Properties
- Outstanding wear resistance
- Non-staining
- Excellent dimensional stability
- FDA compliance
- High LPV
- Low and constant coefficient of friction (low slip/stick)
- Low water absorption
- Easy to Machine
- High strength
- High rigidity and hardness
- Good creep resistance
- Low sliding friction and sliding wear
- Resistant to hydrolysis (up to +70 °C)
- Good chemical resistance against acids
- Good adhesion and welding ability
Typical Uses
- Linear bearings
- Wear and slide pads
- Dynamic seals
- Scraper blades
- Thrust washers
- Valve seals
- Journal bearings
- Rollers and wheels without bearings
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PET Machinable Plastic Shapes
PET is a general grade unreinforced, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester with a relatively high density. It has good mechanical and thermal properties and is resistant to chemicals, solvents, and alcohol. It is often thermoformed for food packaging applications. It has a better impact resistance than acrylic.
Ertalyte®'s properties make it especially suitable for the manufacture of precision mechanical parts which are capable of sustaining high loads and enduring wear conditions. Ertalyte®'s continuous service temperature is 210°F (100°C) and its melting point is almost 150°F higher than acetals. Ertalyte® retains significantly more of its original strength up to 180°F (85°C) than nylon or acetal.
Trade Names for PET include Ertalyte® and HYDEX®, TECAPET, TECADUR PET
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