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PEI

Polyetherimide

PEI

Polyetherimide

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Physical Properties

  • PEI is a rigid and amorphous material.
  • It exhibits high strength and stiffness.
  • PEI has excellent dimensional stability, maintaining its shape and size under various conditions.
  • The material has good resistance to creep, allowing it to withstand prolonged stress.
  • PEI offers high heat resistance and can withstand elevated temperatures.
  • It has low moisture absorption.

Typical Applications

  • PEI is commonly used in applications that require high-temperature resistance, mechanical strength, and electrical properties.
  • It finds applications in the production of automotive components, electrical connectors, aerospace parts, medical devices, electronic components, and more.

Structure

  • PEI has a linear polymer structure with repeating imide groups in its backbone.
  • The presence of imide linkages contributes to its high-temperature stability and mechanical strength.

Identification

  • PEI is combustible and can burn with a yellow flame.
  • When extinguished, it may emit a characteristic odor.

Useful data

  • Density: The density of PEI is approximately 1.27-1.28 g/cm³.
  • Pre-Drying: Pre-drying is generally recommended for PEI to remove any moisture. Drying can be done at temperatures around 150-160 °C for several hours.
  • Melt Temperature: The recommended melt temperature for PEI is typically in the range of 360-400 °C.
  • Mold Temperature: The mold temperature for PEI is usually set between 170-210 °C, depending on the specific requirements and part geometry.
  • Shrinkage: PEI exhibits low shrinkage, typically less than 1%.

History

PEI was first introduced by General Electric Plastics in the 1980s. Since then, it has gained popularity as a high-performance engineering thermoplastic due to its exceptional properties and versatility. PEI has become an important material in various industries where its combination of properties is highly valued.

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