5 Popular High Tensile Strength Plastics
Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK)
Tensile Strength: Up to 100 MPa
Features: Excellent thermal & chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, and exceptional fatigue resistance.
Applications: Aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial sectors.
Nylon
Tensile Strength: Up to 80 MPa
Features: High toughness, good abrasion resistance, low friction coefficient, and moderate chemical resistance.
Applications: Textiles, gears, bearings, automotive parts, and consumer goods.
Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
Tensile Strength: Up to 110 MPa
Features: Superior chemical resistance, dimensional stability, and flame-retardant properties
Applications: Pump parts, electrical connectors, and automotive components
Polyetherimide (PEI)
Tensile Strength: Around 90 MPa
Features: Outstanding mechanical properties, high heat resistance, and excellent electrical insulating characteristics
Applications: Electrical and electronic components, aerospace, and automotive parts
Polyamide-imide (PAI)
Tensile Strength: Approximately 115 MPa
Features: High mechanical strength at high temperatures, excellent wear resistance, and dimensional stability
Applications: High-temperature seals, bearings, electrical connectors, and aerospace components