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PET
PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) Product Guide
Applications | Mechanical Data
Overview
PET is a general-purpose thermoplastic polymer which belongs to the polyester family. Its a strong, stiff engineering plastic with excellent clarity, bearing and wearing properties, and chemical resistance. PET is virtually odorless and thermoforms easily at low forming temperatures with quick cycle times. PET is also known for its shatter resistance, low moisture resistance, stain resistance, and low thermal expansion. Its typcially used for food processing machinery components, filler pistons, graphic arts, clear novelty items, and wear pads.
Common Brand/Trade Names
TECAPET™ PET, Ertalyte®, Sustadur PET
Other Resources
Products
PET Sheet/Plate | PET Shim Stock
Applications
- Wheel & Rollers
- Food Handling Trays
- Store Fixtures
- Medical Storage & Packaging
- Tote Trays & Lids
| Mechanical Information | ||||
| Density | Tensile Strength | Tensile Modulus | Elongation at Break % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial | 0.050-0.051 lb/in3 | 12-13 ksi | 460-470 ksi | 20-30 |
| Metric | 1.38-1.41 g/cc | 82.7-89.6 MPa | 3,172-3,241 MPa | |
| Mechanical Information | ||||
| Flexural Strength | Flexural Modulus | Compressive Strength | Compressive Modulus | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial | 17-19 ksi | 480-500 ksi | 15 ksi | 392-420 ksi |
| Metric | 117.2-131 MPa | 3,309-3,447 MPa | 103.4 MPa | 2,703-2,896 MPa |
| Mechanical Information | |||
| Izod Impact (notched) | Hardness, Rockwell | Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion | Heat Deflection Temp. at 26.4 KSI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5-0.7 ft-lb/in | M93-101 | 3.3-3.9 x 10^-5 in./in./°F | 175-240°F / 79-116°C |
| Mechanical Information | |||
| Water Absorption %, 24hrs | Thermal Conductivity | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.07-0.1 | 1.8-2.01 BTU-in/ft^2-hr-°F | ||
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Chemistry Information
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|
Element |
Percentage |
| Polyethylene Terephthalate - (C10H8O4)n | 100 min |