AKROTEK® PEEK TM (5051)

AKROTEK® PEEK TM (5051) by Akro-Plastic is a semi-crystalline PEEK (polyetheretherketone) grade. Provides good impact strength and high continuous operating temperature (above 342 °C). Exhibits low outgassing rate, good radiation-, chemical-, creep- and hydrolysis-resistance and good barrier properties against liquids and gases. Shows high heat distortion temperature (above 300°C) and good resistance to aggressive substances such as acids, bases, glycol, solvents, ammonia, engine oil etc. Is processed by injection molding or extrusion and can be used in unfavorable wear and friction situations for applications requiring metal replacement and weight reduction. Used in aviation industry (interior trim, seat components, fasteners), in automotive industry (gearbox/clutch/chassis components), in renewable energy industry (heat pumps, pipe couplings, hose connectors). Also suitable for electric/electronic applications (cable coatings, contact strips, plug-in connectors), medical uses (orthopaedic accessories, laboratory equipment) and industrial components (pump/compressor components, sealing rings and transport systems).