Polycarbonate vs. Rulon Machining

Comparison of Polycarbonate and Rulon Property Values

Polycarbonate Polycarbonate 20% Glass Filled
1.2 .06 - 1.2
12,400 10,000-13,500
410,000 420,000 - 500,000
4.5 5
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Material
Water Absorption Rating
Tensile Strength
Flexural Modulus
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
Dielectric Strength
Rulon J Rulon 641 Rulon AR Rulon LR
0 0 0 0
2,000 2,000 2,000 1,500
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varies varies varies varies
200 -- 0 - 5000 - 500

Material Properties

  • Easily machined
  • Excellent creep
  • Glass-filled grades available
  • High impact strength
  • FDA compliant grades available
  • Enhanced bearing & wear grades available
  • Self-lubricating design
  • Low friction
  • Temperature and chemical resistance
  • Flexible material design.
  • Low-weight/high-strength ratio
  • Dimensional stability in liquids
  • Machinability

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