PPE

PPE plastic (Polyphenylene Ether) is a material with fantastic dimensional stability, a low tendency to creep & high impact strength. TECANYL PPE plastic can be used in a wide range of applications & is available with additives for specialist industry applications such as aerospace.

Outstanding electrical properties
Long term dimensional stability
Unusually low moisture absorption

Download Specs

Availability

Rod

10mm to 200mm OD

Tube

N/A

Sheet

5mm to 60mm Thick

COLOURS

Beige, Black & Grey

MODIFIED GRADES

Yes

CUT TO SIZE

No - minimum order quantities apply

Features

PPE Properties

PPE plastic is material commonly known for its very high dimensional stability. In addition, it also offers high impact strength, a very low creep tendency & low moisture absorption. This lightweight material has great electrical insulating properties, excellent hydrolysis resistance & maintains its electrical characteristics over a wide frequency range.

Available Modifications

PPE is available with a variety of modifications making it more suitable for specific applications. A glass fibre reinforced product provides increased dimensional stability & lower thermal expansion. PPE plastic is also available with additives that make it flame resistant & is even available with aerospace certification.

Applications

PPE is versatile for use across electrical & mechanical engineering & in wide range of humidity & temperature conditions. PPE plastic can be used in applications such as machined parts, conveyor parts, automotive parts, structural parts, electronic displays & appliances.

PPE Plastic Properties

Long Term Service Temp

-40°C to +85°C

Moisture Absorption

UV Stable

Compressive Strength

Impact Strength

Tensile Strength

Coefficient of Friction

Abrasion Resistance

Cost

PPE Plastic Range

Product Type	Industry Usage	Available Products & Notes Items are manufactured and/or imported on request
TECANYL PPE 731 Grey	Mechanical, Energy, Electronics, Food, Automotive industries	Rod & Sheet Grey
TECANYL PPE GF30 natural	Mechanical, Energy, Electronics, Automotive industries	Rod & Sheet, Glass filled 30% Beige
TECANYL PPE VH2 Grey	Aircraft, Aerospace, Railway, Transportation industries *Commonly used for aircraft, aerospace & railway interiors	Rod & Sheet Grey Aerospace FAR 25.853 approval
TECANYL PPE VH2 Black	Aircraft, Aerospace, Railway, Transportation industries *Commonly used for aircraft, aerospace & railway interiors	Rod & Sheet Black Aerospace FAR 25.853 approval