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MaterialsPOM-CPlastic sheets vs. semi-finished products: differences & areas of applicationPlastic sheets or semi-finished products? Differences, forms, materials and typical areas of application clearly explained.- MaterialsPVC hartPlastic solutions for mechanical engineering: the best materials and applicationsFind out which plastics are suitable for mechanical engineering. Advantages, properties & applications – discover the best materials!
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.
MaterialsPA 6Polyamide-imide plastic (PAI)PAI (polyamide-imide) stands out for its high strength, temperature and chemical resistance. Everything about properties and applications.- MaterialsPA 6Polybutylene terephthalate plasticPBT (polybutylene terephthalate) stands out for its high strength, chemical resistance & electrical insulation. Production & areas of application.
MaterialsPCPolycarbonate plasticPolycarbonate (PC) is a transparent, impact-resistant plastic with high temperature resistance. Ideal for the electronics and automotive industries.- MaterialsPOM-CPolyimidePolyimide is a high-temperature-resistant high-performance plastic. Properties, temperatures, polyimide sheets, semi-finished products and applications.
- MaterialsPOM-CPolyketonePK (polyketone) stands out for its high impact strength and low moisture absorption. Applications, processing and advantages.
- 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.
- MaterialsPCPolyphenylene etherPPE plastic explained: properties, temperature resistance, technical data, applications and differences from PC and PBT.
- MaterialsPA 6Polyphenylene sulphidePPS (polyphenylene sulphide) stands out for its high temperature resistance, chemical resistance and mechanical stability.
- MaterialsPCPolyphenylsulfonePPSU (polyphenylsulfone) stands out for its high impact strength, sterilizability and chemical resistance. Applications, processing and advantages.
- MaterialsPA 6PolyphthalamidePPA (polyphthalamide) - high mechanical strength, heat resistance & chemical resistance. Applications, processing & advantages.
MaterialsPEEKPolysulfonePSU (polysulfone) stands out for its high temperature resistance, chemical resistance and electrical insulation. Processing and advantages.
MaterialsPVDFPolyvinylidene fluoridePVDF plastic: properties, applications & advantages. Discover the high resistance & versatile uses of PVDF.
MaterialsPVC hartPVC properties & PVC-U properties | density, resistance & rigid PVCPVC properties at a glance: density, chemical resistance, temperature behaviour and PVC-U properties. Information on rigid PVC and PVC sheets.- MaterialsPEEKRadiation-resistant plasticsWhich plastics are radiation-resistant? More about PEEK, PI, PSU, PE and resistance to gamma, X-ray and electron radiation.
- MaterialsPPStandard plastic or high-performance plastic? Decision criteria in comparisonStandard plastic or high-performance plastic? This article compares properties, areas of application and decision-making criteria and helps with the selection of the right material for engineering applications.
- MaterialsPCSulfone polymers compared: PSU, PES, PPSU in outdoor applicationsPSU, PES and PPSU in outdoor comparison: thermal performance, hydrolysis, UV resistance, coating, cost and availability. Practical for design and purchasing.
- MaterialsPCTemperature cycling resistance in engineering plasticsWhich plastics are particularly resistant to temperature changes, which test methods exist and why this property is crucial.
MaterialsPTFETemperature resistance of plasticsWhich plastics are temperature-resistant? Find out everything about heat- and cold-resistant plastics, thermal properties, high-performance plastics and applications at high temperatures.- MaterialsPE 1000Tribological properties of engineering plasticsTribological properties of plastics explained: friction, wear, materials, influencing factors and plastic-steel friction pairings.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)UV-resistant plastics – UV protection, resistance & comparisonWhich plastics are UV-resistant? Find out what UV resistance means and which materials such as polyamide, polycarbonate or acrylic glass are suitable for outdoor use.
- MaterialsAcrylglas (PMMA)What is acrylic glass? Properties, production and advantages of PMMAWhat is acrylic glass? Find out more about the properties, production, temperature resistance and areas of application of PMMA and acrylic glass sheets.