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Manifattura Cattaneo PET + PTFE

Manifattura Cattaneo PET + PTFEis a polyethylene terephthalate modified in the structure by the incorporation of dispersed PTFE. This specific formulation exhibits extraordinary self-lubricating properties, in addition to having excellent wear resistance, it offers a better coefficient of friction.

Polymer Name: Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

Physical Form: Rods, Sheets

Features: Acid Resistant, Creep Resistant, Dimensional Stability, Electrically Insulating, Excellent Mechanical Strength, Food Contact Acceptable, Good Stain Resistance, High Coefficient of Friction, High Hardness, High Stiffness, Low Friction, Radiation Resistant, Self Lubricating, Wear Resistant

Density: 1460.0 - 1460.0 kg/m³

Tensile Modulus: 3450.0 - 3450.0 MPa

Color: Grey

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Identification & Functionality

Technologies

Features & Benefits

Characteristics
  • High mechanical strength, hardness and rigidity
  • Very good creep resistance
  • Low and constant friction coefficient
  • Excellent wear resistance (comparable and even better than polyamides)
  • Excellent dimensional stability (better than acetal resin)
  • Better resistance to acids against PA6 and polyacetals
  • Good electrical insulation properties
  • Physiologically inert (suitable for contact with food)
  • High resistance to strong energy radiation (gamma and X rays)
  • Excellent anti-stain properties

Applications & Uses

Properties

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Physical Form
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.46g/cm3ISO 1183
Water (Absorption At Saturation)0.47%ISO 62
Moisture (Absorption At 23°C - 50% RH)0.23%ISO 62
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength (Break)76MPaISO 527
Rockwell Hardness94Scale MISO 2039-2
Elongation (Break)7%ISO 527
Tensile Modulus3450MPaISO 527
IMPact Strength (Un-Notched)min.30KJ /m2ISO 179
IMPact Strength (Notch)2.5KJ /m2ISO 179
Compressive Stress (1% Strain-23°C)24MPaISO 604
Poisson'S Ratio0.44Abs
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Maximum Operating Temperature115°C
Minimum Operating Temperature-20°C
Heat Deflection Temperature (1.81 MPa)75°CISO 75
Thermal Conductivity (23°C)0.29W/(K*m)DIN 52612
Coef. Of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 To 100°C)85 - 85μmASTM D696
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
BondabilityYes
Oxygen Limit Index25%ISO 4589
Uv ResistanceNo.
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volume Resistance10^15 - 10^16ΩIEC 60093
Surface Resistance10^14 - 10^15ΩIEC 60094
Dielectric Constant (1 MHZ)3.2absIEC 60250
Dielectric Loss Factor (1 MHZ)0.014tanIEC 60250
Dielectric Witch (2mm)21KV/mmIEC 60243
Flammability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
FlammabilityHB-V2UL 94
Tribological Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Static Coef. Of Friction On Polished Steel0.09absMPC test
Dynamic Coef. Of Friction On Polished Steel0.17absMPC test
Pv Limit Without Lubrication0.54MPaMPC test V = 0.5 m / s MPC
Wear Coefficient On Hardened Polished Steel0.6μm/stest PV = 0.1 MPa * m / s
Maximum Pressure25MPaMPC test

Regulatory & Compliance

Food Contact Safety (FDA Compliance)

Yes (Test Method -DM 21.3.73)