ULTEM 1000
Polycarbonate
The Ultem1000 is an inert polymer offering high strength and excellent flame and heat resistance. It performs continuously to 340ºF. It is also hydrolysis resistant, highly resistant to acidic solutions and capable of withstanding repeated autoclaving cycle.
Applications
This material is commonly machined into parts for reusable medical devices, analytical instrumentation and electrical/electronic insulators.
Specifications
Technical Data
| Specific gravity (ASTM D-792) | 1.28 |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength (ASTM D-638) (psi) | 16 500 |
| Flexural strength (ASTM D-790) (psi) | 20 000 |
| Compressive strength (ASTM D-695) (psi) | 22 000 |
| Hardness, M Scale (ASTM D-785) | 112 |
| Elongation (ASTM D-638) (psi) | 80 |
| Coeff. Thermal Exp. (ASTM D-696) In/In/°F | 3.1 x 10e5 |
| Water absorption, 24 hours % | 0.25 |
N.B. The information presented may differ from practice. We recommend conducting tests according to the conditions of use. We accept no responsibility for results obtained by the application of this information or the safety and suitability of our products. The data is subject to certain variations without notice.
