Products

Ertalyte® Sterra™ PET is an unreinforced, semi-crystalline grade that is produced from proprietary resin grades made by Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials. Characterized by its excellent wear resistance, low coefficient of friction, high strength, and resistance to moderately acidic solutions, this grade is capable of sustaining high loads and retains more of its original strength up to 180°F (85°C) than nylons or acetals. Due to these characteristics, Ertalyte® Sterra™ PET components are a favored solution for bearing and structural applications throughout the pharmaceutical, food processing and packaging, and oil and gas industries. As part of the Sterra™ product portfolio, this material contains recycled content and exhibits a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to similar materials derived from non-recycled feedstocks.

Altron™ LSG PC is a polymer made from polycarbonate (PC) and is available in the form of plates and rods. It boasts a wide range of features, including hydrocarbon resistance, ethylene oxide sterilizability, impact resistance, hot water resistance, biocompatibility, X-ray sterilizability, alkali resistance, excellent toughness, life science grade, no animal-derived components, gamma sterilizability, odorlessness, excellent dielectric properties, and acid resistance. Transparent in color, it finds applications in medical devices and assemblies, as well as in housings and enclosures, including those for medical device housings, analyzers, and bioreactor equipment.

Sultron® Polysulfone PSU is a versatile and reliable thermoplastic material that offers a combination of excellent mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties. With its ability to withstand high temperatures and resist a wide range of chemicals, Sultron® PSU is the ideal solution for applications that demand the highest level of performance and durability. Features: Translucent material with excellent mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties Often replaces polycarbonate in applications requiring higher temperature resistance and improved chemical resistance Outstanding radiation stability and resistance to acidic and salt solutions, detergents, hot water, and steam Benefits: Broad temperature range capability makes Sultron® PSU suitable for a wide range of applications Good thermal and electrical insulation characteristics ensure consistent performance in demanding environments Hydrolysis resistant and radiation stable, making it a reliable choice for analytical instrumentation, medical devices, and semiconductor process equipment components Applications: Analytical instrumentation Medical devices Semiconductor process equipment components Any application that demands high temperature resistance and chemical resistance.

TIVAR® Sterra™ UHMW-PE shapes are produced from reprocessed industrial UHMW materials and repurposed for use in a variety of industries, such as construction and heavy equipment, agriculture and grain handling, bulk material and parcel handling, automotive, and transportation. As a premium grade that is both economical and eco-friendly, TIVAR® Sterra™ UHMW-PE components exhibit excellent abrasion and corrosion resistance, outstanding impact strength, minimal moisture absorption, and a low coefficient of friction. For these reasons, TIVAR® Sterra™ UHMW-PE is often a favored solution for wear and outrigger pads, strips, rails, and guides, rollers, conveyors, chutes, hoppers, impact plates, and asphalt equipment components. As part of the Sterra™ product portfolio, this material contains recycled content and exhibits a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to similar materials derived from non-recycled feedstocks.

TIVAR® Sterra™ ESD UHMW-PE are electrostatic dissipative shapes produced from reprocessed industrial UHMW materials and repurposed for use in a variety of industries, such as agriculture and grain handling, bulk material handling, and parcel handling. As a premium grade that is both economical and eco-friendly, TIVAR® Sterra™ ESD UHMW-PE components exhibit excellent abrasion and corrosion resistance, outstanding impact strength, minimal moisture absorption, and a low coefficient of friction. For these reasons, TIVAR® Sterra™ ESD UHMW-PE is often a favored solution for conveyor, chute, and hopper applications, where electrical charge build-ups are prevalent. As part of the Sterra™ product portfolio, this material contains recycled content and exhibits a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to similar materials derived from non-recycled feedstocks.

