RTP Launches Next‑Generation Conductive Masterbatches for Superior ESD Protection

RTP Company, Winona, Minn., expands its conductive compound line, setting a new benchmark for safe, efficient, and dependable solutions in electrostatic discharge (ESD)‑prone settings. The CCX Conductive Masterbatches come in a wide array of resin systems and are engineered with four distinct additive technologies, each tailored to meet specific performance criteria while preserving the mechanical integrity of the base resin.

• Stainless Steel Fiber CCX Masterbatches – Leveraging RTP’s proprietary long‑fiber process, these masterbatches deliver the highest conductivity, ideal for EMI shielding of sensitive electronics, colored components, or even FDA‑compliant applications. They exhibit shrinkage and mechanical properties virtually identical to the unfilled base resin, making them perfect for injection molding and fully compatible with existing molds and tooling.
• Carbon Nanotube (CNT) CCX Masterbatches – Designed for high‑purity applications, CNTs are hollow graphene cylinders that, when dispersed in a thermoplastic, provide uniform ESD protection or electrical conductivity at remarkably low loading levels. CNT masterbatches maintain the resin’s shrinkage and mechanical performance, ensuring a seamless integration into current production lines.
• Carbon Black CCX Masterbatches – Offering an economical route to high‑performance conductivity, these masterbatches match the unfilled resin’s isotropic shrinkage, strength, and stiffness. They are versatile and well suited for a broad range of plastic parts requiring reliable conductivity.
• PermaStat CCX Masterbatches – Specifically formulated for permanent antistatic or static‑dissipative performance, these masterbatches work across most resins with processing temperatures below 520°F (270°C). They deliver uniform dissipative behavior, full colorability, and even transparency in certain resins, while enhancing the impact resistance of the base material. PermaStat is also compliant with ATEX directive surface‑resistance requirements, making it ideal for intrinsic safety applications. It can be incorporated into injection molding or extrusion processes with minimal processing adjustments.

Whether you need the highest conductivity for critical electronics, a cost‑effective solution for large‑volume parts, or a permanent static‑dissipative material for safety‑critical environments, RTP’s CCX Conductive Masterbatches provide reliable, industry‑leading performance without compromising the properties of your base resin.