Tivar® 1000 sets the standard for engineered polymers with a unique combination of wear and corrosion resistance, low friction surface and impact strength. Tivar® 10000 is resistant to chemical attack and moisture absorption, and retains key physical properties to -30° C. An excellent general-purpose material, Tivar® 1000 (natural) is a cost-effective solution for food handling problems, and meets FDA, USDA and 3-A Dairy guidelines for food processing and handling. Tivar® 1000 is also offered in custom colors compounded with FDA/USDA approved pigments, which meet FDA and USDA guidelines for food processing and handling. Whether your business is grain, pharmaceuticals, pizza dough or frozen poultry, Tivar® 1000 material will reliably move your materials and products.
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| Type | Size | Length | Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet | 1/16″ – 6″ | 48 x 96 CTS | Natural or Black |
| Rod | .250″ – 10″ dia | 8′ CTS | Natural or Black |
| Tube | .500″ – 3.50″ ID 1.25″ – 4.00″ OD | 8′ CTS | Natural or Black |
| Profile | Call for Shapes |
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 | g/cm³ | 0.930 | |
| Water Absorption, 24 hrs | % | <0.010 |
| Mechanical Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Stress at Yield | MPa | 19 | |
| Comprehensive Stress at 1/2/5 % nominal strain | MPa | 7/11.5/18 | |
| Ball Indentation Hardness | 30 | ||
| Shore Hardness | 66 | ||
| Charpy Impact Strength notched | kJ/m² | 90P | |
| Charpy Impact Strength unnotched | kJ/m² | 105 |
| Thermal Properties | Units | ASTM | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion | m/m(K.m) | 200 x 10⁻⁶ | |
| Thermal Conductivity | °C | 0.40 | |
| Melting Temperature | °C | 135 | |
| Vicat softening temperature | °C | 82 | |
| Min. Servicing Temperature | °C | -150 |
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.