Ultem® Sheet – High-Performance Polyetherimide (PEI) for Demanding Applications

Ultem® sheet is a versatile, high-performance thermoplastic made from polyetherimide (PEI), renowned for its exceptional strength, heat resistance, flame retardancy, and dimensional stability. Used across aerospace, medical, electrical, and industrial sectors, Ultem sheet offers outstanding mechanical and electrical properties, even in the harshest environments.

Whether you need clear or opaque sheet stock, unfilled or glass-reinforced, Emco Industrial Plastics stocks a wide range of Ultem sheet grades to meet your precise specifications.

 

 

Why Choose Ultem Sheet?

• High Continuous Use Temperature: Up to 340°F (170°C)
• Outstanding Flame Resistance: UL 94 V-0 rated without additives
• Excellent Mechanical Strength: Maintains toughness and rigidity under stress
• Superior Dimensional Stability: Low creep and minimal warpage
• Good Electrical Insulation: Ideal for electrical and electronic applications
• Chemical and Radiation Resistance: Resists many harsh chemicals and sterilization processes

 

 

Available Ultem Sheet Grades

Emco Industrial Plastics offers the following popular Ultem sheet grades, each tailored for specific application requirements:

Grade	Description	Typical Use Cases
Ultem 1000	Unfilled natural amber PEI sheet	General purpose, electrical insulation, aerospace
Ultem 2100	10% glass-filled PEI sheet	Improved stiffness and strength for structural parts
Ultem 2200	20% glass-filled PEI sheet	High-strength components needing thermal resistance
Ultem 2300	30% glass-filled PEI sheet	Heavy-duty structural parts with excellent dimensional stability
Ultem 2400	40% glass-filled PEI sheet	Maximum strength and rigidity for demanding industrial use

 

Standard Sheet Sizes and Thicknesses

• Common sheet sizes: 48" x 96", 36" x 72" (custom sizes available)
• Thickness range: 0.030" to 2.0" (varies by grade)
• Colors: Natural amber, opaque tan/beige, black (depending on grade)

 

 

Typical Applications for Ultem Sheet

• Aerospace interior components and electrical insulation
• Medical device housings and sterilizable parts
• Electrical circuit boards and connectors
• Semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Industrial machinery components exposed to high heat and chemicals

 

 

Why Buy Ultem Sheet from Emco Industrial Plastics?

• Extensive inventory of all major Ultem sheet grades
• Custom cutting and precision CNC machining services
• Technical support to help you select the ideal grade and thickness
• Fast turnaround and reliable delivery
• Full traceability and certification documentation

 

 

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Ready to source Ultem sheet for your next project?

Contact Emco Industrial Plastics:
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1-800-292-9906
www.emcoplastics.com