PEEK Rods and Sheets

Description

PEEK, or Polyetheretherketone, is a high-performance polymer that’s used in a variety of applications:

• Properties: PEEK is known for its high flexural strength and modulus, and its ability to withstand extreme environments. It’s also resistant to moisture and has a wide range of chemical compatibility.

• Uses: PEEK is used in structural applications, chemical processing, battery components, water treatment, chromatography, chemical storage, and more.
• Manufacturing: PEEK is made by synthesizing monomers, polymerizing the monomers, and then post-processing the resin 

Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a thermoplastic material with many properties, including:

• Mechanical strength: PEEK is strong and rigid, with a Young’s modulus of 3.6 GPa and tensile strength of 90–100 MPa.  
• Dimensional stability: PEEK has good dimensional stability and retains its properties in high-temperature and high-pressure environments.
• Chemical resistance: PEEK is resistant to harsh chemicals and hydrolysis from steam, water, and seawater.  

• Thermal stability: PEEK has a sharp melting point and is resistant to thermal degradation. It can maintain its properties at temperatures up to 338°F (170°C).
• Low moisture absorption: PEEK has low moisture absorption and permeability.
• Low outgassing: PEEK has low outgassing and extractables.
• Solid fire performance: PEEK has solid fire performance.
• Lower thermal conductivity: PEEK has lower thermal conductivity than most engineering plastics.

PEEK is used in many applications, including: 

• Aerospace
• Oil and gas
• Food and beverage processing
• Semiconductor
• Electrical connectors
• Sealing system components
• Sensor housings
• Aircraft engines