This copolymer acetal grade, containing a metal detectable additive, has been specifically tailored for use in the food processing and packaging industries where it can easily be traced by the conventional metal detection systems installed to detect contamination of the foodstuffs (results may vary depending on the sensitivity of the metal detection system used). Metal Detectable Acetal presents good mechanical strength, stiffness and impact strength, and it also features a food contact compliant composition.
Until now, when a food processor or other manufacturer needed a means of detecting the presence of foreign substances in the product, they had no choice but to use highly visible colored materials for their plastic parts. Metal detectable Acetal can be detected by the standard metal detectable equipment that is typically used in quality inspection. This advancement in technology will reduce the risk of product containment, and help minimize the possibility of significant financial loss.
Brand Names
Sustarin® C MDT
Acetron® MD
Unital® SFX0102M
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Properties
Physical Properties
Units
ASTM
Results
Density
lb/in3
D792
0.0535
Water Absorption. 24 hrs
%
D570
0.22
Mechanical Properties
Units
ASTM
Results
Elongation @ Break, 73°F
%
D638
10
Flexural Strength, 73°F
psi
D790
15,000
Flexural Modulus, 73°F
psi
D790
490,000
Compressive Strength @1%
psi
D695
3,100
Flexural ModulusIzod Impact Strength, 73°F
ft-lbs/in
D256
0.77
Rockwell Hardness
M scale
D785
91
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
in/in/°F
D696
7.7 x 10^5
Maximum Servicing Temperature, Intermittent
°F
285
Thermal Properties
Units
ASTM
Results
Long Term
°F
UL746B
212
Melting Point
°F
D2133
329
Flammability
UL94
HB
Electrical Properties
Units
ASTM
Results
Surface Resistivity
ohm/square
D149
1.0 x 10 ^12
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.
Applications
Bearings
Bushings
Electrical components
Gears
Rollers
Structural keels
Wear strips
Pump parts
Advantages
Excellent wear resistance
Detectable by standard metal detection equipment
Excellent machinability
Manufactured from resin that is FDA compliant
Very good strength. stiffness
Good heat resistance
Excellent chemical resistance
Opaque
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