Xantar® PC, a high quality solution for electrical, automotive and consumer applications

Xantar
This family of polycarbonate (PC) resins is ideal for electrical, automotive and durable consumer goods applications where extreme high quality is required. Xantar is available in a wide range of glass fiber reinforced, impact-modified and halogen-free flame retardant grades. Xantar C and Xantar E PC blends offer exceptional mechanical performance combined with ease of processing. The entire Xantar portfolio can be accurately matched to a wide variety of molded-in colors.

Features

Superior mechanical and processing properties
Enhanced long-term stability
Shot-to-shot and lot-to-lot consistency
Halogen-free flame retardant grades
Excellent base color and color stability

Key applications

Xantar provides particular value in applications where its quality helps customers meet higher-than-normal quality demands:

Electrical and Electronics

High-end battery cases for uninterrupted power supply
Fascias and components of ATMs (Automated Teller Machines)
Mobile phone and modem housings
Enclosures
Lighting covers and canopies

Automotive

Interior components
Instrument panels

Consumer goods

Kitchenware
Toys
Rigid packaging

Xantar's commitment to the polycarbonate industry is reflected in our continued strong activity in innovation and service. This makes us a solid partner for our customers; especially in these turbulent times!

Xantar moldings are found in every walk of life, from cash dispensers to mobile phones, light switches, traffic lights and appliances

Innovations

Applying our extensive experience in joint development partnerships, we create a solid foundation for new product and application innovations:

Xantar LDS
A custom-made grade that enables selective electroless plating by means of laser direct structuring (LDS) to integrate electric circuits into molded parts.

Xantar XRM
A new family of exceptionally-robust, impact-modified Xantar grades with halogen-free flame retardance, excellent weatherability and high-impact performance.

Xantar AM
A unique new product that offers a high level of microbial resistance through prevention of cross-contamination by effectively reducing bacteria populations.

Xantar C for train interior cladding
A flame-retardant green solution to replace thermosets by offering reduced weight and increased design freedoms.

Xantar C for cable trunking
A flame-retardant PC/ABS alternative to PVC for profiles and pipes.

Xantar properties

Design Selection Criteria
ESCR Properties
Thermal Properties
Mechanical Properties
Electrical Properties
Flame Retardance
Processing Criteria

Availability in regions outside Europe is limited.

For more information on products, their availability and applications, use the link below.
Product data

For a general product overview
Xantar Brochure (1433kb pdf file)

Xantar grade selector (24kb pdf file)

Xantar® are registered tradenames of Royal DSM