Housings

PETMaterial vergleichen

PET is an unreinforced partially crystalline, thermoplastic polyester. It is characterised by a high mechanical stability, excellent dimensional stability (better than POM), very good wear resistance (comparable with PA 6) and very good sliding properties. PET has also good electrical insulating properties and good acid resistance, it is physiologically harmless. A very low water absorption, which hardly affects the mechanical and electrical properties, and the (within the group of the thermoplastics) comparatively low thermal expansion coefficient are the reason for an excellent dimensional accuracy.

Most important properties

High stability, hardness and toughness
Low thermal expansion, dimensionally stable
High acid resistance
Good sliding properties and wear resistance
Very good electrical insulating properties
Bond- and weldable
Good cutting properties
Physiologically harmless
Good weather resistance

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POM-CMaterial vergleichen

POM-C is a highly crystalline thermoplastic. It is characterised by an extremely low water absorption, very high measuring stability and optimal processing properties (short-chipping). Because of the favourable properties – high hardness, stiffness and stability combined with good toughness and chemical resistance as well as favourable friction and wear behaviour – POM-C can be used in many cases instead of metallic materials.

Most important properties

Versatile high performance material
High stability and hardness
Very good cutting properties
Dimensional stability
Low water absorption
Very low creep properties
High chemical resistance
Good sliding properties
Physiologically harmless

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PSMaterial vergleichen

PS (polystyrene) is a transparent, amorphous or partially crystalline thermoplastic. Amorphous polystyrene is a widely-used plastic which is used in many areas of daily life. Polystyrene is UV sensitive.

Most important properties

Very cost-efficient
Available in various colours and surfaces
Lightweight
Foamed versions also available
Temperature-resistant only to a limited extent

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PMMAMaterial vergleichen

PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate), also known as acryl glass, PLEXIGLAS® or PERSPEX®, is available in cast or extruded quality. Uncoloured it has a translucency of 92 percent.

Most important properties

Temperature resistance (–20 to approx. +80°C)
Weather resistance
Super-transparent
High surface quality
Low weight

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ABSMaterial vergleichen

ABS has a high scratch resistance and very good mechanical properties. This plastic has a high surface- and volume resistance combined with only very low static charge. The physiological harmlessness and the low stress cracking are further advantages.

Most important properties

Excellent stiffness
High hardness
Temperature resistance (down to –45°C)
Low static charge
High scratch resistance
Physiologically harmless

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PESMaterial vergleichen

PES (Polyethersulfone) is an amorphous thermoplastic with high temperature resistance.

Most important properties

Temperature resistance (up to 210°C)
Hydrolysis resistance (no water absorption)
Good electrical properties

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DiBond ®Material vergleichen

DiBond® is an aluminium composite panel, which was especially developed for modern design ideas, such as the visual communication or casing in the machine construction.

Most important properties

Temperature resistance (–50 to +80°C)
Low weight
High bending strength
Very good sonic properties
Excellent varnishing and screen printing properties