- Semi-crystalline structure with glass transition temperature of 143 C and a melting temperature of 343 C
- Resistant to high and low temperatures
- Chemical resistant to most chemicals, even at high temperatures
- Flame retardant without any additives
- Unmatched hydrolysis resistance
- Low smoke development during combustion
- Good abrasion resistance and low friction
- Excellent mechanical properties
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is the only thermoplastic that can achieve mechanical properties at above 300 C. This semi-crystalline aromatic polymer is considered to be the exclusive thermoplastic available on the market today.
PEEK Properties
VICTREX PEEK
VICTREX PEEK is an all-round high performance polymer that offers excellent mechanical properties as well as chemical and temperature resistance and is suited to both injection moulding and extrusion.
It’s used in many different applications for demanding environments, like food processing, medical devices, oil & gas and engineering industry. The PEEK grade 450G is also FDA food contact compliant and has been tested against the requirements of ISO 10993-5 for cytotoxicity in support of ISO 10993 Type A medical applications with less than 24 hours exposure.
Used by world leading brands in aerospace, automotive, energy, electronics, industrial and medical. Are you in need of a material that could handle demanding environments, replacing metal and other polymers? Then Victrex PEEK may be your choice.
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