Parts-In-Minutes ®

Polyurethanes Selector Guide

Ren Shape
Tooling Systems
Parts-In-Minutes Polyurethanes
To meet designers’ needs for rapid
prototypes and fast initial part produc-
tion, Vantico has introduced a series of
Parts-In-Minutes polyurethanes. Most
of the products set in less than two
minutes and produce parts that simu-
late the appearance and performance
of injection molded thermoplastics.
The new Parts-In-Minutes polyure-
thanes for rapid prototyping and short
part runs are low-viscosity systems
designed for use with automated dis-
pensing equipment and low-cost tool-
ing. With their extremely fast gel times,
the materials permit demolding of
durable parts in as little as 15 to 30
minutes.
Parts-In-Minutes polyurethanes can
replicate intricate design details and
exhibit a broad range of cured pro-
perties including: low to high flexural
moduli, high impact and tear strengths,
flame retardance, and high heat
deflection temperatures. The diverse
performance characteristics of the
polyurethanes allow designers to
choose a system that most closely
resembles the thermoplastic being
used for an end-product, such as
ABS, polypropylene or polyethylene.
The systems can be pigmented,
colored or painted.
The full line of Parts-In-Minutes
polyurethanes comprises 24 different
materials that are described on the
following pages.
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Product Descriptions
Elastomers
RP 6473 Si R/H Moldmaking Silicone
is a transparent material with an elonga-
tion of 300% and tear strength of 60 ppi.
RP 6481 R/H Shore 60-65A PUR is
a soft elastomer with an elongation of
300% and tear strength of 140 ppi.
RP 6482 R/H Shore 70-75A PUR is
a flexible elastomer that exhibits an
elongation of 325% and tear strength
of 190 ppi.
RP 6483 R/H Shore 80-85A PUR is
a flexible elastomer with an elongation
of 325% and tear strength of 320 ppi.
RP 6484 R/H Shore 90-95A PUR is
a resilient elastomer that offers an
elongation of 225% and tear strength
of 480 ppi.
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Low Flexural Modulus
(up to 100,000 psi)
RP 6457 R/H Shore 65D Large Part
PUR has a flexural modulus of 78,000
psi and a notched Izod impact strength
of 0.8 ft. lb./in.
RP 6480 R/H Rigid PUR Foam features
a heat deflection temperature of 138°F
and a cured density of 13-21 lb./ft3.
RP 6487 R/H Ultra High Impact, High
HDT PUR has a flexural modulus of
85,000 psi, a notched Izod impact
strength of 6.4 ft. lb./in., and a heat
deflection temperature of 209°F after
postcuring.
Medium Flexural Modulus
(from 100,000 to 250,000 psi)
RP 6450 R/H 55-Second PUR has a
flexural modulus of 184,000 psi along
with a combination of good dimensional
stability, a heat deflection temperature of
252°F, and a notched Izod impact
strength of 0.9 ft. lb./in.
RP 6451 R/H 75-Second PUR has a
flexural modulus of 181,000 psi and
features a heat deflection temperature
of 259°F and a compressive strength
of 17,900 psi.
RP 6452 R/H High Impact PUR has
a flexural modulus of 201,000 psi, a
notched Izod impact strength of 1.4 ft.
lb./in., a compressive strength of 22,300
psi and an elongation of 13%.
RP 6453-1 R/H Flame Retardant PUR
has a flexural modulus of 240,000 psi.
It exhibits a UL 94 V-O rating along with a
heat deflection temperature of 158°F.
