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High heat and chemical resistance; flame-retardant polymer used in automotive and electronics.
PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) is a high-performance thermoplastic known for its exceptional chemical resistance, thermal stability, and dimensional accuracy. It withstands continuous use at elevated temperatures and resists solvents, acids, and bases. Commonly used in automotive, electronics, and aerospace, PPS delivers reliable performance in demanding, high-stress, and chemically aggressive environments.
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Capabilities
- Source and/or compound a variety of grades and formulations.
- Ability to compression mould and injection mould PPS in a variety of shapes.
- Fully equipped machine shop with 3,4, and 5-axis capabilities to create complex machined components.
- Dedicated lab to test key properties and dimensions.
Key Properties
- Thermal Properties
- Good Dimensional Stability
- High Mechanical Strength
- Excellent Electrical Insulation Properties
- Good Chemical Resistance
- Fire Resistance
Limitations
- Brittle in unfilled form
- poor resistance to UV
- limited elongation
- high processing temperature
Applications
- Fuel Injection Systems
- Water Pump Impellers and Housing
- Surgical instruments
- Hard disk drives
- Connectors and sockets
- Electrical insulation and cable wrapping
- Electronic housings
