Hydex™ 4101 is a very stable chemical compound that can withstand high impact without deterioration. It is approved for direct contact with food by the FDA and is ideal for machined parts in food processing equipment. Hydex™ 4101 has excellent resistance to typical cleaning chemicals such as chlorine and caustic solutions and has a very low moisture absorption rate, as much as 15 times less than nylon.
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Request Fabrication/Machining ServicesGeneric Name
Polybutylene Terephthalate
Available In
Sheet, Rod
Certifications
FDA, USDA, 3A Dairy Approved
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| Type | Size | Length | Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet | .25″ to 2″ | 24” x 24” CTS, 24” x 48” CTS | White and Black |
| Rod | 3/16” to 4 ¾” (10’ Length 5” & greater (5’ Length) | Varies by diameter | White or Black |
Give us your cut-to-size dimensions. We will precision-cut these plastics to your exact size. Additional sizes and colors available upon request.
| Physical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | lb/in³ | D792 | 1.31 |
| Water Absorption, 24 hrs | % | D570 | 0.07 |
| Mechanical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength @ yield | psi | D638 | 9400 |
| Tensile Elongation @Break | % | D638 | 50 |
| Flexural Strength | psi | D790 | 11,600 |
| Flexural Modulus | psi | 420000 | |
| IZOD Impact Strength Notched | ft-lb/in | D256 | 0.7 |
| Thermal Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion | (x 10^-5 in./in./°F) | 4.5 | |
| Heat Deflection Temp at 264 psi | °F | D648 | 200 |
| Melting Temperature | °F | 420 | |
| Max Operating Temp. | °F | 221 |