RP 6456 R/H Shore 70D PUR has a
flexural modulus of 148,000 psi and
is supplied in dual-barrel cartridges for
manual dispensing as well as in cans for
use with automated meter/mix equip-
ment. The system has a notched Izod
impact strength of 0.7 ft. lb./in. and a
heat deflection temperature of 210°F.
RP 6459 R/H Shore 80D, Clear PUR
has a flexural modulus of 168,000 psi
and produces transparent prototypes
with a notched Izod impact strength of
1.3 ft. lb./in., a compressive strength of
30,700 psi, and an elongation of 26%.
RP 6460 R/H High Heat PUR has a
flexural modulus of 174,000 psi. It
features a heat deflection temperature
of 275°F and a notched Izod impact
strength of 1 ft. lb./in.
RP 6462 R/H Fast, High Impact,
High Heat PUR has a flexural modulus
of 120,000 psi and combines a high heat
deflection temperature of 194°F with a
notched Izod impact strength of 2.3 ft.
lb./in. Higher mechanical properties can
be achieved with a postcure.
RP 6463 R/H Slow, Crystal Clear PUR
has a flexural modulus of 250,000 psi
and a heat deflection temperature of
136°F. It has a 1:1 mix ratio by weight to
facilitate hardener blending for customiz-
ing gel times. The slow hardener yields
a gel time of 18 to 25 minutes.
RP 6463 R/H Fast, Crystal Clear PUR
has a flexural modulus of 230,000 psi,
heat deflection temperature of 152°F,
and tensile strength of 6,600 psi. Gel
time is less than six minutes.
RP 6486 R/H Slow, Ultra High Impact
PUR has a flexural modulus of 110,000
psi with an eight-minute gel time, a
notched Izod impact strength of 6.6 ft.
lb./in. and a heat deflection temperature
of 216°F after heat curing.
RP 6486 R/H Fast, Ultra High Impact
PUR has a flexural modulus of 101,000
psi and features a 150-second gel time,
a notched Izod impact strength of 6.3 ft.
lb./in., and a heat deflection temperature
of 201°F after heat curing.
High Flexural Modulus (250,000+ psi)
RP 6454 R/H High Flexural Modulus
PUR has a flexural modulus of 313,000
psi, a flexural strength of 11,700 psi and
an elongation of 12%.
RP 6455 R/H 2-Minute PUR has a
flexural modulus of 262,000 psi. For
casting large parts, it has an elongation
of 15% and a compressive strength of
32,400 psi.
RP 6458 R/H Very High Flexural
Modulus PUR has an ABS-like flexural
modulus of 432,000 psi, a flexural
strength of 16,500 psi and a tensile
strength of 9,500 psi.
RP 6461 R/H 300°F, Ultra High-
Temperature Resistant PUR has a
flexural modulus of 246,000 psi. The
rigid material features a high heat deflec-
tion temperature of 309°F after postcur-
ing, a compressive strength of 32,000 psi
and a flexural strength of 11,700 psi.
Typical Cured Properties of Parts-In-Minutes Polyurethanes*
Hardness, Flexural Flexural Flexural Notched Deflection Ultimate Elongation, Ultimate Tear Strength, Density,
ASTM D-2240, Modulus, Modulus, Strength, Izod Impact, Temperature, Tensile ASTM D-638, Compressive ASTM D-624, ASTM D-792,
Shore D ASTM D-790, Thermoplastic 5% strain ASTM D-256, ASTM D-648, °F Strength, % Strength, ppi lb./ft.3 (g/cm3)
psi Comparison+ ASTM D-790, psi ft. lb./in. 66 psi 264 psi ASTM D-638, psi ASTM D-695, psi
RP 6473 Si R/H 30 — — — — — — 600 300 — 60 63 (1.01)
Clear Silicone (Shore A)
RP 6481 R/H 60-65 — — — — — — 1,100 300 — 140 75 (1.20)
Shore 60-65A PUR (Shore A)
Elastomeric

