The “New Meldin®” Opens Up New Possibilities for High-Temperature Polyimides
Applications for high-performance polyimides have always been limited by one concern above all...
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Components made with Meldin® 5000 series (PAEK and PEEK-based compounds) have several advantages over metals, machined ceramics and other costly machined materials, with the ease and convenience of thermoplastics.
Having a high tensile, compressive and flexural strength, Meldin® 5000 materials are injection molded into tight-tolerance finished components in simple or complex designs that can exhibit metal-like finishes without expensive machining or secondary operations, and with the advantages of being lighter and corrosion resistant.
Grade | Description |
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Meldin® 5001 |
Offers superior strength in structural applications when electrical insulation combined with intricate part design is required. The melt characteristics of MELDIN® 5001 material allow for fine detail, regardless of part complexity. |
Meldin® 5055 |
Low-friction, wear-resistant bearings custom molded from MELDIN® 5055 compound perform at high loads and high temperatures with minimal deformation. MELDIN® 5055 is self-lubricating operates quietly, and is resistant to most chemicals and fluids. |
Meldin® 5330 |
Specify MELDIN® 5330 when part requirements include structural integrity and high resistance to thermal expansion. This material exhibits good wear properties and dimensional stability, making it an excellent candidate for bearing applications. |
Meldin® 5320 |
Meldin® 5320 components supply substantial strength and rigidity. They maintain high tensile, flexural, and compressive properties, even at elevated temperatures. |
Applications for high-performance polyimides have always been limited by one concern above all...