ULTEM™ Resin 1010

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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.

Polymer Name: Polyether Imide (PEI)

Processing Methods: 3D Printing, Compounding, Compression Molding, Extrusion, Extrusion Blow Molding (EBM), Film Extrusion, Foam Extrusion, Injection Compression Molding, Injection Molding, Profile Extrusion

Additives Included: Flame Retardant

Flexural Modulus: 3300.0 - 3300.0 MPa

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Additives Included
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Features & Benefits

ULTEM™ Resin For Battery Operated AR/VR Glasses
  • High strength to weight ratio enables a thin wall, light weight design.
  • Excellent balance of strength and resilience, in addition to light weight, offers flexibility for designers to deliver both comfort and functionality.
  • High dimensional stability supports efficient assembly of electronic components.
  • ULTEM™ resin’s inherent FR eliminates the need for an additional FR agent, which can cause materials, such as amorphous nylon, to be more brittle and less resilient.
  • Adheres to IEC62368-1 electronic safety standards.
ULTEM™ Photonics Applicational Benefits
  • Design Freedom & Miniaturization : Thermoplastics can help enable complex part designs for pluggable and co-packaged optics to replace solutions like glass or thermoset resins. Potential applications include aspherical lenses or lens arrays.
  • Integration and Simplification : Thermoplastics are well-suited for the integration of mechanical and optical features to simplify design and assembly for potential cost improvement. Examples include alignment fixtures and overmolding of other thermoplastic materials.
  • Mass Production with High Precision : Injection molding of thermoplastics can help enable high precision manufacturing of complex parts at large build numbers.
  • Assembly of Mixed Materials : Integration of multiple components can be accomplished with two-shot injection molding:
    • Optical and light blocking
    • Optical and rigid alignment/mounting
Ultem Resin Attributes for Eyewear Frames
  • Super tough
  • Meets JIS B7285, includes 20,000 cycles blending repetitions
  • Long life cycle
  • UV stabilized
  • Light weight
  • Excellent in chemical and hydrolytic resistance
  • Excellent dimensional stability
  • Thin wall molding down to 1.2 mm
  • Long term heat resistance (RTI > 170°C)
  • Available in custom colors

ULTEM resin delivers a broad range of desirable performance properties for eyeglass frames and is also potentially usable in safety and 3D eyewear frames.

 

Dimensional and Hydrolytic Stability

  • Ensures the lenses are retained in the frame
  • Extends the product life cycle

 

Temperature and Chemical Resistance

  • Excellent stain and chemical resistance
  • High heat deflection temperature protects the frames even when left on the car dashboard in direct sunlight

 

Design Freedom & Ease of Production

  • Precision thin wall molding at 1.2 mm
  • Capability for custom colors providing a wide range of esthetic effects
  • Enhanced processing window vs. nylons

 

Density

  • Intrinsically lightweight (up to 50% vs. metal)

 

Mechanical Properties

  • Higher flexural modulus at 3510MPa
  • Offers elasticity coupled with resistance to deformation, allowing the frame to bend easily yet return to its original shape
ULTEM™ Resin Offers
  • Lead times of approximately 4 weeks*
  • Up to 55% higher stiffness
  • Better dimensional stability vs. PSU
  • Excellent property retention at elevated temps:

Tg - 217°C, HDT @ 1.80 MPa: 190°C

  • Up to 17% lower CTE than PES/PPSU 
  • Chemical resistance
  • Metal plating compatibility
  • Compatibility with multiple sterilization methods
  • Availability for stock shapes & films
Product Highlight

The ULTEM™ family of amorphous thermoplastic polyetherimide (PEI) resins offer outstanding elevated thermal resistance, high strength and stiffness, and broad chemical resistance. ULTEM™ copolymers are also available for even higher heat, chemical and elasticity needs.

ULTEM™ resins uniquely balance both mechanical properties and processability, offering design engineers exceptional flexibility and freedom. ULTEM™ resins are also inherently flame retardant and possess excellent dielectric character. ULTEM™ resins are therefore an excellent candidate for your electric vehicle battery needs where high heat resistance is required.

With its appreciable flow and dimensional stability, coupled with excellent resistance to Li-ion electrolyte, ULTEM™ resins such as ULTEM™ CRS5011 resin are today being used for insulation of Li-ion cell terminals. Given its excellent dielectric character, ULTEM™ resin is also an ideal candidate for bus bar insulation. For other powertrain elements, such as DC power converters. ULTEM™ UTF120 dielectric film is already enabling high temperature film capacitors. 