RP 6482 R/H 70-75 — — — — — — 3,000 325 — 190 76 (1.23)

Shore 70-75A PUR (Shore A)
RP 6483 R/H 80-85 — — — — — — 3,100 325 — 320 78 (1.25)
Shore 80-85A PUR (Shore A)
RP 6484 R/H 90-95 — — — — — — 3,400 225 — 480 78 (1.25)
Shore 90-95A PUR (Shore A)

RP 6457 R/H 65 78,000 MDPE, LDPE 2,800++ 0.8 145 123 2,700 8 9,500 — 71 (1.15)
Low Flexural

Shore 65D Large Part PUR

Modulus

RP 6480 R/H 89-91 32,000 — 1,000 0.2 138 124 — — 640++ — 21 (0.34)
Rigid PUR Foam
RP 6487 R/H 64 85,000 MDPE, LDPE 3,200+++ 6.4 156 — 3,800 180 — 630 68 (1.10)
Ultra High Impact, High HDT PUR

RP 6450 R/H 77 184,000 HDPE, 7,000++ 0.9 252 208 4,900 12 23,100 — 72 (1.16)
55-Second PUR U-PP, HI-ABS
RP 6451 R/H 76 181,000 HDPE, 6,900++ 0.6 259 212 5,200 8 17,900 — 72 (1.16)
75-Second PUR U-PP, HI-ABS
RP 6452 R/H 79 201,000 HDPE, 7,900++ 1.4 181 162 5,200 13 22,300 — 72 (1.16)
High Impact PUR U-PP, HI-ABS
RP 6453-1 R/H 70 240,000 HDPE, 7,600+++ 0.5 158 186 4,600 6 11,000 — 77 (1.24)
Medium Flexural Modulus

Flame Retardant*** PUR U-PP, HI-ABS

RP 6456 R/H 70 148,000 HDPE 5,700++ 0.7 210 190 3,500 6 8,700 — 71 (1.15)
Shore 70D PUR
RP 6459 R/H 79 168,000 HDPE 6,600+++ 1.3 176 144 5,400 26 30,700 — 69 (1.11)
Shore 80D Clear PUR
RP 6460 R/H 80 174,000 HDPE, U-PP 7,100++ 1.0 275 232 5,300 8 24,500 — 73 (1.18)
High Heat PUR
RP 6462 R/H 74 120,000 HDPE 4,900+++ 2.3 194 — 4,500 75-100 — — —
Fast, High Impact, High Heat PUR
RP 6463 R/H 79 250,000 HDPE, PP 10,500+++ 1.0 136 133 4,800 50 7,700++++ — 68 (1.09)
Slow, Crystal Clear PUR
RP 6463 R/H 79 230,000 HDPE, PP 10,800+++ 1.1 152 140 5,700 40 6,800++++ — 68 (1.09)
Fast, Crystal Clear PUR
RP 6486 R/H 67 110,000 HDPE, U-PP 4,800+++ 6.6 156 — 3,600 180 — 720 72 (1.16)
Slow, Ultra High Impact PUR
RP 6486 R/H 66 101,000 HDPE, U-PP 4,500+++ 6.3 147 — 4,500 170 — 700 71 (1.15)
Fast, Ultra High Impact PUR

RP 6454 R/H 85 313,000 HR-ABS, MI-ABS, 11,700++ 0.7 186 162 7,500 12 27,100 — 75 (1.20)
High Flexural Modulus PUR HI-ABS, FR-ABS
High Flexural

RP 6455 R/H 83 262,000 HI-ABS 10,000++ 0.8 183 148 6,400 15 32,400 — 75 (1.20)
2-Minute PUR
Modulus

RP 6458 R/H 86 432,000 FR-ABS, PS 16,500 0.9 136 129 9,500 13 14,100 — 75 (1.21)
Very High Flexural Modulus PUR
RP 6461 R/H** 81 246,000 U-PP, HI-ABS 11,700 0.7 309 286 7,800 10 32,000 — 73 (1.18)
300°F Rigid PUR
* After 7 days at room temperature ++
Sample did not break +
Similiar to HDPE = High density polyethylene PP = Polypropylene MI-ABS = Medium impact ABS
** Cured for 1 hr. at 212°F+1hr. at 248°F+2 hrs. at 284°F +++
At yield MDPE = Medium density polyethylene U-PP = Unfilled polypropylene HI-ABS = High impact ABS
*** UL 94 V-O @ 0.125 inches ++++
0.2% offset LDPE = Low density polyethylene HR-ABS = Heat resistant ABS FR-ABS = Flame retardant ABS
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Typical Mixed Properties of Parts-In-Minutes Polyurethanes
Gel Time, Estimated Demold Time, Color, Visual Viscosity, Mix Ratio,
ASTM D-2471, Maximum min. Resin Hardener Cured ASTM D-2393, cP Resin to Hardener,
sec. Shoot Time, min. Resin Hardener By wt. By vol.

