Re: [TCML] Is It Polyethylene?

[DC Cox <resonance@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

To be absolutely sure, it's best to call the mfgr directly and ask for the
engineering dept.  They can tell you.

Dr. Resonance





On Fri, Feb 6, 2009 at 4:37 PM, G Hunter <dogbrain_39560@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

>
> I purchased a roll of "contractor's choice" brand plastic sheeting from
> Lowe's.  It's 6 mil, milky translucent in color.  Nowhere does the packaging
> mention what kind of plastic it is, nor can I find any recycling symbol.
>
> I did the microwave oven test on it, and it didn't warm up at all.  Does
> anyone know what kind of poly this is?  Does anyone know a quickie test for
> us non-chemists?
>
> I'd like to homebrew some caps, but I want to use polyethylene, not vinyl.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Gregory R. Hunter
>
>
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