 

Product Highlights
  • Long lasting reliability : Modulus & strength retention after 80°C/85H at1000hrs
  • Stable optic signals with temperature : Dimensional stability over thermal range of -20°C to ~150°C
  • Stable optic signals with humidity : Dimensional robustness over broad environmental humidity
  • Passing 200 insertion tests : Balanced ductility and stiffness performance
  • Thin-wall flame resistance : Inherent FR characteristics, halogen and PFAS-free
  • Proven economical mass production : Easy processing with tight tolerance through molding
  • Colored solutions : Compliance to IEC 61249-2-21 , IPC 4101E and JEDEC JS709B
Key Benefits
  • Heat Resistance
  • Dimensional Stability
  • Dielectric Performance
  • Miniaturization and Thin Wall
  • Resilience
Product Benefits
  • High temperature resistance, haze onset temperature up to 230°C, near-IR transparency for better heat dissipation
  • Excellent dimensional stability, low CTE, good creep resistance
  • Lightweight solution compared to metal & glass
  • Low outgassing to help limit potential risk of headlight contamination
  • Direct metallization, primer-free, more environmentally cautious
  • Design freedom, high productivity, system cost saving
  • Availability of ISCC+ certified bio-based solutions

Applications & Uses

Applications
Potential Applicational Features
  • Fiber Optical Connector
    • High IR transmission
    • High refractive index
    • Low CTE 25 - 200°C
    • Design for easy assembly
  • On Board Lens Array
    • Can withstand reflow soldering peak temperature up to 260°C
    • Complex interconnect designs for co-packaged optics
  • Sensor Lens
    • Option for partial overmolding to reduce light scattering
    • High IR transmission
    • High flow for complex tooling
Applications in Various Industries
  • Mobilty
  • Connectors
  • Water
  • Food Service
  • Healthcare
  • Aerospace
  • 5G Antennas / Radomes
  • Semiconductors

