Thermoplastic Shape Memory Polymers

Description: VECTRA should in principle be predried. Because of the necessary low maximum residual moisture content the use of dry air dryers is recommended. The dew point should be =< - 40° C. The time between drying and processing should be as short as possible.

• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic
• Use Temperature: 302 to 338 F

Description: Drying is not normally required. If material has come in contact with moisture through improper storage or handling or through regrind use, drying may be necessary to prevent splay and odor problems.

• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic
• Use Temperature: 176 to 212 F

Description: Drying is not normally required. If material has come in contact with moisture through improper storage or handling or through regrind use, drying may be necessary to prevent splay and odor problems.

• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic
• Resins & Compounds: Pellets

Description: FORTRON should in principle be predried. Because of the necessary low maximum residual moisture content the use of dry air dryers is recommended. The dew point should be =< - 30° C. The time between drying and processing should be as short as possible.

• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 220 F
• Dielectric Constant: 3
• Dielectric Strength: 450 kV/in

Description: Exact plastomer resins for film packaging can be used in blends with polyolefins to improve the heat-sealing performance and toughness in film applications.

• Compound Type: Film Grade Resin
• Elongation: 490 %
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic
• Melt Flow Index (MFI): 2.2 g / 10 minutes

Description: Thermoplastic composites are produced using thermoplastic polymers as matrix materials, which soften upon heating to elevated temperatures for processing, and harden upon cooling. High-performance thermoplastic polymers used for thermoplastic composites

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: PEEK, Specialty / Other
• Filler Material: Aramid Fiber, Carbon / Graphite, Fiber Glass
• Industry: Aerospace, Electric Power, Semiconductor / IC's
• Material Type / Grade: Composite Material, Thermoplastic

Description: Duratron® PAI T5030 GF PAI Extruded is 30% glass-reinforced. It offers high rigidity, retention of stiffness, a low expansion rate and improved load carrying capabilities. This grade is well suited for applications in the electrical/electroni c, business equipment, aircraft and aerospace industries.

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyamide-imide (PAI)
• Industry: Aerospace, Electronics, Other
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: Delrin® 500PE NC010 is a medium viscosity acetal homopolymer for injection molding. Delrin® 500PE is formulated for low emissions. Pushing the Limits: Delrin® High Performance Acetal Resin Solutions Delrin® acetal homopolymer bridges the gap between metals and ordinary plastics with a unique

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Acetal
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 0.8889 µin/in-F
• Industry: Automotive
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS Ketoprix™ EK73 and EKT73 resins are thermoplastic aliphatic polyketones containing a 1,4-diketone backbone structure. They are produced from ethylene, propylene and CO with perfectly alternating olefin and CO monomers in the backbone. These

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Specialty / Other
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 221 to 410 F
• Dielectric Strength: 432 kV/in

Description: Lower deformation under load Higher compressive and flex modulus and increased hardness Chemically inert–can be used in strong alkali and in HF, where glass reinforced compounds fail Good initial wear and rubbing or sliding characteristics in both dry and water applications Frequently used in piston

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Fluoropolymer (PTFE / PVDF)
• Elongation: 50 to 80 %
• Filler Material: Carbon / Graphite
• Industry: Electronics, Semiconductor / IC's, Medical / Food (FDA), Industrial

Description: This Molybdenum disulphide filled grade offers increased wear-resistance allowing for longer part life, decreased mating component wear, and less down time. Nylatech® MD is perfectly suited for sheaves used in the mobile crane industry, bushings, wear pads for telescoping booms, gears, and rollers

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyamide / Nylon
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 5.50E7 µin/in-F
• Compound Type: Casting Resin
• Elongation: 30 to 40 %

Description: PLASCO INC. 2829 SO. RODEO GULCH RD. #4 PLASCO DATA SHEET SOQUEL, CA., 95073 TYPICAL PROPERTIES 831-464-1111 831-464-1100 (FAX) MATERIAL: P-M90N GENERIC: ACTL(CO) NAT. ASTM TEST METHODS VALUE SPECIFIC GRAVITY: D-792 g/cm3 1.41 WATER ABSORPTION: D-570 24hrs % MOLD SHRINK FLOW: D-955 in/in .017 MOLD

