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Amorphous and Semi-Crystalline Engineering Thermoplastics: Materials, Properties and Applications
Amorphous and Semi-Crystalline Engineering Thermoplastics: Materials, Properties and Applications
Amorphous and Semi-Crystalline Engineering Thermoplastics: Materials, Properties and Applications
• Polycarbonate (PC)
• Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO)
• Polyphenelyne Ether (PPE)
• Thermoplastic Urethane (TPU)
Polycarbonate (PC)
Strengths
Excellent clarity
Excellent toughness
Good heat resistance
Excellent electrical properties
Intrinsic flame-retardancy
Excellent strength
Polycarbonate (PC)
Limitations
Polycarbonate (PC)
Applications
• Vandal resistant windows
• Machine guards
• Outdoor signs
• Sky lights
• Backboards
• Bike, roller blading protective wear
Semi-Crystalline Engineering
Thermoplastics
Key Characteristics
Semi-Crystalline Engineering
Thermoplastics
Materials
• Polyamide (PA) — Nylon
• Polyoxymethylene (POM) — Acetal
• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
• Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
• Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene
(UHMW-PE)
Nylon (PA)
Strengths
• Good strength
• Good toughness
• Fair heat resistance
• Good chemical resistance
• Low COF
Nylon (PA)
Limitations
Strong acidic environments
Areas where moisture absorption is of
concern
Areas experiencing high operating
temperatures
Nylon (PA)
Applications
• Film
• Automotive
• Electrical/electronics
• Consumer goods
Acetal (POM)
Strengths
Acetal (POM)
Limitations
Acetal (POM)
Applications
• Bearings
• Bushings
• Valve seats
• Washers
• Nozzles
• Spools
• Cams
Thermoplastic Polyesters
Key Characteristics
Thermoplastic Polyesters
Materials
Thermoplastic Polyesters
Applications
• Pump components
• Automotive components
• Food packaging components
• Insulators
Thermoplastic Polyesters
Caution!
Watch high temperature environments!
• Guides
• Wear strips
• Liners