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PI Polyimide
TECASINT PI polyimide plastic exhibit exceptional long-term thermal stability at temperatures between -270°C to 300°C. When heated to 350°C TECASINT PI polyimide does not soften or melt. Under extreme mechanical stress or high temperatures TECASINT PI polyimide retains strength, dimensional stability & creep resistance making it the perfect solution for extreme wear & friction applications.
Long term thermal stability & high strength over a wide temperature range
Excellent friction & wear resistance even when not lubricated
Flame resistant, chemical resistant, electrical insulation & cryogenic properties
Availability
Rod
6mm to 100mm OD
Tube
N/A
Sheet
5mm to 100mm Thick
Colours
Black, Yellow, Brown, Dark-Brown
Modified Grades
Yes
Cut To Size
No – minimum order quantities apply
Features
Exceptional Properties
TECASINT PI polyimide offers extreme performance unseen in standard or high-performance polymers, making TECASINT PI polyimide the choice of material for challenging applications requiring excellent mechanical, thermal, electrical, & chemical resistant properties. The material of choice for extreme temperature applications.
Additives & Modifiers
16 grades of TECASINT PI polyimide are available; each offering their own unique properties to suit a wide array of industry applications. Higher strength, self-lubrication, increased thermal aging, low out-gassing, lower friction, increased wear resistance, lower moisture absorption or higher chemical resistance, the range has it all.
Applications
High temperature electrical connections, high speed & high load bearings, engine vane bushings, gaskets, valve seals, distributor blocks, seal rings. Widely used for many industrial, electrical, semiconductor & aerospace applications, replacing glass or steel in many use cases.
Long Term Service Temp
'-270°C to +300°C
Moisture Absorption
UV Stable
Compressive Strength
Impact Strength
Tensile Strength
Coefficient of Friction
Abrasion Resistance
Cost
TECASINT PI Polyimide Range
| Product Type | Industry Usage | Available Products & Notes *Some items are manufactured & imported on request |
|---|---|---|
| TECASINT 1011 Natural | Aircraft & Aerospace, Vacuum, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Cryogenic, Semi-Conductor, Electrical, Food Technologies | Natural Rod & Sheet - Unfilled Grade Black *1000 Grades: highest modulus, highest rigidity & hardness |
| TECASINT 1021 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Cryogenic, Automotive, Conveyor, Hot Glass Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% Graphite filled Black |
| TECASINT 1031 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Cryogenic, Automotive, Conveyor, Hot Glass, Textile Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 40% Graphite filled Black |
| TECASINT 1061 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Automotive, Conveyor, Textile, Vacuum Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% Graphite & 10% PTFE filled Black |
| TECASINT 2011 Natural | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Automotive, Textile, Vacuum, Electrical, Cryogenic, Medical, Food, Semi-Conductor Technologies | Rod & Sheet - Unfilled Grade Brown *2000 Grades: Very high modulus, high rigidity & hardness, significantly reduced moisture absorption compared to 1000 series, lower friction, optimum chemical resistance |
| TECASINT 2021 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Automotive, Cryogenic, Hot Glass Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% Graphite filled Black |
| TECASINT 2031 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Automotive, Conveyor, Cryogenic, Hot Glass Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 40% Graphite filled Anthracite |
| TECASINT 2061 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Automotive, Conveyor, Textile, Vacuum Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% Graphite & 10% PTFE filled Anthracite |
| TECASINT 2391 Black | Aircraft & Aerospace, Precision Engineering, Cryogenic, Vacuum Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% MoS2 filled Black |
| TECASINT 4011 Natural | Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Electrical, Electronics, Semi-Conductor, Conveyor Technologies | Rod & Sheet - Unfilled Grade Yellow *4000 Grades: Minimal water absorption compared to all grades, highest stability, low friction, optimum chemical resistance |
| TECASINT 4021 Black | Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Conveyor, Hot Glass, Automotive Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% Graphite filled Anthracite |
| TECASINT 4111 Natural | Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Electrical,Electronics, Semi-Conductor, Conveyor Technologies | Rod & Sheet - Unfilled Grade Yellow |
| TECASINT 4121 Black | Mechanical, Precision Engineering, Automotive, Conveyor, Hot Glass Technologies | Rod & Sheet - 15% Graphite filled Anthracite |
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