Low-density Polyethylene Composites Research Articles

Melt Elongation Flow Behavior of Low-Density Polyethylene Composites Filled with Nanoscale Zinc Oxide

Abstract The melt elongation flow properties of low-density polyethylene/nanoscale zinc oxide (nano-ZnO) composites were studied using a Rheotens rheometer (Göttfert Werkstoff-Prüfmaschinen GmbH, Buchen, Germany). The die extrusion rate varied from 9 to 36 mm/s, the temperature ranged from 160°C to 200°C, and the nano-ZnO weight fraction range was from 0.2 to 4 weight percent (wt.%). The results showed that the melt elongation stress increased with the increasing elongation strain rate; the melt elongation viscosity decreased with the increasing temperature, and the temperature dependence obeyed the Arrhenius equation. The melt elongation viscosity of the composites with 0.4–0.8 wt.% nano-ZnO was lower in the whole composite system. Moreover, the melt elongation viscosity increased when the elongation strain rate was lower than 0.3 s−1 and then decreased with the increasing elongation strain rate; the melt elongation viscosity reached a maximum at an elongation strain rate around 0.3 s−1 and presented the stress hardening phenomenon.

Study of dielectric and electromagnetic shielding behaviour of BaTiO3‐CoFe2O4 filled LDPE composite

AbstractThis paper reports the formation of BaTiO3/CoFe2O4 (BT‐CFO) filled low‐density‐polyethylene (LDPE) composite via the process of melt mixing and characterization for their dielectric and electromagnetic shielding behaviors. The X‐Ray diffraction (XRD) result of synthesized CoFe2O4 shows the cubic phase structure formation with a crystallite size of 28.6 nm. The BT nanopowder and synthesized nanopowder of Cobalt ferrite (CFO) were mixed together in an equal amount (50:50), and sintered at 800°C for 1 hour. A series of samples of BT‐CFO was prepared by taking a different amount of BT‐CFO (ie, 4, 8, 12, 16, and 20 wt%) with LDPE. The dielectric measurements of BT‐CFO/LDPE composites were carried out at different temperatures using LCR meter at a frequency range from 40 Hz to 5 MHz. The dielectric behaviour of samples exhibited a change in dielectric constant with an increase in temperature and frequency. The electromagnetic shielding measurements were examined over X‐band with a frequency range from 8.2GHz to 12.4GHz of the prepared BT‐CFO/LDPE composites. The EMI shielding effectiveness of prepared BT‐CFO/LDPE composites exhibited a maximum value of 17.9 dB.

Marble waste characterization and reinforcement in low density polyethylene composites via injection moulding: Towards improved mechanical strength and thermal conductivity

Enormous amount of accumulated waste is a matter of concern for environmental safety as it influences other precarious issues such as air pollution, land degradation, in addition to contamination of water & soil through leaching. A proficient recycling and management of generated solid waste is the key option to overcome such issues. Sustainable utilization of marble waste particulates as reinforcement in manufacturing LDPE-MW (low density polyethylene-marble waste) composites through injection moulding technique has been investigated. The mineralogical study of marble waste particulates revealed existence of dolomite (CaMg (CO3)2) and calcite (CaCO3) as major minerals with very small quantity of quartz (SiO2). Parallel results were obtained by thermal and FTIR analyses of marble waste particulates. The average particle size of marble waste particulates was 15.98 ± 3.319 µm with the bulk density 1.49 ± 0.007 g/cc and porosity 35 ± 1.85%. The pH was adjusted at 7.86 ± 0.003 and electrical conductivity was 3.78 ± 0.061 mS/cm. The FE-SEM analysis showed irregular morphology of marble waste particulates. Mechanical properties such as tensile strength, tensile modulus, flexural strength, flexural modulus and impact strength of LDPE-MW composites were determined. Thermal conductivity of LDPE-MW composites was also reported. The obtained results showed maximum enhancement in the strength and thermal conductivity with incorporation of about 50% marble waste particulates. The findings of the present study revealed that there is considerable potential for large scale recycling of marble waste in making LDPE based hybrid materials, leads to create new application as architectural cladding wall panel, electrical insulating floor tiles and damping pads.

Pyrolysis of Mixed Plastic Waste: I. Kinetic Study.

