PET

PET - polyethylene terephthalate

PET is an unreinforced, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester based on polyethylene terephthalate. It is characterized as having the best dimensional stability coupled with excellent wear resistance, a low coefficient of friction, high strength, and resistance to moderately acidic solutions. PET's properties make it especially suitable for the manufacture of precision mechanical parts which are capable of sustaining high loads and enduring wear conditions. PET's continuous service temperature is 100°C and its melting point is almost higher than acetals.

PET-GL - polyethylene terephthalate internally lubricated

PET-GL is an internally lubricated thermoplastic polyester providing enhanced wear and inertness over general purpose nylon (PA) and acetal (POM) products. Containing uniformly dispersed solid lubricant, PET-GL provides a lower wear rate and coefficient of friction than unmodified polyesters like PET or PBT and even internally lubricated materials like Delrin® AF blend.

PET-GL excels under both high pressure and velocity conditions. It is also ideally suited for applications involving soft metal and plastic mating surfaces.