Properties

Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ball Indentation Hardness (H358/30) ¹¹140MPaISO 2039-1
Flexural Modulus (at 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span) ¹¹3200MPaASTM D790
Flexural Modulus (at 2 mm/min) ¹¹3300MPaISO 178
Flexural Modulus (at 2.6 mm/min, 100 mm span) ¹¹3400MPaASTM D790
Flexural Stress (Yield, 1.3 mm/min, 50 mm span) ¹¹165MPaASTM D790
Flexural Stress (Yield, 2.6 mm/min, 100 mm span) ¹¹160MPaASTM D790
Flexural Stress (Yield, at 2 mm/min) ¹¹160MPaISO 178
Hardness (Rockwell M) ¹¹109ASTM D785
Hardness (Rockwell M) ¹¹106ISO 2039-2
Taber Abrasion (CS-17, 1 kg) ¹¹10mg/1000cyASTM D1044
Tensile Modulus (at 1 mm/min) ¹¹3200MPaISO 527
Tensile Modulus (at 5 mm/min) ¹¹3350MPaASTM D638
Tensile Strain (Break, 50 mm/min) ¹¹50%ISO 527
Tensile Strain (Break, Type I, 5 mm/min) ¹¹60%ASTM D638
Tensile Strain (Break, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹60%ASTM D638
Tensile Strain (Yield, 50 mm/min) ¹¹6%ISO 527
Tensile Strain (Yield, Type I, 5 mm/min) ¹¹7%ASTM D638
Tensile Strain (Yield, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹7%ASTM D638
Tensile Stress (Yield, 50 mm/min) ¹¹110MPaISO 527
Tensile Stress (Yield, Type I, 5 mm/min) ¹¹110MPaASTM D638
Tensile Stress (Yield, Type I, 50 mm/min) ¹¹115MPaASTM D638
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density ¹¹1.27g/cm³ISO 1183
Moisture Absorption (at 23°C, 50% RH, 24hrs) ¹¹0.2%ISO 62-4
Moisture Absorption (at 23°C, 50% RH, Equilibrium) ¹¹0.7%ISO 62-4
Water Absorption (at 23°C, 24hrs) ¹¹0.25%ASTM D570
Water Absorption (at 23°C, 24hrs) ¹¹0.25%ISO 62-1
Water Absorption (at 23°C, saturated) ¹¹1.25%ASTM D570
Water Absorption (at 23°C, saturated) ¹¹1.25%ISO 62-1
Melt Volume Rate (at 360°C, 5.0 kg) ¹¹25cm³/10 minISO 1133
Melt Volume Rate (at 340°C, 5.0 kg) ¹¹13cm³/10 minISO 1133
Specific Gravity ¹¹1.27ASTM D792
Melt Flow Rate (at 337°C, 6.6 kgf) ¹¹17.8g/10 minASTM D1238
Poisson's Ratio ¹¹0.36ASTM E132
Mold Shrinkage (flow, 3.2 mm) ᵍ ¹¹0.5 - 0.7%SABIC method
Mold Shrinkage (xflow, 3.2 mm) ᵍ ¹¹0.5 - 0.7%SABIC method
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ball Pressure Test (at 123°C to 127°C) ¹¹PassIEC 60695-10-2
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (at -20°C to 150°C, flow) ¹¹0.0000521/°CASTM E831
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (at -20°C to 150°C, xflow) ¹¹0.0000521/°CASTM E831
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (at -40°C to 150°C, flow) ¹¹0.0000521/°CISO 11359-2
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (at -40°C to 150°C, xflow) ¹¹0.0000521/°CISO 11359-2
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 0.45 MPa, 3.2 mm, Unannealed) ¹¹207°CASTM D648
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 0.45 MPa, 6.4 mm, Unannealed) ¹¹210°CASTM D648
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 1.82 MPa, 3.2mm, Unannealed) ¹¹190°CASTM D648
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 1.82 MPa, 6.4 mm, Unannealed) ¹¹201°CASTM D648
Heat Deflection Temperature/Af (at 1.8 Mpa, Flatw 80*10*4, sp=64mm) ¹¹192°CISO 75/Af
Heat Deflection Temperature/Bf (at 0.45 Mpa, Flatw 80*10*4, sp=64mm) ¹¹209°CISO 75/Bf
Relative Temperature Index (Electrical) ¹¹170°CUL 746B
Relative Temperature Index (Mechanical with impact) ¹¹170°CUL 746B
Relative Temperature Index (Mechanical without impact) ¹¹170°CUL 746B
Thermal Conductivity ¹¹0.22W/m-°CASTM C177
Thermal Conductivity ¹¹0.22W/m-°CISO 8302
Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate A/50) ¹¹215°CISO 306
Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/120) ¹¹212°CISO 306
Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50) ¹¹211°CISO 306
Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50) ¹¹211°CASTM D1525
Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volume Resistivity ¹¹1.00E+15Ω.cmIEC 60093
Volume Resistivity ¹¹1.00E+17Ω.cmASTM D257
Surface Resistivity (ROA) ¹¹min. 1.E+15ΩIEC 60093
Dielectric Strength (in oil, at 0.8mm) ¹¹33kV/mmIEC 60243-1
Dielectric Strength (in oil, at 1.6mm) ¹¹25kV/mmIEC 60243-1
Dielectric Strength (in oil, at 1.6mm) ¹¹28kV/mmASTM D149
Dielectric Strength (in oil, at 3.2mm) ¹¹16kV/mmIEC 60243-1
Dielectric Strength (in oil, at 3.2mm) ¹¹19.7kV/mmASTM D149
Relative Permittivity (1 MHz) ¹¹2.9IEC 60250
Dissipation Factor (at at 1 MHz) ¹¹0.006IEC 60250
Relative Permittivity (50/60 Hz) ¹¹2.9IEC 60250
Dissipation Factor (at 50/60 Hz) ¹¹0.0005IEC 60250
Dielectric Constant (at at 1.1 GHz) ᵃ ¹¹3.01
Dielectric Constant (at at 10 GHz) ᵃ ¹¹3.02
Dielectric Constant (at at 5 GHz) ᵃ ¹¹3.02
Dissipation Factor (at at 1.1 GHz) ᵃ ¹¹0.0012
