and superior dispersion in the matrix—resulting in balanced impact/stiffness performance and reduced haze in transparent applications compared to many standard acrylic modifiers.
Q4: What processing methods are suitable for incorporating MR-502 into thermoplastics?
A: MR-502 is readily incorporated via standard melt compounding techniques—including twin-screw extrusion and high-speed mixing—and demonstrates good thermal stability during typical processing windows for PVC, PC, and PC/ABS blends.
Q5: What is the typical dosage range for MR-502 in impact-modified formulations?
A: Dosage depends on the base resin and target performance, but MR-502 is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—to achieve meaningful improvements in impact resistance without adversely affecting clarity or mechanical balance.
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