Materials

PSU (Polysulfone)

Polysulfone is a high temperature amorphous material with relatively low cost. It is transparent and can be used at temperatures of up to 300° F. Polysulfone has been compounded, with glass and mineral filled grades available.

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Typical Properties

Tensile Strength9,500-18,000 psi
Flexural Modulus390,000-1,500,000 psi
Impact Strength0.65-7 ft-lb/in notched izod
Max Temperature300°-350° F
Chemical ResistanceFair to Good

Applications

  • Appliance parts
  • Electronic parts
  • Automotive parts
  • Medical components
  • Business equipment
  • Aerospace components
  • Insulators

Advantages

  • + Good thermal stability
  • + Transparent
  • + Tough and rigid
  • + Chemical resistance

Disadvantages

  • − Attacked by many solvents
  • − Poor weatherability
  • − Subject to stress cracks
  • − High processing temperature
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