Dissipation Factor (at at 10 GHz) ᵃ ¹¹0.0027
Dissipation Factor (at at 5 GHz) ᵃ ¹¹0.0024
Comparative Tracking Index ¹¹150VIEC 60112
Comparative Tracking Index (M) ¹¹100VIEC 60112
Dielectric Strength (in air, at 1.6mm) ¹¹32.7kV/mmASTM D149
Relative Permittivity (100 Hz) ¹¹3.15ASTM D150
Dissipation Factor (at 100 Hz) ¹¹0.0015ASTM D150
Relative Permittivity (1 kHz) ¹¹3.15ASTM D150
Dissipation Factor (at at 1 kHz) ¹¹0.0012ASTM D150
Comparative Tracking Index (UL, PLC) ¹¹4PLC CodeUL 746A
Hot Wire Ignition (PLC 1) ¹¹min. 3mmUL 746A
Hot Wire Ignition (PLC 2) ¹¹min. 0.75mmUL 746A
High Ampere Arc Ignition (PLC 3) ¹¹min. 3mmUL 746A
High Ampere Arc Ignition (PLC 4) ¹¹min. 0.75mmUL 746A
High Voltage Arc Track Rate (PLC) ¹¹2PLC CodeUL 746A
Arc Resistance (Tungsten, PLC) ¹¹5PLC CodeASTM D495
Processing Information (Extrusion Blow Molding)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Adapter - Zone 5 Temperature330 - 355°C
Barrel - Zone 1 Temperature325 - 350°C
Barrel - Zone 2 Temperature330 - 355°C
Barrel - Zone 3 Temperature330 - 355°C
Barrel - Zone 4 Temperature330 - 355°C
Die Temperature325 - 355°C
Drying Temperature140 - 150°C
Drying Time4 - 6Hrs
Drying Time (Cumulative)24Hrs
Head - Zone 6 - Top Temperature330 - 355°C
Head - Zone 7 - Bottom Temperature330 - 355°C
Maximum Moisture Content0.01 - 0.02%
Melt Temperature (Parison)320 - 355°C
Mold Temperature65 - 175°C
Screw Speed10 - 70rpm
Impact Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Charpy Impact (at -30°C, V-notch Edgew 80*10*4 sp=62mm) ¹¹4kJ/m²ISO 179/1eA
Charpy Impact (at 23°C, V-notch Edgew 80*10*4 sp=62mm) ¹¹4kJ/m²ISO 179/1eA
Color (at 23°C) ¹¹33JSABIC method
Izod Impact (Notched, 80*10*4, at -30°C) ¹¹5kJ/m²ISO 180/1A
Izod Impact (Notched, 80*10*4, at 23°C) ¹¹5kJ/m²ISO 180/1A
Izod Impact (Notched, at -30°C) ¹¹41J/mASTM D256
Izod Impact (Notched, at 23°C) ¹¹32J/mASTM D256
Izod Impact (Reverse Notched, 3.2 mm) ¹¹1174J/mASTM D256
Izod Impact (Unnotched, 80*10*4, at -30°C) ¹¹No breakkJ/m²ISO 180/1U
Izod Impact (Unnotched, 80*10*4, at 23°C) ¹¹No breakkJ/m²ISO 180/1U
Izod Impact (Unnotched, at -30°C) ¹¹1500J/mASTM D4812
Izod Impact (Unnotched, at 23°C) ¹¹1600J/mASTM D4812
Injection Molding
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Back Pressure ⁷0.3 - 0.7MPa
Drying Temperature ⁷150°C
Drying Time (Cumulative) ⁷24Hrs
Drying Time ⁷4 - 6Hrs
Front - Zone 3 Temperature ⁷345 - 415°C
Maximum Moisture Content ⁷0.02%
Melt Temperature ⁷350 - 410°C
Middle - Zone 2 Temperature ⁷340 - 405°C
Mold Temperature ⁷135 - 180°C
Nozzle Temperature ⁷345 - 405°C
Rear - Zone 1 Temperature ⁷330 - 400°C
Screw Speed (Circumferential speed) ⁷0.2 - 0.3m/s
Shot to Cylinder Size ⁷40 - 60%
Vent Depth ⁷0.025 - 0.076mm
Flame Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Glow Wire Flammability Index (passes at 960°C) ʳ ᵖ3.2mmIEC 60695-2-12
NBS Smoke Density (Flaming, Ds 4 min) ᵖ2ASTM E662
Oxygen Index (LOI) ᵖ47%ISO 4589
Oxygen Index (LOI) ᵖ44%ASTM D2863
UL Recognized (94-5VA Flame Class Rating) ᵖmin. 3mmUL 94
UL Recognized (94V-0 Flame Class Rating) ᵖmin. 0.75mmUL 94
UL Recognized (94V-2 Flame Class Rating) ᵖmin. 0.4mmUL 94
Note
  • ᵃ Back Pressure, Screw Speed, Shot to Cylinder Size and Vent Depth are only mentioned as general guidelines. These may not apply or need adjustment in specific situations such as low shot sizes, thin wall molding and gas-assist molding. Injection Molding parameters are only mentioned as general guidelines. These may not apply or may need adjustment in specific situations such as low shot sizes, large part molding, thin wall molding and gas-assist molding.
  • ᵍ Measurements made from Laboratory test Coupon. Actual shrinkage may vary outside of range due to differences in processing conditions, equipment, part geometry and tool design. It is recommended that mold shrinkage studies be performed with surrogate or legacy tooling prior to cutting tools for new molded article.
  • ʳ UL Ratings shown on the technical datasheet might not cover the full range of thicknesses, colors and regions. For details, please see the UL Yellow Card.
  • ⁷ Injection Molding parameters are only mentioned as general guidelines. These may not apply or may need adjustment in specific situations such as low shot sizes, large part molding, thin wall molding and gas-assist molding.
  • ¹¹ The information stated on Technical Datasheets should be used as indicative only for material selection purposes and not be utilized as specification or used for part or tool design.
  • ᵖ UL ratings shown on the technical datasheet might not cover the full range of thicknesses and colors. For details, please see the UL Yellow Card.
 

