Ertacetal® C LQ POM-C

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Ertacetal® C LQ - the ultimate solution for laser technology applications. Made from Polyoxymethylene (POM-C), this specialized grade is specifically designed to show markings with common laser technologies such as IR-YAG and UV-YAG. Unlike standard POM-C, which only experiences burning but no visible dark marking, Ertacetal® C LQ POM-C offers a bright-white, less transparent color that makes it perfect for laser marking, engraving, and cutting applications.Features:Bright-white, less transparent color for improved laser marking visibilityIdentical physical properties and machinability as standard Ertacetal® C natural POM-CProcessed by extrusion technology for consistent, high-quality performanceBenefits:Provides clear and precise markings with common laser technologiesCan be used in a wide range of laser technology applications such as engraving, cutting and markingHigh-quality and consistent performanceApplications:Laser technology applications such as engraving, cutting and markingIndustrial manufacturing and production processesMedical and diagnostic equipmentElectrical and electronic components

Polymer Name: Polyacetal Copolymer (POM)

Physical Form: Plates, Rods

Features: Alkali Resistant, Creep Resistant, Dimensional Stability, Electrically Insulating, Enhanced Physical Properties, Excellent Dielectric Properties, Excellent Mechanical Strength, Excellent Stiffness, Exceptional Resilience, Good Machinability, Good Sliding Properties, High Hardness, High Thermo-Oxidative Stability, Hydrolysis Resistant, Laser Markable, Low Water Absorption, Wear Resistant

Density: 1430.0 - 1430.0 kg/m³

Tensile Modulus: 3100.0 - 3100.0 MPa

Color: White

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Technologies

Features & Benefits

Product Overview
  • High mechanical strength, stiffness and hardness
  • Excellent resilience
  • Good creep resistance
  • High impact strength, even at low temperatures
  • Very good dimensional stability (low water absorption)
  • Good sliding properties and wear resistance
  • Excellent machinability
  • Good electrical insulating and dielectric properties
  • Physiologically inert (most grades are suitable for food contact)
  • Not self-extinguishing
Product Highlights
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials has developed this specific laser-writable Ertacetal® product since the standard POM-C natural grade does not show markings with common laser technologies (e.g. IR-YAG, UV-YAG).
  • Instead, the surface of standard POM-C just experiences burning but no visible dark marking.
  • The new product shows identical physical properties and machinability as Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials’s standard Ertacetal® C natural [POM-C] product and is available in a bright-white, less transparent color.
  • Ertacetal® C LQ POM-C is processed by extrusion technology. 
  • It is available in the form of plates in dimension of 10 – 60 x 610 x 3000 mm.
  • Stock items are available in the form of sheets in 20 and 25 mm thickness.

Applications & Uses

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Properties

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Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength66MPaISO 527-1/-2 ⁷
Tensile Strain at Yield (Elongation) 12%ISO 527-1/-2 ⁷
Tensile Strain at Break (Elongation) 40%ISO 527-1/-2 ⁷
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity3100MPaISO 527-1/-2 ⁹
Compressive Stress (at 1% nominal strain)27MPaISO 604 ¹⁰
Compressive Stress (at 2% nominal strain)45MPaISO 604 ¹⁰
Compressive Stress (at 5% nominal strain)78MPaISO 604 ¹⁰
Charpy Impact Strength (Notched)7kJ/m²ISO 179-1/1eA
Hardness ¹⁴83ISO 2039-2, Rockwell M 
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Temperature (DSC, 10°C / min)170°CISO 11357-1/-3
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 to 100°C)110μm/(m.K)
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 to 60°C)125μm/(m.K)
Heat Deflection Temperature100°CISO 75-1/-2 (Method A: 1.8 MPa (264 PSI))
Continuous Allowable Service Temperature in Air (20.0 hrs) ³100°C
Minimum Service Temperature ⁴-50°C
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Surface Resistivity10E12Ohm/sq.ANSI/ESD STM 11.11
Note
  1. The figures given for these properties are for the most part derived from raw material supplier data and other publications.
  2. Values for this property are only given here for amorphous materials and for materials that do not show a melting temperature (PBI, PAI & PI). DMA settings, oscillation amplitude of 0.20 mm; a frequency of 1 Hz ; heating rate of 2°C/min
  3. Temperature resistance over a period of min. 20,000 hours. After this period of time, there is a decrease in tensile strength – measured at 23 °C (73°F)– of about 50 % as compared with the original value. The temperature value given here is thus based on the thermal-oxidative degradation which takes place and causes a reduction in properties. Note, however, that the maximum allowable service temperature depends in many cases essentially on the duration and the magnitude of the mechanical stresses to which the material is subjected.
  4. Impact strength decreasing with decreasing temperature, the minimum allowable service temperature is practically mainly determined by the extent to which the material is subjected to impact. The value given here is based on unfavorable impact conditions and may consequently not be considered as being the absolute practical limit.
  5. These estimated ratings, derived from raw material supplier data and other publications, are not intended to reflect hazards presented by the material under actual fire conditions. There is no ‘UL File Number’ available for these stock shapes.
  6. Most of the figures given for the mechanical properties are average values of tests run on dry test specimens machined out of rods 40-50 mm (1.5 - 2") when available, else out of plate 10-20mm (0.4 - 0.8"). All tests are done at room temperature (23° / 73°F)
  7. Test speed: either 5 mm/min or 50 mm/min [chosen acc. to ISO 10350-1 as a function of the ductile behavior of the material (tough or brittle)] using type 1B tensile bars
  8. Test speed: either 0.2"/min or 2"/min or [chosen as a function of the ductile behavior of the material (brittle or tough)] using Type 1 tensile bars
  9. Test speed: 1 mm/min, using type 1B tensile bars
  10. Test specimens: cylinders Ø 8 mm x 16 mm, test speed 1 mm/min
  11. Test specimens: cylinders Ø 8 mm x 16 mm, test speed 1 mm/min
  12. Test specimens: bars 4 mm (thickness) x 10 mm x 80 mm ; test speed: 2 mm/min ; span: 64 mm
  13. Test specimens: bars 0.25" (thickness) x 0.5" x 5" ; test speed: 0.11"/min ; span: 4"
  14. Measured on 10 mm, 0.4" thick test specimens.
  15. Electrode configuration: Ø 25 / Ø 75 mm coaxial cylinders ; in transformer oil according to IEC 60296 ; 1 mm thick test specimens.
  16. Measured on disks Ø 50 mm x 3 mm.
  17. Measured on 1/8" thick x 2" diameter or square
  18. Test procedure similar to Test Method A: “Pin-on-disk” as described in ISO7148-2, Load 3MPa, sliding velocity= 0,33 m/s, mating plate steel Ra= 0.7-0.9 μm, tested at 23°C, 50%RH.
  19. Test using journal bearing system, 200 hrs, 118 ft/min, 42 PSI, steel shaft roughness 16±2 RMS micro inches with Hardness Brinell of 180-200
  20. Test using Plastic Thrust Washer rotating against steel, 20 ft/min and 250 PSI, Stationary steel washer roughness 16±2 RMS micro inches with Rockwell C 20-24
  21. Test using Plastic Thrust Washer rotating against steel, Step by step increase pressure, Test ends when plastic begins to deform or if temperature increases to 300°F.
  22. The table, mainly to be used for comparison purposes, is a valuable help in the choice of a material. The data listed here fall within the normal range of product properties of dry material. However, they are not guaranteed and they should not be used to establish material specification limits nor used alone as the basis of design.