Polypropylene vs. Ultem Machining

Comparison of Polypropylene and Ultem Property Values

Polypropylene Homopolymer Polypropylene Copolymer
slight slight
5,400 3,800
225,000 215,000
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Material
Water Absorption Rating
Tensile Strength
Flexural Modulus
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
Dielectric Strength
Ultem
0.25
16,500
500,000
3.1
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Material Properties

  • Mechanical strength
  • FDA compliant grades available
  • Impact resistance
  • Moisture resistance
  • Machinability
  • Extremely strong and stiff
  • FDA compliant grades available
  • High chemical resistance
  • High dielectric strength

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