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Acetal
• Elongation: 60 %
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: The Ravago product line is available through our sister companies: Entec Channel Prime Alliance and Muehlstein RMA products include a broad portfolio of materials that are fabricated at our state-of-the-art, centrally located facilities. The product line delivers the highest quality compounds with

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyamide / Nylon
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 59 µin/in-F
• Compound Type: Casting Resin
• Elongation: 50 %

Description: As was mentioned in the history column, commercial production of polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) was commenced in 1973 by U.S. company Phillips Petroleum. Demand has expanded over the years on account of the resin's high heat resistance. However, the material came to be known as a brittle one because of

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polysulphide
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 5.56 to 22.22 µin/in-F
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 509 F

Description: PRODUCT FEATURES 100% Recyclable Excellent Chemical Resistance Easy Thermoplastic Processing Superior Compression Set/Elastic Recovery at elevated temperatures OEM SPECIFICATIONS TO CUSTOMIZED FORMULATIONS Grades available in

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polypropylene (PP)
• Compound Type: Extrusion Grade Resin, Molding Resin
• Industry: Automotive
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: Eastar™ GN120 Copolyester is a high flow product and contains a mold release. Other outstanding features of Eastar™ GN120 are easily maintained such as excellent appearance and clarity, good physical properties, chemical resistance, and easy processing. Eastar™ GN120 is for sale only in Asia as a

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyester (PET, PBT)
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 140 F
• Elongation: 4 %
• Industry: Electronics

Description: HDPE High Density Polyethylene Proven in the global market for its excellent processability and quality HDPE, which stands for high-density polyethylene, is a synthetic resin made by polymerizing ethylene. It is one of the most commonly used plastics in our life. It is

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyethylene
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: TORAYCON® PBT resin is a polyester-based thermoplastic resin developed by combining Toray's technological expertise in polyester polymerization and resin-reinforced composites. Featuring outstanding long-term heat-resistance, chemical-resistance, weather resistance and electrical

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyester (PET, PBT)
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Industry: Automotive, Electronics
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: ABSORTOMER™ is a new olefin based polymer with molecular structure optimized at nano-meter level with the use of Mitsui Chemicals' long-cultivated catalyst technology. At low temperature, it has a hard feel and keep its shape. When heated, it changes to a soft, flexible feel.

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Specialty / Other
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic
• Resins & Compounds: Pellets

Description: High performance thermoplastic material, unreinforced Poly Ether Ether Ketone (PEEK), semi crystalline, coarse powder for extrusion compounding, low flow, FDA food contact compliant, color natural.

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: PEEK
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Elongation: 30 %
• Filler Material: Unfilled

Description: Composed of pigments and fillers such as glass, carbon, graphite and metal powders (bronze and molybdenum disulfide), Fluon® Filled PTFE Compounds are molding powders that enhance wear resistance, creep resistance, thermal conductivity and electrical conductivity over virgin PTFE resins. Compounds

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Fluoropolymer (PTFE / PVDF)
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Elongation: 120 %
• Filler Material: Carbon / Graphite, Metal, Mineral

Description: ALLEN® 4175F is a general purpose ABS that has high impact strength and a good cost to performance ratio to other materials like stainless steel, and other thermoplastics.

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: ABS
• Industry: Medical / Food (FDA)
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: ExxonMobil™ polypropylene (PP) resins deliver consistent, high-quality products that meet industry demands for high-performing solutions. Our PP grades can provide manufacturing efficiencies, excellent durability, consumer appeal and the potential for low system costs. For over 50 years, we have

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polypropylene (PP)
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 212 F
• Elongation: 5 %
• Industry: Automotive, Electronics, Medical / Food (FDA), Industrial

Description: Delrin 900P BK602 is Acetal Homopolymer with low viscosity and improved processing.

