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MaterialsPE 1000Chemical resistance of plasticsWhich plastics are chemically resistant, and how temperature, concentration and load affect service life.
MaterialsPEEKElectrical insulation properties of plasticsWhich plastics insulate electrically, how dielectric strength & CTI are assessed & which factors are important when choosing.
MaterialsPA 6How resistant are plastics to chemicals?How resistant are plastics to chemicals? Overview of PTFE, PEEK, PVDF, PE-HD & co. with a table on acids, alkalis, solvents & temperature.- MaterialsPA 6PA plasticPolyamide clearly explained: properties, differences between PA 6 and PA 66, moisture absorption, processing and industrial applications.
MaterialsPTFEPlastic for seals: choosing the right materialsWhich plastic is suitable for seals? Compare PTFE, PEEK, EPDM, NBR and silicone by temperature, pressure, medium and type of seal.
MaterialsABSPlastic materials for industryCompare engineering plastics by properties such as heat resistance, sliding properties or FDA compliance. Find the right material now.
MaterialsPVC hartPlastic sheets (plastic sheets): materials, properties and applicationsA plastic sheet offers numerous advantages that make it attractive for a wide range of applications. Depending on the material, they are weather-resistant, UV-resistant, heat-resistant and food-safe.- MaterialsPVC hartPlastics compared: PET, PVC, PE – properties and applicationsPET vs. PVC vs. PE – Learn about the differences, properties and applications of the three most important plastics.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)Plastics for outdoor use: UV-resistant, weatherproof and durableWhich plastics are suitable for outdoor use? Discover UV-resistant, robust materials for garden, construction & technical applications – with comparison & practical knowledge.
- MaterialsPE 1000Plastics in the military: resistance to oil, UV, sand & chemicalsWhich plastics really withstand military field conditions? Comparison of resistance to oil, UV, sand, abrasion and chemicals – including PE 1000, PTFE, PA6 and polycarbonate.
MaterialsPE 300 (PE-HD)Polyethylene (PE), Technical Properties and ApplicationsLearn more about the properties, variants and applications of polyethylene (PE) in industry, including PE 300, PE 500 and PE 1000.
MaterialsPOM-CPolyoxymethylene (POM): properties, variants and applicationsLearn more about polyoxymethylene (POM), its POM-C and POM-H variants, and the applications and special properties of this engineering plastic.- MaterialsPE 1000Tribological properties of engineering plasticsTribological properties of plastics explained: friction, wear, materials, influencing factors and plastic-steel friction pairings.
- MaterialsPCWeather-resistant plastics – UV-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor useWhich plastics are weather-resistant? Overview of UV-resistant plastic sheets for outdoor use – weatherproof, durable and available cut to size.
- MaterialsPOM-CWhy engineering plastics are ideal materials for robot componentsWhy engineering plastics such as POM or PEEK are ideal for robots: advantages, materials, applications & solutions for industry.