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Cellulosic is a subcategory of Cellulosic. Its elastic modulus ranges from 190 to 220 MPa. Its tensile strength ranges from 7000 to 8000 MPa at break. Its flexural strength ranges from 9000 to 11000 MPa. Its compressive strength ranges from 2100 to 8000 MPa. Its Izod Impact strength ranges from 5 to 7 J/cm. Its elongation at break ranges from 40 to 45 %. Its hardness ranges from 95 to 115 Rockwell R. Its specific gravity ranges from 1.35 to 1.4. Its coefficient of thermal expansion ranges from 80 to 120 x 10-6/°C. Its molding pressure ranges from 2 to 5 MPa.
Cellulosic is a thermoplastic modified natural polymer substance. cellulose nitrate Cellulosic is commonly used in molding and extrusion compounds.
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Other common Cellulosic include Molding Compound and Sheet Cellulosic, Sheet Cellulosic, Molding and Extrusion Compound Cellulosic, Molding and Extrusion Compound Cellulosic, and Molding and Extrusion Compound Cellulosic.
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