Acetal vs. Polypropylene Machining

Comparison of Acetal and Polypropylene Property Values

Acetal Homopolymer Acetal Copolymer
0.25 0.2
10,000 9,800
420 370,000
6.8 6.1
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Material
Water Absorption Rating
Tensile Strength
Flexural Modulus
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
Dielectric Strength
Polypropylene Homopolymer Polypropylene Copolymer
slight slight
5,400 3,800
225,000 215,000
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Material Properties

  • Low moisture absorption
  • High mechanical strength and rigidity
  • Machinability
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Good dimensional stability
  • Mechanical strength
  • FDA compliant grades available
  • Impact resistance
  • Moisture resistance
  • Machinability

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