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Acetal
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: At any voltage, the quality and performance requirements that impregnating resins have to fulfill are exceedingly high, so as to exclude potential sources of danger from the outset. But in high-voltage use, these demands become many times greater. Resins for high-voltage use must be reliable so that

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Epoxy, Polyester (PET, PBT), Polyetherimide
• Industry: Aerospace, Electric Power
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: The GM Automotive Specification is Suggested, not Approved. Material Status Commercial: Active Availability Africa & Middle East Asia Pacific Europe Latin America North America Features Medium Gloss Uses Automotive Exterior Parts Automotive Specifications GM GMP.PVC.003 Forms Pellets Processing

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: PolyVinyl Chloride (PVC)
• Compound Type: Extrusion Grade Resin
• Industry: Automotive
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: Through 3M's Thermoplastic Compounding facility in Hebron, KY, customers have the ability to create formulations geared to providing specific properties or funtions which are not inherent in the base resin. Enhancements can range from making the base polymer easy to extrude, to adding

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: PEEK, Polyamide / Nylon, Polyetherimide, Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO), Polypropylene (PP), Polyurethane, Specialty / Other
• Compound Type: Extrusion Grade Resin
• Features: Anti-static, Electrically Conductive Compound
• Filler Material: Other

Description: poly(3-hexylthiophen e-2,5-diyl ),regiorandom

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Specialty / Other
• Features: Electrically Conductive Compound
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Industry: Electronics, Semiconductor / IC's

Description: The Kraton D SBS family of polymers is versatile with a combination of high strength, wide range of hardness, and low viscosity for easy thermoplastic melt processing or processing in solution. The SBS block copolymers are composed of blocks of styrene and butadiene. It is the material

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Styrene Copolymer (SIS / SBS)
• Filler Material: Unfilled
• Industry: Medical / Food (FDA), Other
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: Solprene® 1430 is a high molecular weight linear random-block styrene-butadiene copolymer having 40% of styrene content, 30% present as a polystyrene block. Benefits Non staining antioxidant system FDA Approved High purity Gel free Clear color Abrasion resistance with good processability Physical

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Styrene Copolymer (SIS / SBS)
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: Poly(ethylene glycol) monomethyl ether Catalog # : 499 CAS : 9004-74-4 Physical Form : Flakes Approx Mw : 1,900 Density (g/cc) : 1.102 (80C) Viscosity : 63cs (99C) bp (C) : >200 (dec) Fp (F) : 485 Tm (C) : 52 TSCA : TSCA listed Soluble in : Acetone, chloroform, cyclohexanone, dichloromethane, DMF,

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyethylene
• Material Type / Grade: Thermoplastic

Description: engineering polymer has high-impact strength, is easily machined and has no moisture absorption. Redco™ Polystone® M MDT complies with FDA regulations concerning direct contact with food. Every food processor that utilizes metal detectors in their processing or packaging operations

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyethylene
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 115 F
• Dielectric Constant: 2.3 to 2.35
• Elongation: 300 to 450 %

Description: Characteristics Processing Injection Molding Delivery form Granules Special Characteristics High impact or impact modified Regional Availability North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South and Central America, Near East/Africa Automotive Powertrain and Chassis Electricals & Electronics Electrical

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polyamide / Nylon
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 72.22 µin/in-F
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 149 F

Description: PEEK CF 30 is a 30% carbon filled PEEK material that is manufactured by Ensinger under the tradename TECAPEEK CF30 black. Its carbon fiber reinforcement lends the material a high level of rigidity and creep strength. Carbon fiber reinforced PEEK demonstrates very high mechanical strength values,

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: PEEK
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 8 µin/in-F
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 600 F
• Elongation: 7 %

Description: TARFLON™ Polycarbonate thermoplastic products deliver exceptional impact strength and transparency. The stable performance of TARFLON™ over a wide temperature range (-100C to 135C) makes it ideal for a wide variety of applications involving appliances, optical components such as

• Chemical / Polymer System Type: Polycarbonate (PC)
• Coeff. of Thermal Expansion (CTE): 36.11 µin/in-F
• Compound Type: Molding Resin
• Deflection Temperature (@ 264 psi, 1.8 MPa): 257 F