Altron™ 1000 PC machine grade polycarbonate is a transparent, amorphous thermoplastic that offers exceptional impact strength and elasticity, minimal moisture absorption, and outstanding resistance to acidic solutions. This grade is produced from select batches of non-UV stabilized polycarbonate resin that complies with EU and FDA regulations for plastics intended to come into contact with food products.Features:Transparent, amorphous thermoplasticSuperior impact strengthSuperior flexural modulus of elasticityMinimal moisture absorptionOutstanding resistance to acidsGreat electrical characteristicsBenefits:Durable and able to withstand high impactsResistant to deformation under loadLow moisture absorption means no swelling or warpingResistant to acidic solutions, making it suitable for a variety of applicationsExcellent electrical characteristics, making it suitable for semiconductor and electronics applicationsApplications:Semiconductor and electronics applicationsTransparent structural applicationsFood contact applications that comply with EU and FDA regulations

TIVAR® Sterra™ DrySlide UHMW-PE is an internally lubricated product. This lubricant is built into the PE-UHMW matrix with a higher molecular weight. It offers a lower coefficient of friction and enhanced wear and abrasion resistance than TIVAR® 1000 PE-UHMW. The additives used also make this material static dissipative and considerably improves UV-resistance. As part of the Sterra™ product portfolio, this material contains recycled content and exhibits a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to similar materials derived from non-recycled feedstocks.

Sultron® LSG PSU offers a variety of features that make it a suitable material for medical devices and assemblies. It exhibits excellent sterilization resistance, X-ray sterilizability, life science grade, excellent transparency properties, gamma sterilizability, good mechanical properties, steam sterilizability, heat sterilizability, plasma gas sterilizability, excellent thermal properties, good electrical properties, ethylene oxide sterilizability, biocompatibility, and hydrolysis resistance. It is a product available in yellow and translucent colors and can be found in the physical forms of plates and rods.

Acetron® C Sterra™ POM-C is a general-purpose copolymer acetal grade that is often favored for its porosity-free nature. Acetron® C Sterra™ POM-C shapes offer low moisture and excellent machinability capabilities, making it a very versatile material that can excel in a multitude of environments. As part of the Sterra™ product portfolio, this material contains recycled content and exhibits a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to similar materials derived from non-recycled feedstocks.

Ertacetal® C ELS Polyoxymethylene POM-C shapes exhibit excellent electrical conductivity qualities, low moisture absorption, high strength and stiffness, and great machinability capabilities. This grade in particular is recommended for use in electrical and explosion sensitive applications, and complies with REACH (EC) no 1907/2006 and UL 94 HB flame rating requirements.Features:Excellent electrical conductivityLow moisture absorptionHigh strength and stiffnessGreat machinabilityBenefits:Ertacetal® C ELS is the perfect solution for applications that require excellent electrical conductivity, low moisture absorption, and high strength and stiffness.Its great machinability makes it easy to work with, ensuring precise and accurate production.Applications:Ertacetal® C ELS is ideal for use in electrical and explosion sensitive applications and complies with REACH (EC) no 1907/2006 and UL 94 HB flame rating requirements.Its excellent electrical conductivity makes it perfect for use in electrical equipment, and its low moisture absorption ensures that it can be used in harsh environments without any issues.Its high strength and stiffness make it suitable for use in applications where precision and accuracy is required.

Ertalyte® is a high-performance polyethylene terephthalate polyester (PET) produced by Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials. With its exceptional wear resistance, low coefficient of friction, high strength, and resistance to moderately acidic solutions, Ertalyte® is the ideal material for applications that require sustained high loads and high-temperature performance.Features:Excellent wear resistanceLow coefficient of frictionHigh strength and toughnessResistant to moderately acidic solutionsRetains more of its original strength up to 180° F / 85° C than nylons or acetalsBenefits:Capable of sustaining high loadsIdeal for applications requiring high-temperature performanceExtends the service life of componentsLow maintenance and repair costsSuitable for use in harsh environmentsApplications:PharmaceuticalFood processing and packagingOil and gasBearings and structural applicationsAny application requiring high load and high-temperature performance.