PPA-CF60 Material Overview
PPA-CF60 is an ultra-high-performance engineering plastic designed for the most extreme industrial applications that demand exceptional mechanical strength, superior thermal stability, and exceptional chemical resistance. With 60% carbon fiber reinforcement, PPA-CF60 offers significantly higher stiffness, strength, and dimensional stability compared to lower reinforcement grades, while maintaining excellent processability. This material is ideal for applications exposed to extremely high mechanical loads, elevated temperatures, and harsh chemical environments.
Mechanical Properties
PPA-CF60 delivers outstanding mechanical performance with substantially improved strength and stiffness while maintaining good processability. It is designed for high-load applications where maximum strength and dimensional stability are critical.
- Tensile Strength: ≥ 350 MPa (Enhanced by 60% carbon fiber reinforcement)
- Flexural Strength: ≥ 500 MPa
- Impact Strength: ≥ 6 kJ/m² (Optimized for high reinforcement levels)
The 60% carbon fiber content provides exceptional stiffness and strength, making PPA-CF60 ideal for the most demanding mechanical environments.
Thermal and Chemical Resistance
PPA-CF60 excels in extreme thermal and chemical environments, offering exceptional heat resistance and chemical stability.
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Approx. 350°C
- Long-Term Service Temperature: Up to 320°C
- Chemical Resistance: Excellent resistance to oils, fuels, solvents, and aggressive industrial chemicals
The high carbon fiber content significantly enhances its heat resistance and stability, making PPA-CF60 perfect for high-temperature and chemically aggressive applications.
Wear Resistance and Processing Characteristics
PPA-CF60 is well-suited for applications requiring superior wear resistance, especially under heavy friction or continuous motion. Its increased carbon fiber content improves wear properties while maintaining manageable processing temperatures.
- Wear Resistance: Excellent under heavy friction and continuous motion
- Processing Methods: Suitable for injection molding and extrusion, with slightly higher processing temperatures than lower-reinforced grades, but still within typical thermoplastic ranges
PPA-CF60 offers outstanding durability and rigidity, perfect for applications requiring both wear resistance and ease of processing.
Environmental Adaptability
PPA-CF60 offers excellent environmental stability, with very low water absorption, high dimensional stability, and reliable performance in both humid and chemically aggressive environments.
Applications
PPA-CF60 is designed for ultra-high-performance applications requiring superior mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Typical applications include:
- Automotive Industry: High-strength engine components, structural parts, and housings exposed to extreme conditions
- Industrial Manufacturing: Heavy-duty gears, bearings, and structural components subjected to high mechanical loads and harsh chemicals
- Aerospace: Critical components requiring high strength, lightweight properties, and high thermal resistance
- Electronics: Enclosures and housings requiring superior strength, heat resistance, and dimensional stability
- Consumer Goods: Durable parts for tools, appliances, and machinery exposed to high mechanical stress and chemicals
Summary Table for PPA-CF60
Characteristic |
Value/Description |
Carbon Fiber Content |
60% |
Tensile Strength |
≥ 350 MPa |
Flexural Strength |
≥ 500 MPa |
Impact Strength |
≥ 6 kJ/m² |
Heat Deflection Temperature |
Approx. 350°C |
Long-Term Service Temperature |
Up to 320°C |
Chemical Resistance |
Excellent |
Water Absorption |
Very Low |
Processing Methods |
Injection molding, extrusion |
Wear Resistance |
Excellent |
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