Compression-molded Duratron™ T4503 PAI shapes possess good electrical insulation properties and excellent dimensional stability qualities. This grade is commonly used for dies and patterns of formed metal parts or as thermal insulators. Similar in composition to Duratron™ T4203 PAI, it offers high toughness and impact strength for extreme applications where large dimensions are required such as dies, or as thermal insulators.
PROPERTIES
Available in larger dimensions
Excellent toughness and impact strength
Good electrical insulation
Excellent dimensional stability
Thermal Properties
Property
Value
Heat Deflection Temperature at 1.8MPa (264 psi) (ºC)
280
Continuous allowable service temperature in air
260
Mechanical Properties
Property
Value
Tensile Strength (MPa)
150
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity (MPa)
4,200
Compressive stress at 1% nominal strain (MPa)
34
Compressive stress at 2% nominal strain (MPa)
67
Compressive stress at 5% nominal strain (MPa)
135
Flexural Strength (MPa)
178
Charpy Impact Notched (kJ/m²)
15.0
Chemical Properties
Property
Value
Hot Water / Steam
Limited
Acids, Weak
Acceptable
Acids, Strong (pH 1-3)
Limited
Alkalies, Weak
Limited
Alkalies, Strong (pH 11-14)
Not acceptable
Hydrocarbons - Aromatic
Acceptable
Hydrocarbons - Aliphatic
Acceptable
Ketones, Esters
Acceptable
Chlorinated Solvents
Acceptable
Alcohols
Acceptable
Inorganic Salt Solutions
Acceptable
Electrical Properties
Property
Value
Dielectric Strength (kV/mm)
24
Certification Properties
Property
Value
FDA
Not compliant
European Food Approval
Not compliant
NSF
Not compliant
3A-SSI
Not compliant
Canada AG
USDA
Not compliant
Flammability (UL Rating)
V-0
Medical use
Miscellaneous Properties
Property
Value
Base Material
PAI
Brand Family
Colors
Black
Density (g/cm3)
1.41
Water Absorption after 24 hrs immersion in water (%)
