Materials overview
Materials Radar Chart
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PC - Polycarbonate
A tough, non-crystalline thermoplastic known for its excellent impact resistance, transparency, and dimensional stability. It also offers good flame retardancy and weather resistance, making it ideal for applications in optics, electronics, and automotive parts. PC is commonly used in lenses, electrical components, and medical devices.
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PPS - Polyphenylene Sulphide
A crystalline super engineering plastic with exceptional heat and chemical resistance. It exhibits mechanical strength, low water absorption, and oil resistance, making it suitable for high-performance applications like electronics, automotive, and industrial components. PPS is often used as a metal replacement in harsh environments.
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Reny - MXD6
A glass-fiber-reinforced crystalline thermoplastic engineered for high strength, rigidity, and heat resistance. It is widely used as a substitute for metals in demanding applications. Reny offers excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for automotive, electronics, and construction industries.
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PEEK - Polyether Ether Ketone
A semi-crystalline super engineering plastic known for its exceptional mechanical strength, heat resistance, and chemical resistance. PEEK also offers good wear resistance, flame retardancy, and dimensional stability. It is widely used in advanced industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices due to its high-performance capabilities.
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PEEK GF30 - Polyether Ether Ketone, 30% Glass Fibre Reinforced
A variant of PEEK reinforced with 30% glass fibers to enhance mechanical strength and rigidity. It retains PEEK’s excellent heat and chemical resistance while improving dimensional stability and load-bearing capacity. PEEK GF30 is commonly used in applications requiring high stiffness and strength, such as aerospace and automotive parts.
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PVDF - Polyvinylidene Fluoride
A highly non-reactive and durable thermoplastic fluoropolymer known for its excellent chemical resistance, mechanical strength, and flame retardancy. PVDF is used in a wide range of applications, including chemical processing, electrical insulation, and piping systems, particularly in harsh chemical environments.
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PP - Polypropylene
A lightweight and versatile thermoplastic known for its good chemical resistance, high fatigue durability, and low cost. It has excellent moisture resistance and is widely used in packaging, automotive components, textiles, and consumer products. PP also offers good flexibility and impact resistance.
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PFA - Perfluoroalkoxy
A fully fluorinated thermoplastic known for its non-stick properties, high temperature resistance, and chemical inertness. PFA is used in semiconductor manufacturing, chemical processing, and high-performance wire insulation due to its exceptional thermal stability and resistance to aggressive chemicals.
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PTFE - Polytetrafluoroethylene
A highly versatile fluoropolymer known for its low friction, chemical resistance, and non-stick properties. PTFE can withstand high temperatures and harsh environments, making it ideal for seals, gaskets, and cookware. It is also used in industrial and aerospace applications due to its durability and thermal stability.
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PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
A versatile thermoplastic known for its durability, chemical resistance, and ease of processing. It is widely used in construction, electrical insulation, and piping systems. PVC can be formulated for both rigid and flexible applications, offering good flame retardancy and weather resistance.
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PA6 - Polyamide
A versatile engineering plastic known for its toughness, wear resistance, and good impact strength. PA6 has excellent mechanical properties, making it suitable for automotive components, industrial machinery, and textiles. It also offers good resistance to chemicals and abrasion, though it is sensitive to moisture.
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PA66 - Polyamide
A strong and durable engineering plastic with higher temperature resistance and stiffness than PA6. PA66 is commonly used in automotive parts, electrical connectors, and industrial applications. It offers excellent mechanical strength, wear resistance, and chemical resistance, though it absorbs moisture, which can affect its properties.
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PA66 GF60 - Polyamide, 60% Glass Reinforced
A high-performance nylon 66 composite reinforced with 60% glass fibers, offering exceptional strength, stiffness, and dimensional stability. PA66 GF60 is widely used in demanding applications such as automotive structural components, electrical housings, and industrial machinery, where mechanical strength and heat resistance are critical.
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PA12 - Polyamide
A flexible, low-moisture-absorbing polyamide known for its impact resistance, chemical resistance, and low density. PA12 is used in automotive fuel lines, medical tubing, and industrial components. It offers good dimensional stability, toughness, and flexibility, making it ideal for applications requiring durability and lightweight performance.
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PA46 - Polyamide
A high-temperature-resistant nylon with superior mechanical strength and stiffness compared to conventional polyamides. PA46 is used in automotive under-the-hood components, electronics, and industrial applications where heat and wear resistance are essential. It also exhibits good chemical resistance and dimensional stability.
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POM - Polyacetal
A high-stiffness engineering plastic known for its low friction, excellent wear resistance, and good dimensional stability. POM is often used in precision parts like gears, bearings, and automotive components due to its strength and ability to maintain performance in harsh environments.
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PS - Polystyrene
A rigid, lightweight thermoplastic known for its ease of processing and low cost. PS is commonly used in packaging, disposable food containers, and insulation materials. However, it is brittle and has low impact resistance, limiting its use in demanding applications.
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Ceramic AL203
Ceramics are non-metallic, inorganic materials known for their hardness, heat resistance, and electrical insulation properties. They are used in a wide range of applications, including electronic components, medical devices, and high-temperature industrial processes. Ceramics offer excellent thermal and wear resistance.
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PI - Polyimide
A high-performance polymer known for its exceptional heat resistance, mechanical strength, and chemical stability. PI is used in demanding applications such as aerospace, electronics, and automotive, where high-temperature performance and dimensional stability are crucial. It also offers good electrical insulation properties.
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PEI - Polyetherimide
A high-strength thermoplastic with excellent flame retardancy, heat resistance, and dimensional stability. PEI is used in applications requiring strength and performance at elevated temperatures, such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices. It also offers good electrical insulation and chemical resistance.
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PPSU - Polyphenylsulphone
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