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EDGETEK™
POLYETHERETHERKETONE (PEEK)
HIGH PERFORMING MELT-PROCESSABLE POLYMER
PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE
Edgetek™ Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
HIGH PERFORMING MELT-PROCESSABLE POLYMER
PROPERTY CONDITIONS TEST METHOD UNITS EDGETEK™
ET9800-0001 EM
EDGETEK™
ET9800-0002 RS
EDGETEK™
ET9800-0003 RS
EDGETEK™
ET9800-0004 RS EC
LUBRIONE™
LB9800-0001 AR
PHYSICAL
Mold Shrinkage -
Transverse – ASTM D955 in/in 0.014 0.010 0.011 0.009 0.014
MECHANICAL
Tensile Strength -
Yield – ASTM D638 PSI 14425 15640 23680 36500 19700
Tensile Elongation -
Yield – ASTM D638 % 5.4 3.0 2.2 1.5 0.2
Tensile Elongation -
Break – ASTM D638 % 19.5 3.1 2.2 1.5 1.9
Tensile Modulus – ASTM D638 PSI 555150 827700 1591300 5301000 2285600
Flexural Modulus – ASTM D790 PSI 529300 690700 1418300 3084300 1443400
Flexural Strength – ASTM D790 PSI 23500 27300 36000 52100 30300
IMPACT
Izod, Notched – ASTM D256 ft-lbs/in 1.0 0.7 1.1 1.3 0.6
Izod, Unnotched – ASTM D256 ft-lbs/in N.B. 13.1 15.3 13.8 5.0
THERMAL
Melting Point – – °C 343 343 343 343 343
Glass Transition (DSC) – – °C 143 143 143 143 143
Heat Deflection Temp 264 psi, Unannealed ASTM D648 °C 151 178 320 325 > 300
CLTE, Flow Direction 23°C to 140°C ASTM E831 cm/cm/°C 4.0E-05 5.5E-05 2.2E-05 7.0E-06 1.9E-05
CLTE, Flow Direction 140°C to 250°C ASTM E831 cm/cm/°C 9.7E-05 7.8E-05 2.3E-05 6.5E-06 2.2E-05
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is widely considered to be one of the highest performing melt-processable
polymers in the industry.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/silicone-dispersion-technologies-brochure.pdf
Additive technologies include:
• Heat stabilizers
• Acid acceptors
• Mold release agents
• Phosphorescent
• Flame retardant
• Tensile modifiers
• Antioxidants
• Peroxides
• Viscosity modifiers
• Electrically conductive systems
• Thermally conductive systems
• Radio-opacity
• Self-bond
TYPICAL USES
Silicone dispersions are used in a wide range
of applications:
• Automotive – spark plug boots, ignition cables,
gaskets/seals, O-rings, overmolded parts
• Rollers – industrial, copiers
• Fabric Coating – welding curtains, air bags, belts
• Cookware – bakeware, spatulas, gloves
• Consumer Goods – goggles, glasses,
cell phone covers, grips
• Healthcare – sterilization pads, catheters, grips,
tubing, grommets, prosthesis
• Military and Aerospace – gas masks, clip straps,
jet starter hose
• Wire & Cable/Power Transmission – jackets,
sleeves, insulators
• Infant Care – nipples/pacifiers, toys
• Extrusion – architectural, O-ring cords, gaskets,
spacers, profiles
Manufacturing locations:
Massillon, OH, USA
LaPorte, IN, USA
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Learn more about our silicone dispersions
at 1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) or visit
www.avient.com.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/gls-indoor-grips-translation-application-bulletin.pdf
In addition to their use in standalone
applications, TPEs can be overmolded onto
a rigid plastic grip in an injection molding
process to create a distinctive, cushioned
feel without compromising the
stiffness and strength of the
underlying structure.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Automotive General Design Technology Guide.pdf
We have the ability to
deliver custom solutions supported by molded-in color plastics
testing procedures that can help you achieve your design and
engineering specifications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Dispersions Healthcare Leave-Behind.pdf
Solutions include
radiopacity, acid acceptors, viscosity modifiers, mold
releases, and more.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/certificate-of-change-of-name-avient-colorants-uk-ltd-may-14-2021.pdf
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/liquid-color-concentrates-and-dosing/liquid-metering-system-colormatrix-flexcart
Each ColorMatrix™ FlexCart™ model is highly flexible, and offers high-level dosing accuracy and controllability for all injection molding and extrusion applications.
https://www.avient.com/industries/energy/electronic-equipment
MCUs, CPUs, Embedded Systems, Sensors, Molded Interconnect Devices, Serial Ports, Converters
https://www.avient.com/industries/packaging/beverage-packaging/carbonateds
Soft touch TPEs for over molded caps to help your consumers open your products more easily
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/guidelines-coloring-dynaflex-and-kraton-tpes
The addition of polypropylene concentrates may make the TPE flow a bit easier in the mold.