Plastic wastes have become one of the biggest global environmental issues and thus recycling such massive quantities is targeted. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene (PP), and polystyrene (PS) are considered among the main types of plastic wastes. Since pyrolysis is one of the most promising recycling techniques, this work aims to build knowledge on the co-pyrolysis of mixed polymers using two model-fitting (Criado and Coats–Redfern) methods. Seventeen co-pyrolysis tests using a thermogravimetric analyzer (TGA) at 60 K/min for different mixed compositions of LDPE, HDPE, PP, and PS were conducted. It was observed that the pyrolysis of the pure polymer samples occurs at different temperature ranges in the following order: PS < PP < LDPE < HDPE. However, compared to pure polymer samples, the co-pyrolysis of all-polymer mixtures was delayed. In addition, the synergistic effect on the co-pyrolysis of polymer blends was reported. The Master plot of the Criado model was used to determine the most suitable reaction mechanism. Then, the Coats–Redfern model was used to efficiently obtain the kinetic parameters (R2 ≥ 97.83%) and the obtained values of the activation energy of different polymer blends were ranging from 104 to 260 kJ/mol. Furthermore, the most controlling reaction mechanisms were in the following orders: First order reaction (F1), Contracting sphere (R3), and then Contracting cylinder (R2).

Mechanical and thermal characterisations of low-density polyethylene/nanoclay composites

The improvements of the thermal, mechanical, morphological properties of low-density polyethylene (LDPE)/nanoclay (NC) composites were investigated. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) with different NC contents 2 wt.% ( Vf = 8%), 4 wt.% ( Vf = 15), and 8 wt.% ( Vf = 27) with a fixed particle size (300μm) were prepared by the melt mixing process. The thermal tests (thermal gravimetric analysis) were performed to monitor the thermal stability of LDPE composites. The mechanical tests such as tensile strength, Young’s modulus, and strain at break were studied. The results of the thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) display significant enhancement in thermal stability as the loading of NC increased in pure LDPE. The results showed that the NC fillers could effectively improve the mechanical properties of LDPE by comparison to pure LDPE, the tensile strength of LDPE/8 wt.% of NC are increasing by about 17% while Young’s modulus is increased by about 39%. From DMA results, the storage modulus is enhanced with increasing of NC loading into the LDPE matrix. The results of SEM photographs indicate that the incorporation 8 wt.% of NC displayed the best particles dispersion in the LDPE matrix.

Infrared Spectrum and Thermal Properties of LDPE, EVA and Fly Ash Composites

The polymer composites based on low-density polyethylene (LDPE), ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) and fly ash (FA) without and with vinyltrimetoxysilan (VTMS) modification were prepared by melt mixing in a Haake Rheomixer. The FT-IR spectra indicated the bonds between LDPE/EVA and FA modified by vinyltrimetoxysilan were dipole - dipole interaction and hydrogen bonding. Thermal oxidation stability of the LDPE/EVA/VFA composites are higher than those of the LDPE/EVA/FA composites. Thermal oxidation stability of the LDPE/EVA/VFA composites and the LDPE/EVA/FA composites were higher than the LDPE/EVA blends. Putting fly ash into polymers, thermal oxidation stability of composites increased and significantly increased when using modified fly ash (MFA).

Morphology and Mechanical Properties of LDPE, EVA and Fly Ash Composites

The fly ash from Pha Lai power plant was modified by vinyltrimetoxysilan (VTMS). The polymer composites based on low-density polyethylene (LDPE), ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) and fly ash (FA) without and with vinyltrimetoxysilan (VTMS) modification were prepared by melt mixing in a Haake Rheomixer. The tensile strength and elongation at break of the LDPE/EVA/VFA composites were also higher than those of the LDPE/EVA/FA composites. The FESEM images proved that FA-VTMS particles disperse more regularly in the polymer matrix in comparison with FA without VTMS modification. In addition, the surface modification of the FA reduced the size of agglomeration of FA particles.

