PET · Arnite

PET is a partially crystalline thermoplastic polyester based on polyethylene terephthalate, with remarkable hardness. It offers excellent dimensional stability, even better than POM, because it is practically insensitive to moisture.

Its good sliding behaviour, low coefficient of friction and excellent wear resistance make it ideal for moving parts. It has little resistance to hot water, but resists acids better than nylon and POM.

Main characteristics

• Manufactured without porosity.
• Approved for food contact (FDA, BfR).
• High dimensional stability.
• Low coefficient of friction.
• Good sliding behaviour.
• Rigid.
• Excellent wear resistance.

Typical uses

Gear wheels, sliding parts, discs, bearings, valves, precision bearings, pharmaceutical testing equipment, food processing equipment, pump components and all kinds of parts subject to high pressure and speed.