Polymer Additive

PPSF/PPSU Polyphenylsulfone

Polyphenylsulfone (PPSF/PPSU) is a high-performance thermoplastic known for its exceptional strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. It is commonly used in demanding applications, such as in the aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics industries, where materials must withstand harsh conditions.

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PPSF/PPSU

PPSF/PPSU material offers the highest levels of heat and chemical resistance among all FDM materials. This makes it the ideal solution for applications that require durability in harsh conditions, such as automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors.

Features

High Heat Resistance: Capable of withstanding extreme temperatures, making it ideal for automotive and industrial applications.
Chemical Resistance: Provides superior resistance to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring longevity and reliability.
Sterilization Compatibility: Supports various sterilization methods including steam autoclave, EtO sterilization, plasma sterilization, chemical sterilization, and radiation, making it perfect for medical and laboratory environments.

Color Options

Natural: Available in its natural color, ensuring material purity and performance consistency.

Property	ASTM	Metric Units
Tensile Strength	D638M	55 MPa
Modulus of Elasticity, Youngs Modulus	D638M	2,100 MPa
Elongation at Break (%)	D638M	3%
Flexural Strength	D790M	110 MPa
Flexural Modulus	D790M	2,200 MPa
IZOD Impact (notched)	D256A	58.7 J/m
Heat Deflection Temperature at .45 MPa/66 psi (°C)	D648	189 °C

Technology:

FDM

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technology leverages the same robust thermoplastics commonly used in traditional manufacturing, ensuring reliability and performance. When it comes to producing parts with high heat and chemical resistance, Polyphenylsulfone (PPSF/PPSU) stands out as the top choice among FDM materials.

Applications:

Under-the-Hood Automotive Components

PPSF/PPSU resilience ensures these critical parts maintain their integrity, even in the most demanding environments.

Automotive: Utilized in under-the-hood components and other parts exposed to high temperatures and harsh chemicals.
Aerospace: Used for parts that require high strength and resistance to extreme temperatures, such as ducts, housings, and structural components.
Medical: Common in surgical instruments and sterilization trays due to its ability to withstand repeated autoclaving and chemical sterilization.
Electronics: Employed in connectors, insulators, and other parts with critical high-temperature and electrical insulation.

Advantages:

PPSF/PPSU offers a unique combination of high heat resistance, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength, making it superior to many other engineering plastics. Its ability to withstand repeated sterilization processes without degradation makes it a popular choice in the medical field.

Disadvantages:

The material can be more expensive than other engineering plastics, and its processing requires high temperatures and specialized equipment.

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