Optimization of Injection Moulding Processing Parameters for LDPE/RH Composites Tensile Strength Through Full Factorial Experiment

Optimal process setting implementation critically influences productivity, quality, and cost of production in the injection moulding industry. Precedently, trial and error method were the most common method for the production engineers to identify the optimal process parameter setting. Inappropriate injection moulding parameter settings can lead to poor production and quality. This paper presents a statistical technique on the optimization of injection moulding process parameters through Design of Experiments method. In this study, an understanding of the injection moulding process and consequently its optimization is carried out by Design of Experiment method based on three parameters (melt temperature, packing pressure, and cooling time) which influence the tensile strength of rice husk reinforced low density polyethylene composites. Statistical results and analysis are used to provide better interpretation of the experiment. The models are form from analysis of variance and the model passed the tests for normality and independence assumptions.

Mechanical and Antimicrobial Polyethylene Composites with CaO Nanoparticles.

Low-density polyethylene composites containing different sizes of calcium oxide (CaO) nanoparticles were obtained by melt mixing. The CaO nanoparticles were synthesized by either the sol-gel or sonication methods, obtaining two different sizes: ca. 55 nm and 25 nm. These nanoparticles were used either as-synthesized or were modified organically on the surface with oleic acid (Mod-CaO), at concentrations of 3, 5, and 10 wt% in the polymer. The Mod-CaO nanoparticles of 25 nm can act as nucleating agents, increasing the polymer’s crystallinity. The Young’s Modulus increased with the Mod-CaO nanoparticles, rendering higher reinforcement effects with an increase as high as 36%. The reduction in Escherichia coli bacteria in the nanocomposites increased with the amount of CaO nanoparticles, the size reduction, and the surface modification. The highest antimicrobial behavior was found in the composites with a Mod-CaO of 25 nm, presenting a reduction of 99.99%. This strong antimicrobial effect can be associated with the release of the Ca2+ from the composites, as studied for the composite with 10 wt% nanoparticles. The ion release was dependent on the size of the nanoparticles and their surface modification. These findings show that CaO nanoparticles are an excellent alternative as an antimicrobial filler in polymer nanocomposites to be applied for food packaging or medical devices.

PHYSICOMECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF COMPOSIT MATERIALS ON BASIS OF COPPER AND POLYOLEFINS

The paper presents the results of a study of the effect of copper concentration on the physicomechanical properties of composites based on high density polyethylene and low density polyethylene. The properties of metal-filled composites, such as ultimate tensile stress, elongation at break, elastic module, melt flow rate, and heat resistance, were studied. Loading of copper into the composition of low density polyethylene contributes to a monotonic increase in the ultimate tensile stress and the elastic module. When copper is loading into the composition of high density polyethylene, on the contrary, a natural decrease in the ultimate tensile stress and elongation at break of the composites is observed. It is shown that when using a compatibilizer, which is polyethylene modified with maleic anhydride, a significant increase in the ultimate tensile stress of high and low density polyethylene composites is observed. A schematic representation of the structure of composites with an interpretation of the probable mechanism of hardening of the material in the presence of a compatibilizer is given. It is shown that the crystallinity of the initial polyethylene has a significant effect on the hardening effect of composites. It is assumed that polyethylene of high density macrochains free of maleic anhydride are involved in the formation of crystalline formations, and small sections of macrosegments containing polar groups are concentrated mainly in amorphous regions and in defects in crystalline structures in the form of passage chains. The concentration of copolymer of polyethylene with maleic anhydride macrosegments in the narrow amorphous space of polyethylene of high density favorably affects the increase in the adhesive forces of interaction on the surface of copper particles, which affects the preservation of the ultimate tensile stress at a relatively high level over a wide range of copper concentrations.

Experimental investigation of linear low density polyethylene composites based on coir for rotational molding process

Rotational Molding is a plastic manufacturing process mainly implemented to produce stress free hollow products. Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) is widely preferred as base resin for molding roto molded product, but it displays moderate value in some critical applications where strength is the major criteria. Additives can fill the gap in sustaining the necessary strength needed. In the present work, an attempt has been made to analyze the optimum percentage of coir reinforced with LLDPE for rotational molding technique to provide requisite processability for rotational molding process. Coir in its powder form is mixed at concentrations varying in the range of 3% to 20% with respect to LLDPE. In order to justify the prerequisite of processability for rotational molding, various experiments namely FTIR, MFI, rheology and thermal analysis were conducted. FTIR suggested the range of 5% to 15% wherein the significance of LLDPE and coir peaks can be observed. MFI test supported FTIR result which ended in considering 3% to 12% by weight ratio suitable in terms of flow ability. Rheological and thermal analysis subjecting to shear and heat parameter respectively, confirmed the range of 10 weight percentage of coir or below is suitable in terms of material processability. From the experimental results, it is concluded that 10% or less concentration of coir fiber in LLDPE as an optimum range of blend yielding better processability for rotational molding process.

