Acetal vs. Polycarbonate Machining

Comparison of Acetal and Polycarbonate 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
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 Properties

  • Low moisture absorption
  • High mechanical strength and rigidity
  • Machinability
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Good dimensional stability
  • Easily machined
  • Excellent creep
  • Glass-filled grades available
  • High impact strength
  • FDA compliant grades available
  • Enhanced bearing & wear grades available

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