TECAPEEK®
(polyetheretherketone)
TECAPEEK®, is a unique semi-crystalline, high temperature engineering thermoplastic, is an excellent material for a wide spectrum of applications where thermal, chemical, and combustion properties are critical to performance. Especially significant, in this regard, is TECAPEEK®s ability to retain its flexural and tensile properties at very high temperatures- in excess of 250°C (482°F). The addition of glass fiber or carbon fiber reinforcements enhances the mechanical and thermal properties of the basic TECAPEEK® material.
Excellent flexural, impact, and tensile characteristics
Very high continuous working temperature
Very high heat distortion temperature
(For unreinforced TECAPEEK®, the HDT is 160°C (320°F). The addition of 30% reinforcement results in a dramatic increase to 315°C (599°F).)
Exceptional chemical resistance
(TECAPEEK® is insoluble in all common solvents.)
A superior dielectric at high temperatures and frequencies
Good radiation resistance
(TECAPEEK® exhibits superior resistance to high doses of gamma radiation.)
Outstanding wear and abrasion resistance
Low smoke and toxic gas emissions
Excellent hydrolysis resistance
(TECAPEEK® has an excellent resistance to hydrolysis in boiling water and superheated steam (sterilization/auto clavability) at temperatures in excess of 250°C (482°F).)
TECAPEEK®s exceptional property profile enables it to be utilized in many of the most critical areas in general industry, as well as in the automotive, marine, nuclear, oil well, electronics, medical and aerospace fields.
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MATERIAL AVAILABILITY
Rods: Diameters: 3/16” to 4-3/4” diameter, 10’ Length
5” and greater diameter, 5’ Length
Primary Specification (Resin) (Typical)
TECAPEEKT: MIL-P-46183, Type I
TECAPEEKT GF30: MIL-P-46183, Type II Class 3 (Except Elong.)
Plates: 1/4" to 4" thickness inclusive are 2' x 4'
Shapes Specification (Typical):
ASTM-D-6262 S-PAEK0111
ASTM-D-6262 S-PAEK0122
Profiles, tubes, and special sizes are custom-produced on request.
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