Impact of hybrid nanosilica and nanoclay on the properties of palm rachis-reinforced recycled linear low-density polyethylene composites

The main goal of this work was to assess the technical feasibility of palm rachis (PR) as a reinforcing agent in the production of wood–plastic composites. Recycled linear low-density polyethylene/PR fiber composites were prepared at constant content (3 phc (per hundred compounds)) of maleic anhydride-grafted polyethylene as compatibilizer by melt blending method utilizing a two-roll mill and compression molding. The effect of nanosilica (NS), nanoclay (NC), and hybrid nanoparticles (NSNC) at different concentrations (2, 4, and 6 phc) on mechanical, physical, thermal, and morphological properties was investigated. The results of mechanical properties measurements demonstrated that when 6 phc NS, 4 phc NC, and 4 phc NSNC were added, tensile, modulus strength, and hardness reached their optimum values. At a high level of NC loading (6 phc), the increased populace of NC layers led to agglomeration and stress transfer gets restricted. Elongation at break and Izod impact strength were decreased by the incorporation of different nanoparticles. Water absorption and thickness swelling of prepared composites were found to decrease on the incorporation of NS and NC. In addition, the thermal stability showed slightly improved by the addition of nanoparticles, but there are no perceptible changes in the values of melting temperature by increasing the content of NS and NC or NSNC. Scanning electron microscopy study approved the good interaction of the PR fibers with the polymer matrix as well as the effectiveness of NS and NC in the improvement of the interaction. The finding indicated that wood–plastic composite treated by NS had the highest properties than other composites.

Development and characterization of hybrid coconut/glass fibers reinforced low density polyethylene composites for bumper application

The EU's End of Life Vehicles (ELV) regulations are forcing car manufacturers to consider the environmental impact of their production and possibly shift from the use of synthetic materials to the use of agro-based materials. However, poor mechanical properties and certain manufacturing limitations currently limit the use of agro-based materials to non-structural and semi-structural automotive components. This research is focused on a composite of hybrid coconut/glass fiber as reinforcement in recycled low density polyethylene matrix alone to enhance the desired mechanical properties for car bumper as automotive structural components. X-ray fluorescence analysis conducted on coconut fiber showed the presence of silica and alumina materials make coconut fibre a choice one. Morphology analysis was performed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), which reveals that there are small discontinuities and reasonably uniform distribution of the reinforcement fibers and the reinforced low density polyethylene (RLDPE) binder resulting to better mechanical properties. Physic-chemical properties that directly affect developed composite such as variation of Density, Water Absorption, Tensile Strength, Bending strength, Modulus of rupture, Impact Strength and Hardness Values were investigated for both unhybridized and hybridized developed composite. The study shows the successful development of composites of coconut fiber (CF) hybridized with glass fiber (GF) and reinforced low density polyethylene (RLDPE) binder using a simple molding technique. Hybridized samples (CF-GF/RLDPE) showed higher strength when compared to un-hybridized (CF/RLDPE) composites. Better microstructural bonding exists with 25% and 30% wt CF-GF composite resulting in good mechanical properties for the hybridized composites. The grades of composites obtained in the course of this study are applicable in the production of low strength car bumpers.

Oil-based mud waste reclamation and utilisation in low-density polyethylene composites.