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
OEM Specifications
Quality Standards
ULTEM™ Resin May Support
  • Electrical: UL94 V0 & 5VA, UL94 F1, UL746B
  • Telecom: Telcordia GR-326, TIA/EIA-604-10A
  • Mobility: FMVSS, IATF 16949, ISO 14001
  • Food Service: FDA, NSF, EFSA, JHOSPA
  • Water: NSF, WRAS, KTW
  • Semiconductors: FM
  • Healthcare: ISO 10993, FDA, USP Class VI, compatible with multiple sterilization methods
  • Aerospace: ABD 0031, BMS, FAR25.853, OSU 55/55 & NBS smoke density tests

Technical Details & Test Data

Lightweight Solution In AR Glasses With ULTEM™ Resin

Balance of Comfort & Performance

LLVISION wanted to develop a new generation of AR glasses that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help individuals with hearing-loss to “see the voice” during conversation. The new product, named “LEION Hey”, was the first to be designed for consumer usage, offering an embedded 400mAh battery and eliminating the need for cables. However, the additional functionality added to the total weight of the glasses, making them potentially uncomfortable to wear on daily basis. The challenge arose to find a lightweight, flame retardant (FR), and high-performance material to reduce the total weight to less than 80 grams. The material also needed to be compliant with IEC 62368-1 electronic safety standards since the onboard computer and battery are integrated into the legs.

The Solution : High Strength ULTEM™ 1000 Resin

SABIC proposed ULTEM™ 1000 resin, a high performance, inherent FR polyetherimide (PEI) material, for consideration in the legs of LLVISION “LEION Hey” AR glasses. The high strength-toweight ratio of ULTEM™ resin helped LLVISION to address their key challenges. In addition, the excellent balance of stiffness and resilience of ULTEM™ resin provided the right clamping force, giving the end-user an overall more comfortable wearing experience. Compared to incumbent amorphous nylon solutions, the excellent dimensional stability of the ULTEM™ material supported LLVISION to create a more efficient assembly of the electronic components within the legs.

High Heat Withstanding Property of ULTEM Resin for Opto-electronic Solder Process

ULTEM Polyetherimide Resin

  • ULTEM resins are near infrared transparent, amorphous thermoplastic resins with a low thermal expansion coefficient (CTE). They have been used for (multi mode) optical lens assemblies in photonics for decades based on a perfect properties fit for this application area.
  • The new ULTEM 3310TD resin offers ~ 30% reduction in CTE while retaining optical transmission and is well-suited where extra tight alignment tolerances are required, like lenses for single mode optics in data centers.



 ULTEM™ Resin 1010 - High Heat Withstanding Property of Ultem Resin For Opto-Electronic Solder Process

Test Data

Modulus VS. Temperature
ULTEM™ Resin 1010 - Test Data
ULTEM resin maintains high modulus up to 217 °C.


Weight loss in TGA at 225°C/437°F. Samples conditioned 24hrs at 120°C
ULTEM™ Resin 1010 - Test Data - 1

ULTEM resin outperforms glass-filled PPA and glass-filled PPS with lower outgassing performance.

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
ULTEM™ Resin 1010 - Test Data - 2

Compared with glass-filled PPA and glass-filled PPS, ULTEM resin keeps a low and stable CTE between -40°C to 200°C and maintains better dimensional stability over a wide temperature range.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Americas
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • North America
Availability

ULTEM™ resin is available in transparent and opaque custom colors, and can be glass filled for added stiffness.