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Polypropylene
Polypropylene (PP) is a rigid material that can be supplied as either a homopolymer (PP-H) or copolymer material (PP-C). With negligible moisture absorption, high corrosion resistance & reasonable temperature resistance, PP is a cost effective material suitable for a wide range of applications. Although poor with abrasion, PP is a hard, stiff material suitable for welding and fabricating. Available in rod, tube & sheet stock shapes.
Excellent chemical & corrosion properties at low cost
Stain, odour & moisture resistant
Tough, durable & lightweight
Availability
Rod
20mm to 400mm OD
Tube
15mm ID to 170mm OD
Sheet
1mm to 400mm Thick
Colours
Natural, Black, White, Beige
Modified Grades
Yes
Cut to size
Yes, however some grades have minimum order quantity
Features
Homopolymer
Polypropylene homopolymer (PP-H) is stiffer and has a higher operating temperature than PP-C. It has high corrosion resistance & good tensile strength. It can maintain its rigidity at high temperatures & has great resistance to moisture & chemicals. PP-H is resistant to most acids & bases even at higher temperatures & concentrations.
Copolymer
Polypropylene copolymer (PP-C) is softer & offers better impact & stress crack resistance than PP-H. It has a hard, smooth surface & paired with its great chemical resistance, makes it ideal for use in areas where hygiene is a concern. PP-C is a versatile material that can be fabricated and is suitable for a wide range of applications.
Applications
Polypropylene with its good balance of mechanical properties can be used in a variety of applications such as pipe flanges, gaskets, hygienic wall linings, laboratory applications, scrubbers, tanks & covers, packers, chemical pump parts, fume hoods & ducts, clicker plates, displays & machined parts.
Long Term Service Temp
'-5°C to +100°C
Moisture Absorption
UV Stable
Compressive Strength
Impact Strength
Tensile Strength
Coefficient of Friction
Abrasion Resistance
Cost
Polypropylene Applications
| Product Type | Industry Applications | Available Products & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Polypropylene PP-H & PPC | Tanks Tank Covers Tank Linings Scrub Stations Acid Waste Parts Fan Shrouds Scrubbers Fume Hoods Bottling Machines Clicker Plates Laboratory Equipment Exhaust Equipment Chemical Process Equipment Machine Cases & Parts Pipe Flanges Pump Components Pump Impellers and casings Filter Plate and Frames Plus many more. | Rod, Tube & Sheet |
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ColourNatural, Black & Colours
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Make downtime a thing of the past
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