RP 6473 Si R/H 150-200 min. 3.0-5.0 24 hrs. Clear Clear Clear 50,000 90 100:7 —
Clear Silicone
RP 6481 R/H 60-90 1.1-2.25 60 Lt. Yellow Off-white Natural 135 2,000 50:100 50:100
Shore 60-65A PUR
Elastomeric

RP 6482 R/H 60-90 1.1-2.25 60 Amber Off-white Natural 45 1,700 50:100 50:100
Shore 70-75A PUR
RP 6483 R/H 60-120 1.1-3.0 60 Amber Off-white Natural 45 2,200 50:100 50:100
Shore 80-85A PUR
RP 6484 R/H 60-120 1.1-3.0 60 Amber Off-white Natural 45 2,100 67:100 67:100
Shore 90-95A PUR

RP 6457 R/H 90-120 2.25-3.0 60-120 Dk. Brown Cream Buff 170 750 53:100 50:100
Low Flexural

Shore 65D Large Part PUR

Modulus

RP 6480 R/H 100 2.5 30-60 Dk. Brown Clear Yellow 170 440 100:100 85:100
Rigid PUR Foam
RP 6487 R/H 60-80 1.75 15-30 Lt. Amber Dk. Amber Dk. Amber 7,800 40 100:44 100:50
Ultra High Impact, High HDT PUR

RP 6450 R/H 45-65 1.2-1.7 15-30 Dk. Brown Cream Buff 170 1,600 80:100 67:100
55-Second PUR
RP 6451 R/H 65-85 1.7-2.2 20-45 Dk. Brown Cream Buff 170 1,600 80:100 67:100
75-Second PUR
RP 6452 R/H 50-70 1.25-1.75 15-30 Clear Amber Cream Off-white 30 1,600 80:100 67:100
High Impact PUR
RP 6453-1 R/H 50-70 1.25-1.75 15-30 Amber Cream Buff 200 2,400 65:100 65:100
Medium Flexural Modulus

Flame Retardant PUR

RP 6456 R/H 45-65 1.2-1.7 15-30 Dk. Brown Cream Buff 170 1,600 60:100 50:100
Shore 72D PUR
RP 6459 R/H 180-240 4.5-6.0 120 Clear Clear Clear 1,200 1,200 100:100 100:100
Shore 80D Clear PUR
RP 6460 R/H 45-65 1.2-1.7 15-30 Dk. Brown Cream Buff 170 1,500 80:100 67:100
High Heat PUR
RP 6462 R/H 40-50 1.2-1.5 5 Brown Black Black 550 1,400 75:100 66:100
Fast, High Impact, High Heat PUR
RP 6463 R/H 18-25 min. — 16 hrs. Clear Clear Crystal Clear 280 700 100:100 100:100
Slow, Crystal Clear PUR
RP 6463 R/H 4-6 min. 6-9 4 hrs. Clear Clear Crystal Clear 280 700 100:100 100:100
Fast, Crystal Clear PUR
RP 6486 R/H 7-8 min. 10 2 hrs. Lt. Amber Amber Amber 7,800 75 100:50 100:50
Slow, Ultra High Impact PUR
RP 6486 R/H 90-150 3 60 Lt. Amber Amber Amber 7,800 100 100:50 100:50
Fast, Ultra High Impact PUR

RP 6454 R/H 45-65 1.2-1.7 15-30 Amber Cream Caramel 75 1,700 80:100 67:100
High Flexural Modulus PUR
High Flexural

RP 6455 R/H 100-130 2.5-3.25 45-90 Dk. Brown Cream Caramel 170 1,800 80:100 67:100
2-Minute PUR
Modulus

