LCP Vectra E130i: Micro-Molding & High-Density Connectors
Published: 2026-06-02
LCP Vectra E130i for micro-molding down to 0.15mm wall thickness. Flow-direction strength ~3× transverse — gate placement is critical. Fills 120mm flow length at 0.3mm wall. No other thermoplastic matches LCP's thin-wall flow.
LCP Vectra E130i for micro-molding down to 0.15mm wall thickness. Flow-direction strength ~3× transverse — gate placement is critical. Fills 120mm flow length at 0.3mm wall. No other thermoplastic matches LCP's thin-wall flow.
Technical Properties
| Density | 1.61 g/cm³ |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 150 MPa |
| Melting Point | 335 °C |
| Shrinkage Rate | 0.1%(flow)/0.6%(trans) |
| Flexural Modulus | 13 GPa |
| Hdt | 270 °C at 1.82 MPa |
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Equivalents & Cross-References
| Equivalent / Alternate | Action |
|---|---|
| Vectra E130i | |
| Zenite 6130L |
Frequently Asked Questions
Minimum wall thickness?
0.15mm with flow up to 120mm. Standard for 0.3-0.5mm pitch electronic connectors.
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References & Industry Standards
- ASTM International. Standard Specifications for Engineering Plastics & Thermoplastics. astm.org
- UL Prospector. Plastics & Elastomers Material Database. ulprospector.com
- MatWeb. Material Property Data for Engineering Thermoplastics. matweb.com
- ISO 1043. Plastics — Symbols and Abbreviated Terms. iso.org