Materials background & history

Groups help you browse. They are not performance ratings.

Nylons & reinforced nylons

• PA66 Nylon 66 Consider moisture, dimensions and the conditions in which the part will work.
• PA66+GF Glass-filled nylon 66 Check the glass content and grade before comparing it with unfilled nylon.
• MXD6 RENY reinforced polyamide Check the specified RENY grade and reinforcement for the individual part.

Fluoropolymers

• PFA Perfluoroalkoxy Compare the grade and service conditions with the relevant technical data.
• PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene Include load, temperature and dimensional requirements in your selection.
• PVDF Polyvinylidene fluoride Check the grade and the specific chemicals and temperatures involved.

Other thermoplastics

• PE Polyethylene Check which polyethylene grade is specified; the abbreviation alone is not enough.
• PC Polycarbonate Check the exact material and grade rather than treating clear plastics as interchangeable.
• PEEK Polyether ether ketone Compare the exact grade with your temperature, load and exposure requirements.
• PEI Polyetherimide Check the grade, service temperature and relevant approvals for your application.
• PMMA Acrylic Check whether the listing specifies acrylic or another clear plastic.
• POM Acetal Compare the stated grade, dimensions and operating conditions.
• PP Polypropylene Check the grade and the mechanical, thermal and electrical demands of the part.
• PPS Polyphenylene sulfide Look at the specified grade and any reinforcement when comparing properties.
• PVC Polyvinyl chloride Check the formulation and whether the specified material is rigid or flexible.