Products in Military & Defense: Polyimides (PI)

SABIC's Specialties Business Transparent, high flow Polyetherimide (Tg 217C). ECO Conforming. Improved processability for Fiber extrusion. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

High flow ULTEM for thin wall application

SABIC's Specialties Business EXTEM™ Resin XH2315 is a reinforced, 30% glass fiber-filled amorphous thermoplastic polyimide resin that offers an extremely high glass transition temperature (Tg) of 267°C. It features excellent mechanical, electrical, and dimensional properties up to the highest temperatures, as well as very good chemical resistance for an amorphous material. It is also inherently flame retardant, achieving UL94 V0 ratings at 0.75 mm and V0, 5VA at 1.0 mm and 1.5 - 1.65 mm. This material is RoHS compliant and is available in natural and black colors with a transparent amber base.

SABIC's Specialties Business Enhanced flow Polyetherimide copolymer (Tg 225C) with internal mold release and enhanced chemical resistance to strong acids, bases, aromatics and ketones. ECO Conforming. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business Transparent, Thermoplastic Polyimide (TPI) resin with a glass transition temperature (Tg) of 247C. This product has thin wall FR capability and has a UL94 V0 listing. This material is RoHS compliant and also halogen free according VDE/DIN 472 part 815. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business ULTEM™ Resin SF2270 is a 20% Glass fiber filled, super high flow (highest flow) polyetherimide(PEI) (Tg 217°C) with internal mold release, ECO conforming, UL94 V0 listing.This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business Transparent, Thermoplastic Polyimide (TPI) resin with a glass transition temperature (Tg) of 247C. Powder version of VH1003. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business Transparent, Thermoplastic Polyimide (TPI) resin with a glass transition temperature (Tg) of 247C. Internal mold release. This product has thinwall FR capability and has a UL94 V0 listing. This material is RoHS compliant and also halogen free according VDE/DIN 472 part 815. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business LNP THERMOCOMP 9X99089 compound is based on Polyetherimide (PEI) resin containing 20% carbon fiber. Added features of this grade include: Electrically Conductive. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business ULTEM™ Resin 1010 is an unreinforced amorphous polyetherimide (PEI) resin that offers a high glass transition temperature (Tg) of 217°C and improved flow. Its features include excellent mechanical, electrical, and dimensional properties up to high temperatures. The material also offers very good chemical resistance for an amorphous material and is inherently flame retardant, offering UL94 V0 and 5V ratings as well as aerospace FAR 25.853 compliance. ULTEM™ Resin 1010 is RoHS compliant, and the natural, uncolored material is halogen-free according to standards IEC 61249-2-21, IPC 4101E, and JEDEC JS709B. Compliance for colored variants needs to be checked on a case-by-case basis. The base material is transparent amber-colored but is also available in custom colors, both transparent and opaque. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

High flow ULTEM for thin wall application

High flow ULTEM blends for thin wall application

SABIC's Specialties Business ULTEM™ Resin DT1810EV has an improved ductility, transparent, enhanced flow Polyetherimide blend (Tg 217°C) with internal mold release and enhanced ductility. ECO Conforming, UL94 V0 listed.This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business ULTEM™ Resin 1000 is an unreinforced amorphous polyetherimide (PEI) resin that offers a high glass transition temperature (Tg) of 217°C. It features excellent mechanical, electrical, and dimensional properties at high temperatures. The material also offers very good chemical resistance for an amorphous material and is inherently flame retardant, offering UL94 V0 and 5V ratings and aerospace FAR 25.853 compliance. The material is RoHS-compliant, and the natural, uncolored material is halogen-free according to standards IEC 61249-2-21, IPC 4101E, and JEDEC JS709B. Compliance needs to be checked case by case for colored variants. The base material is transparent amber-colored but is also available in custom colors, both transparent and opaque. ISCC+-certified renewable bio-based solutions are available for this grade via differentiated color nomenclature. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business Enhanced low temperature impact, high flow Polyetherimide blend. ECO Conforming. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business ULTEM™ Resin CRS5001 Transparent is a standard flow polyetherimide copolymer (Tg 225C) with enhanced chemical resistance to strong acids, bases, aromatics, and ketones. It is ECO-compliant and has a UL94 V0 listing. An ideal alternative to polysulfone, ULTEM™ Resin CRS5001 Transparent meets the flame, smoke, and OEM toxicity requirements beneficial for aerospace interior applications such as connectors in hidden spaces. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business ULTEM™ Resin 2200 is a 20% Glass fiber filled, standard flow Polyetherimide (Tg 217°C) . ECO Conforming, UL94 V0 and 5VA listing. NSF 51 listing, WRAS certification in recognized colors.This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business 20% Glass fiber filled, enhanced flow Polyetherimide copolymer (Tg 225C) with internal mold release and enhanced chemical resistance to strong acids, bases, aromatics, and ketones. ECO conforming. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

SABIC's Specialties Business 10% Glass fiber filled, enhanced flow Polyetherimide copolymer (Tg 225C) with enhanced chemical resistance to strong acids, bases, aromatics, and ketones. ECO conforming, UL94 V0 and 5 VA listing. This product does not contain PFAS intentionally added during SHPP’s manufacturing process and are not expected to contain unintentional PFAS impurities. Each user is responsible for evaluating the presence of unintentional PFAS impurities.