Oil-based mud (OBM) waste from the oil and gas exploration industry can be valorised to tailor-made reclaimed clay-reinforced low-density polyethylene (LDPE) nanocomposites. This study aims to fill the information gap in the literature and to provide opportunities to explore the effective recovery and recycling techniques of the resources present in the OBM waste stream. Elemental analysis using inductively coupled plasma–optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) and X-ray fluorescence analysis, chemical structural analysis by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and morphological analysis of LDPE/organo-modified montmorillonite (LDPE/MMT) and LDPE/OBM slurry nanocomposites by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) have been conducted. Further analysis including calorimetry, thermogravimetry, spectroscopy, microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray analysis and X-ray diffraction (XRD) was carried out to evaluate the thermo-chemical characteristics of OBM waste and OBM clay-reinforced LDPE nanocomposites, confirming the presence of different clay minerals including inorganic salts in OBM slurry powder. The microscopic analysis revealed that the distance between polymer matrix and OBM slurry filler is less than that of MMT, which suggests better interfacial adhesion of OBM slurry compared with the adhesion between MMT and LDPE matrix. This was also confirmed by XRD analysis, which showed the superior delamination structure OBM slurry compared with the structure of MMT. There is a trend noticeable for both of these fillers that the nanocomposites with higher percentage filler contents (7.5 and 10.0 wt% in this case) were indicated to act as a thermal conductive material. The heat capacity values of nanocomposites decreased about 33% in LDPE with 7.5 wt% MMT and about 17% in LDPE with 10.0 wt% OBM slurry. It was also noted, for both nanocomposites, that the residue remaining after 1000°C increases with the incremental wt% of fillers in the nanocomposites. There is a big difference in residue amount (in %) left after thermogravimetric analysis in the two nanocomposites, indicating that OBM slurry may have significant influence in decomposing LDPE matrix; this might be an interesting area to explore in the future. The results provide insight and opportunity to manufacture waste-derived renewable nanocomposites with enhanced structural and thermal properties.

Heptene-functionalized graphitic nanoplatelets for high-performance composites of linear low-density polyethylene

Heptene-functionalized graphitic nanoplatelets (HGNs) were prepared as a new reinforcing additive for linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE). HGNs were synthesized using a mechanochemical reaction between graphite and 1-heptene. The formation of HGNs is confirmed using a variety of analytic techniques. Because HGNs were well dispersible in organic solvents, HGN/LLDPE composites were easily prepared using a solution process. Compared to neat LLDPE, the HGN/LLDPE composites showed significantly enhanced mechanical properties (i.e., tensile strength, yield strength, Young's modulus, and tensile toughness) and thermal stability. Considering cost, efficiency, and practicality, HGNs could become promising candidates for reinforcing additives for LLDPE.

Investigating the effect of the aging process on LDPE composites with UV protective additives

The contact with ultraviolet rays coming from sunlight causes color changes and deterioration in the main chain structures of composites in outdoor applications and affects the physical and mechanical properties of composite materials negatively. Photodegradation can be slowed and the mechanical strength of composite structures can be improved with adding photostabilizers in polymer matrix production. In this study, we modified low-density polyethylene (LDPE) polymer with an amine light stabilizer (Chimassorb 944), a light absorbent (Tinuvin 326), and an antioxidant (Irganox 1010) and then reinforced with jute fabric (JF). We examined the effect of protective additives, which are used to reduce the harmful effects of sunlight, on JF-reinforced LDPE composites. The color change, physical, and mechanical properties of the composites were determined after 120- and 240-h accelerated aging processes. The results indicate that both the antioxidants and the amine light stabilizers were more effective photostabilizers for JF-reinforced LDPE composites than the absorbents.

The effect of acid aging on the mechanical and tribological properties of coir–coconut husk-reinforced low-density polyethylene composites

The present study investigates the physical, thermo-mechanical and tribological properties of coir–coconut husk particulate-reinforced polymer composites subjected to a corrosive environment. The composites were prepared by the conventional facile hot compression molding method. The composite was immersed in a strongly acidic environment of pH 2.2 for a period of 3, 6, and 9 days. X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis were used to elucidate the structure and morphology of the composites. The thermal analysis using differential scanning calorimetry, water absorption, hardness, coefficient of friction and wear rate was performed as per the ASTM standards to characterize the as-prepared and aged composites. The experimental test results revealed that with an increase in acid aging time, the acid aged samples lost surface matrix such that the fiber was seen on the surface. The effects of corrosion seemingly reduced the crystallinity of the acid aged samples allowing amorphous regions to be trapped within the crystals. Water absorption of the samples increased with aging time due to inherent voids in the specimens as weight gain values were 5.27, 16.80, 19.33 and 19.91%, respectively for control and acid aged samples. Hardness values initially decreased with immersion time and increased which was attributed to the crystallinity of the specimens and to some extent the elemental carbon present in the specimens before and after aging. The measured hardness values of the control and acid aged composites were 2.98, 7.27, 14.40 and 9.07 HV, respectively. From the thermal analysis, it was noticed that the glass transition temperature (Tg) of the polymer shifts to higher temperatures as the aging time in the acidic medium increased, which can be attributed to cross-linking of the polymer chains. The control specimen shows higher coefficient of friction (CoF) because they are more rigid than the acid aged samples, and hence under dry sliding can cause more friction leading to increased heat and CoF.

