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PPS is an oxidation- and hydrolysis resistant plastic, which can be used for applications with a service temperature of up to 260°C. PPS has a low sliding friction coefficient and a high abrasion resistance. No water absorption, excellent dimensional stability as well as oil and fuel resistance are further properties. Because of the high hardness tight tolerances are possible.

PI (Polyimide) is a crystalline plastic which is suitable for applications in the high and low temperature range.

Similar to PPSU and PSU, PEI belongs to the group of the amorphous high performance thermoplastics with very good mechanical, electrical and thermal properties. PEI is well suitable for applications with higher service temperatures combined with mechanical stress.

PVDF combines good mechanical, thermal and electrical properties with an excellent chemical resistance. Because PVDF absorbs very little water, it is suitable for an unlimited use in liquids. The service temperature of –40 to +150°C offers a wide application area for this high temperature material.

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a fully fluorinated polymer. Colloquially this plastic is often referred to as Teflon.

PPSU belongs to the group of the amorphous high performance thermoplastics with very good mechanical, electrical and thermal properties for applications with higher service temperatures combined with mechanical stress.

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

PEEK is a high performance plastic, which is characterised by high temperature resistance, excellent chemical resistance and excellent mechanical properties.