RP 6458 R/H 35-60 1.1-1.6 15-30 Amber Clear Clear Amber 75 400 100:85 100:100
Very High Flexural Modulus PUR
RP 6461 R/H 45 1.2 60 Amber Black Black 30 2,150 100:85 100:100
300°F Rigid PUR

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Material Handling Guidelines
Forming parts from Parts-In-Minutes
polyurethanes -- particularly when build-
ing large pieces weighing five pounds or
more -- requires careful material selection
to ensure adequate gel time to shoot the
part. If the polyurethane starts to set up
in the mold and the dispensing equipment
continues to pump, catastrophic tool fail-
ure can occur. Before starting a project,
therefore, the time required to completely
fill the mold should be determined and
compared with the gel time of the
polyurethane to be used.
Shoot Time
Calculate shoot time using the following
formula:
Part Weight (lbs.)
= Part Shoot Time
Pumping Capacity
(min.)*
(lbs./min.)
Determine part weight by taking part
dimensions from a drawing and calculat-
ing the weight based on a Parts-In-
Minutes polyurethane density of 70 lb./ft3.
If a master model exists, it can be
weighed and the prototype part weight
estimated by comparing the densities of
the Parts-In-Minutes polyurethane vs. the
material used in the master.
Determine pumping capacity of the
meter mixing equipment by shooting
polyurethane into an empty cup for a
specified time period. Then, calculate
the pounds dispensed per minute.
*NOTE: Actual pumping time may
take up to 10 to 20% longer than the
calculated time because the equip-
ment injection rate may slow down
as the tool fills with polyurethane.
Part Injection
Material Selection. Choose a
polyurethane with a gel time long enough
to provide for complete mold filling, keep-
ing in mind that Parts-In-Minutes poly-
urethanes can be dispensed into the
mold for a period approximately 50%
longer than the gel time stated on the
product specification sheet. Calculated
part shoot time should not exceed the
estimated maximum shoot time indicated
on page 8 for each Parts-In-Minutes
polyurethane. If the estimated maximum
shoot time is exceeded, the pumping
capacity of the dispensing equipment
must be increased or a different material
selected.
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Polyurethane Injection. Injecting a
part for longer than the estimated maxi-
mum shoot time may damage the tool or
result in a poor quality part. If the poly-
urethane gels in the mold and shooting
continues, the resulting “hydraulic effect”
can cause internal tool pressure to build
up. If the pressure becomes too great, it
can cause tool failure.
If possible, feed the polyurethane into
the mold from several different locations
using an exterior runner or manifold. This
manifold can be easily built using standard
shop materials: vinyl tubing, plastic or
brass T’s with barbed fittings, and hose
clamps. NOTE: It is especially important
to run tubing into tool areas that will be
difficult to fill.
Other Considerations
Part Shrinkage. A variety of factors can
affect the shrinkage obtained with Parts-
In-Minutes polyurethanes including: cast-
ing thickness, gel time, temperature, mold
type, and length of time the part is left in
the mold. Shrinkage of Parts-In-Minutes
polyurethanes generally ranges from less
than 0.001 in./in. for small parts to 0.004
to 0.006 in./in. for large parts or parts with
a wall thickness of 3 mm or more. Please
contact your Ren Shape Tooling Systems
representative for more details.
Tooling. Molds for large parts can be
built using room-temperature laminating
materials, silicone rubbers, casting epox-
ies or polyurethanes, or a combination of
these products.
Internal Pressure. The mold’s inter-
nal pressure is affected by dispensing
equipment pumping rate, tool venting, part
size and thickness, and polyurethane vis-
cosity. In general, the pressure inside the
tool will be low, unless the polyurethane
gels and pumping continues and creates
a hydraulic effect as described above.
Pigmenting/Coloring. Parts-In-
Minutes (PIM) polyurethanes can be col-
ored to most end-user specifications
using PIM coloring pastes. Pastes are
available in: Jet Black, White, Yellow,
Red, Green, Blue and Brown. The
pastes may also be blended to produce
custom colors. PIM color pastes are
concentrated to provide for good color
intensity at low proportions; colors may
be added to the hardener component of