EVALUATION THE EFFECT OF WASTE LO-DENSITY POLYTHLENE AND CRUMBRUBBER ON PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF ASPHALT

Nowadays, Polymer Modified Binder (PMB) is necessary due to its valuable characteristics on asphalt pavement layers with increase in traffic volume and loads. However, current trend in asphalt modification is prefer the waste and by product materials for ensuring the sustainability and cost effectiveness. Therefore, to analyze the effect of waste Crumb Rubber Modifier (CRM) and waste Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) on the asphalt binders’ physical properties, CRM/LDPE modified asphalts with different contents were prepared and investigated in this study. Measured physical characteristics were softening point, penetration, ductility and viscosity tests. Conversions of CRM and waste LDPE to functional materials have been introduced in this research study as a practical approach to improve the asphalt binder’s physical properties. CRM and LDPE in the form of fine having a particle size under 250 µm were used as additives to liquid asphalt, individually and collectively by weight of virgin asphalt, i.e., (5.0%, 15.0% and 25.0% of CRM) and (2.5. %, 5.0%, 7.5% and 10.0% of LDPE), after mixed with CRM and LDPE, the asphalts showed decrease in penetration, increase in softening point and rotational viscosity. This referring that both intermediate and high temperature rheological characteristics of the asphalts have been improved by the modification of waste CRM and LDPE, because that mean the stiffness of asphalt binder increases when changing these characteristics and Thus, the asphalt mixture will become more stiff and resistant to possible failures, the Physical properties of the CRM or LDPE modified asphalts are largely dependent on the waste CRM or LDPE content, and many other enhanced characteristics of the mechanical aspect can be targeted using the composite of both CRM and LDPE. However, such result confirms the validity of waste polymer in modifying the asphalt binder.

Melt strength and stretching ratio of low-density polyethylene composites loaded with nanoscale zinc oxide

Abstract The melt drawability including melt strength (MS) and stretching ratio (V) of the neat low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and the LDPE composites loaded with a nanometer zinc oxide (nano-ZnO) were measured using a melt spinning method in capillary extruding temperature varied from 160 to 200 °C and within capillary flow rate range from 9 to 36 mm/s. It was found that the stretching ratio of the neat LDPE and the LDPE/nano-ZnO composites reduced with an increase of capillary flow rate while the V added with in a rise of capillary temperature. The melt strength of the neat LDPE and the LDPE/nano-ZnO composites enlarged with raising capillary flow speed; the MS reduced with an addition of capillary temperature. In addition, the dependence of the MS of the composites on the capillary temperature approximately accorded the Arrhenius expression.

Electromagnetic interference of nickel ferrite and copper ferrite filled low-density polyethylene composite

This study reports the preparation of nickel ferrite (NiFe2O4) and copper ferrite (CuFe2O4) filled low-density polyethylene (LDPE) composite through a melt mixing process for employing in electromagnetic shielding applications. The X-Ray diffraction (XRD) with different pH values 6, 8 and 10 resulted the formation of cubic structure for NiFe2O4 of cristallite size 21 nm, 25 nm and 40 nm, respectively and tetragonal structure for CuFe2O4 with crystallite size 27 nm, 24 nm and 91 nm, respectively. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding measurements of the prepared samples LDPE/NiFe2O4 and LDPE/CuFe2O4 having different pH values 6, 8 and, 10 for 10% and 30% filler concentrations were analyzed over X-band with a frequency range from 8 GHz to 12.4 GHz. The pure LDPE exhibits the total shielding effectiveness (SE) of 11.6 dB whereas with the addition of NiFe2O4 and CuFe2O4, the composites exhibit increment in EMI shielding effectiveness up to the maximum value of 15.3 dB for LDPE/NiFe2O4 and 12.6 dB for LDPE/CuFe2O4 respectively.