Gail HDPE G Lene I60U080

Gail HDPE G‑Lene I60U080 is a UV‑stabilized high‑density polyethylene (HDPE) resin designed for injection moulding of crates and rigid moulded parts that see outdoor exposure. It is positioned for applications like soft‑drink and milk crates, fishing crates, and helmets—where converters need high flow for fast filling, low warpage for dimensional control, and weatherability to handle sunlight‑driven ageing.

This grade is manufactured by GAIL (India) Limited under the G‑Lene petrochemicals portfolio. GAIL describes I60U080 as an injection‑moulding HDPE produced via G‑Lene swing‑plant technology (Sclairtech solution and Unipol gas‑phase routes) and supplied in UV‑stabilized form (the “U” suffix). For buyers, this means a resin intended to keep parts tougher and more stable in real‑world outdoor handling—stacking, drops, moisture, and repeated sunlight exposure.

For specification and QA: the GAIL technical sheet explicitly states that I60U080 conforms to IS 7328:2020 with natural‑resin designation IS 7328‑3‑MD‑GXDD (certificate available on request). This is a strong compliance anchor for moulded product raw‑material standardization.

Technical insights

I60U080 is typically evaluated by moulders on flow, stiffness/shape retention, impact balance, and outdoor durability:

Flow and cycle‑time performance: With a typical Melt Flow Index (MFI, I2 at 190°C/2.16 kg) of 8.0 g/10 min, I60U080 sits in the high‑flow injection‑moulding class. High flow generally supports easier filling of thin walls, ribs, and complex crate geometries—often enabling shorter cycle times and more consistent part replication across cavities.

Stiffness and stacking behavior: A typical density of 0.960 g/cm³ indicates a high‑density structure associated with higher stiffness in rigid parts. The typical flexural modulus of 9500 kg/cm² supports the grade’s positioning for crates that must hold shape under stacking and transport loads.

Strength and impact balance for handling crates: Typical tensile strength at yield of 255 kg/cm² indicates solid load‑bearing capability for routine handling. Typical elongation at yield of 10% and elongation at break >350% suggest the resin can deform before failing—useful in crates and helmets that face repeated knocks.

Surface hardness and heat‑softening indicator: Typical Shore D hardness of 67 aligns with the rigid feel expected in crates and protective rigid parts. Typical Vicat softening point (10 N) of 124°C is a practical indicator for resistance to softening at elevated temperatures during storage/transport.

ESCR and what it means in practice: The grade includes an ESCR value (ASTM D1693, 10% Igepal, F50) reported as <24 hours in the provided inputs. ESCR is relevant when parts see detergents, surfactants, or stress + chemical exposure; for crate applications, validate ESCR needs against your end‑use environment and cleaning chemicals.

UV stabilization (outdoor weatherability): UV stabilization is intended to improve resistance to sunlight‑driven degradation such as embrittlement, surface cracking, and discoloration. For beverage and dairy crates stored outdoors, this is often the key differentiator versus non‑UV injection grades.

Applications

Outdoor soft‑drink and milk crates

G‑Lene I60U080 is recommended for soft‑drink and milk crates used in outdoor distribution cycles—loading bays, open trucks, and yard storage. High flow supports high‑throughput moulding, while UV stabilization helps maintain durability and appearance over repeated sunlight exposure.

Fishing crates and outdoor handling baskets

Fishing crates and outdoor handling baskets often face wet conditions, sunlight, and rough handling. I60U080’s combination of stiffness, impact balance, and weatherability makes it a practical candidate for rigid crate designs that must stay stackable and crack‑resistant.

Helmets and rigid moulded protective parts

GAIL also positions I60U080 for helmets. In rigid protective parts, converters typically value consistent mould filling, good surface finish, and a balance of stiffness and toughness—while UV stabilization can help when products are stored or used in outdoor environments.

Comparable alternatives

Comparable HDPE injection‑moulding grades exist in India, including other GAIL G‑Lene grades such as I60A080 (non‑UV) and I62A080U (UV‑stabilized, higher stiffness). However, direct interchangeability should not be assumed unless manufacturer data sheets align on key parameters like MFI (flow), density (stiffness), tensile at yield, flexural modulus, impact (Izod), ESCR, and the presence/type of UV stabilization.

Positioning‑wise, I60U080 can be treated as a UV‑stabilized version of a high‑flow crate grade: it targets outdoor‑exposed crates without fundamentally moving away from the high‑flow, production‑friendly processing window. If you need higher stiffness for stacking, a higher‑modulus UV crate grade may be evaluated; if the application is indoor, a non‑UV high‑flow grade may be sufficient—confirm via mould trials.

Common search variants

Also searched as: Gail HDPE I60U080, G‑Lene I60U080 UV stabilized, HDPE crate grade UV, I60U080 MFI 8, HDPE dana injection moulding.
Common variants: I60U 080, I60U080A, G Lene I60U080, Gail I60 U080.