Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), more commonly known as Polyester, is a durable, tough thermoplastic with good chemical, high energy radiation, weather, wear and abrasion resistance.
PET-P material under the tradename of Ertalyte® is produced by proprietary resin grades made by Quadrant. Ertalyte® PET-P is an unreinforced, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester characterized as having the best dimensional stability coupled with excellent wear resistance, a low coefficient of friction, high strength, low water absorption, and resistance to moderately acidic solutions. Its properties make it a good choice for tight tolerance machining, especially the manufacture of precision mechanical parts which require sustaining high loads and enduring wear conditions.
Also Consider Ertalyte TX , an internally lubricated version of PET-P, which provides enhanced wear and inertness over general purpose nylons or acetals.
Emco Industrial Plastics doesn’t claim to represent all of the manufacturers or trade name products listed. This list is intended as a guide of typical materials available for purchase from Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc. For additional information, contact an Emco Industrial Plastics representative by filling out the form below.
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Type | Size | Length | Color |
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Sheet | 0.25″ – 2.5″ TH | Up to 24″ x 48″; CTS | Natural (White), Black |
Rod | 0.25″ – 6″ DIA | Std. foot lengths; CTS | Natural (White), Black |
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Physical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
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Density | lb/in³ | D792 | 0.051 |
Water Absorption, 24 hrs | % | D570 | 0.07 |
Mechanical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
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Tensile Strength @yield | psi | D638 | 12400 |
Tensile Modulus | psi | D638 | 460000 |
Tensile Elongation @Break | % | D638 | 20 |
Flexural Strength | psi | D790 | 18,000 |
Flexural Modulus | psi | 400000 | 490,000 |
Compressive Strength | psi | D695 | 15,000 |
Compressive Modulus | psi | D695 | 420,000 |
Hardness, Rockwell R | D785 | R125/M93 | |
IZOD Impact Strength Notched | ft-lb/in | D256 | 0.5 |
Thermal Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
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Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion | (x 10⁻⁵ in./in./°F) | D256 | 3.3 |
Heat Deflection Temp at 264 psi | °F | 240 | |
Melting Temperature | °F | D3418 | 491 |
Max Operating Temp | °F | 210 | |
Thermal Conductivity | BTU-in/ft²-hr-°F | C177 | 3 |
Flammability Rating | UL94 | HB |
Electrical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
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Dielectric Strength | V/mil | D149 | 385 |
Dissipation Factor @ 60 Hz | D150 | 3.4 | |
Volume Resistivity, 50% RH | ohm-cm | D257 | >10¹³ |
NOTE: The property values presented above are typical values intended for reference and comparison purposes only. They should NOT be used as a basis for design specifications or quality control. Contact us for manufacturers’ complete material property datasheets. All values at 73°F (23°C) unless otherwise noted.
NOTE: Several grades of this material are available. For additional information regarding this plastic, contact your Emco Industrial Plastics representative or call 973-862-4148.