Parts-In-Minutes polyurethanes at a level
up to 3% by weight. Each of the new
pastes is supplied in a 400-gram, wide-
mouth jar along with two empty syringes
to facilitate precise dispensing.
Painting. Polyurethane prototypes
can be readily painted using the proper
materials and procedures. Before begin-
ning, allow the part to cure for at least 24
hours after molding. NOTE: If the cured
surface is oily, the typical cause is an
improper resin to hardener mix ratio.
Correct the mix ratio to produce proto-
types with a smooth, dry surface before
attempting to apply paint. Then, wash
surfaces with an automotive grease and
wax remover such as PPG Acryli-Clean
DX 330. This type of product is formulat-
ed to take off silicone wax and is, there-
fore, ideal for removing silicone release
agents remaining on parts after demold-
ing. NOTE: RP 76 release can be
removed by washing surfaces with a
commercial-grade automatic dishwashing
detergent and hot (150°F) water.
Next, etch surfaces by sanding, bead
blasting, or sand blasting. NOTE: This is
necessary because polyurethanes, unlike
thermoplastics, do not soften when
exposed to solvent. Polyurethane sur-
faces must be etched to produce a good
bond between the prototype and the
paint. After etching, clean the part once
again using grease and wax remover to
remove any contaminants that may have
been redeposited on the surface during
sanding.
To begin the painting process, apply
a surface primer, such Du Pont Fill’ N
Sand #131S. Allow the primer to dry
according to package instructions and
etch again. Then, apply the topcoat
color. Lacquer finishes, such as Du Pont
Clear Coat 380S, are easy to use and
produce good results. However, when
coating a flexible polyurethane part, a
flexible paint that can be obtained from
an auto body repair shop supplier must
be used.
Whether a lacquer or flexible paint is
selected, it is critical to follow the manu-
facturer’s recommendations for that par- modifying of rigid polyurethane prototype trigger pulls are used, the paste will be
ticular product. (One company supplies parts. The system is supplied in amber more viscous and sag-resistant for appli-
six different thinners and each has its or black and is packaged in convenient cation to vertical surfaces.
own handling properties, including dry 50 ml dual-cartridges for neat, easy Packaging. Parts-In-Minutes
times ranging from 30 seconds to more mixing and dispensing. It gels in 45 to polyurethanes are supplied in one-gallon
than one hour.) 75 seconds and can be sanded after and five-gallon containers and drums.
During painting, minimize the amount 15 minutes. For packaging information on specific
of paint applied. When excessive paint is To patch or bond a part with RP products, call customer service or
used, drying time will be increased and 6465 R/H polyurethane, install a static contact your distributor.
may cause the part to warp until the mixing nozzle on the cartridge and then Storage. Store at temperatures
paint is completely cured. (Complete pull the trigger on the dispensing gun to between 70°F and 90°F. Parts-In-Minutes
cure of a part coated with excessive apply material directly onto the repair polyurethanes are moisture-sensitive and
amounts of paint can take several area. For void filling, the dispensing gun are packaged under a blanket of dry
weeks.) trigger can be pulled quickly to utilize the nitrogen. This factory seal should be
Bonding and Repair. RP 6465 R/H dual-viscosity characteristics of the maintained. After use, reblanket any
Part-In-Minutes polyurethane is specially paste. The dispensed material will flow material remaining in the container with
formulated for fast patching, bonding or easily with fast trigger pulls. If slow, even dry nitrogen and tightly reseal.
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Buyer’s sole remedy and Seller’s sole liability for any claims shall be Buyer’s
purchase price. Data and results are based on controlled or lab work and
must be confirmed by Buyer by testing for its intended conditions of use.
The products described herein have not been tested for, and are therefore
not recommended for, uses for which prolonged contact with mucous mem-
branes, abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which implantation
within the human body is intended.

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