Renegade Materials Corporation AFR-PE-4 Polyimide produces thousands of pounds of polyimide prepregs for flight hardware every month with a perfect quality and delivery record! Renegade Materials' high temperature prepregs and adhesives are powered by next generation polyimide resin technology. As the largest production supplier of polyimide composite materials in the world, we are the industry's most-trusted commercial source for AFR-PE-4 and other aerospace grade polyimide materials. Renegade Materials is the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with proprietary RM-1100 polyimide resin technology offering the highest temperature polymeric solution for commercial and military engine/aircraft applications up to 700°F. Renegade Materials is also the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with patented MVK-14M FreeFormTM, a polyimide prepreg used in global commercial aircraft applications up to 550°F.

P96/P26 consist of a flame resistant, polyimide resin system suitable for military, commercial or industrial electronic applications requiring superior performance and the utmost in thermal properties. These products utilize a polyimide and thermoplastic blend resin, fully cured without the use of MDA (Methylenedianiline). This results in a polymer with a high Tg without the characteristic difficulties of brittleness and low initial bond strength associated with traditional thermoset polyimides.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-1066 Polyimide produces thousands of pounds of polyimide prepregs for flight hardware every month with a perfect quality and delivery record! Renegade Materials' high temperature prepregs and adhesives are powered by next generation polyimide resin technology. As the largest production supplier of polyimide composite materials in the world, we are the industry's most-trusted commercial source for AFR-PE-4 and other aerospace grade polyimide materials. Renegade Materials is the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with proprietary RM-1100 polyimide resin technology offering the highest temperature polymeric solution for commercial and military engine/aircraft applications up to 700°F. Renegade Materials is also the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with patented MVK-14M FreeFormTM, a polyimide prepreg used in global commercial aircraft applications up to 550°F.

Hybrid Plastics CORIN is a colorless, clear, organic/inorganic sprayable nanocomposite that is resistant to radiation and atomic oxygen erosion. CORIN XLS Polyimide is ideal for use in national security applications, such as satellites, and also in solar panels and lightemitting organic displays. CORIN XLS Polyimide combines polyimide and nanocomposite technologies to deliver unsurpassed levels of optical clarity and oxidative stability, as well as stability to solar radiation. This fluorinated polyimide nanocomposite offers the highest atomic oxygen (AO) durability as well as the highest light transmission of all the CORIN grades, making it an ideal lightweight substitute material for glass used in space polyvoltaic (PV) arrays in low earth orbit (LEO).

P25N consist of a polyimide resin system suitable for military, commercial or industrial electronic applications requiring superior performance and the utmost in thermal properties. These products utilize a polyimide and thermoplastic blend resin, fully cured without the use of Methylenedianiline (MDA). This results in a polymer with a high Tg without the characteristic difficulties of brittleness and low initial bond strength associated with traditional thermoset polyimides.

P95/P25 consist of an HB flammability rated polyimide resin system suitable for military, commercial or industrial electronic applications requiring superior performance and the utmost in thermal properties. These products utilize a polyimide and thermoplastic blend resin, fully cured without the use of MDA (Methylenedianiline). This results in a polymer with a high Tg without the characteristic difficulties of brittleness and low initial bond strength associated with traditional thermoset polyimides.

Soundfoam HTC is lightweight, flexible, open cell polyimide foam.

Arlon 85HP’s unique blend of pure polyimide resin and micro-fi ne proprietary fi llers results in superior performance for demanding applications. Compared to conventional polyimide systems, 85HP has a lower Z-axis expansion and twice the thermal conductivity. 85HP reduces resin cracking and wicking in designs with high density plated through holes and vias. 85HP prepreg has resin fl ow characteristics and pressed thickness matching standard polyimides.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-1100 Polyimide produces thousands of pounds of polyimide prepregs for flight hardware every month with a perfect quality and delivery record! Renegade Materials' high temperature prepregs and adhesives are powered by next generation polyimide resin technology. As the largest production supplier of polyimide composite materials in the world, we are the industry's most-trusted commercial source for AFR-PE-4 and other aerospace grade polyimide materials. Renegade Materials is the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with proprietary RM-1100 polyimide resin technology offering the highest temperature polymeric solution for commercial and military engine/aircraft applications up to 700°F. Renegade Materials is also the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with patented MVK-14M FreeFormTM, a polyimide prepreg used in global commercial aircraft applications up to 550°F.

Maverick Corporation MVK-19 is an ultra-high temperature polyimide resin with continuous service capability up to 371°C. MVK-19’s excellent thermal stability makes it suitable for use in some of the harshest applications for composite bearings and structures.MVK-19 does not contain the toxic diamine 4,4’-methylenedianiline (MDA) or any other carcinogenic or mutagenic component. Its chemistry makes MVK-19 most suitable to be processed by compression molding.MVK-19 was formulated and developed by Maverick, and it has been qualified for use in military and commercial jet engines since 1994. Maverick Molding Company manufactures MVK-19 molded parts in high-rate production at our Blue Ash facility. MVK-19 is available as a resin solution from Maverick Corporation.