Asahi Kasei TENAC™-C 4590 Hot Sale POM Resin

Physical Properties

• Density: As per ISO 1183, the material’s density is 1.41 g/cm³, specifying its mass per unit volume for engineering applications.
• Shrinkage (Flow): Using an internal method, flow-direction shrinkage ranges from 1.6–2.0%, indicating variability in dimensional change during molding.
• Water Absorption : Following ASTM D570, water absorption after 24 hours at 23°C/50% RH is 0.2%, reflecting low moisture uptake in ambient conditions.
• Melt Index : According to ISO 1133, the melt index at 190°C with a 2.16 kg load is 9 g/10min, characterizing the material’s flowability during processing.

Polymer Properties:

• Base Material: Polyoxymethylene (POM) Copolymer
• Modification Features:
  
  • Achieves an HB flame retardancy rating, providing basic fire – resistance properties.
  • Certified as a food contact grade material, ensuring safety for applications involving food.
  • Good mechanical properties for general – purpose use, with balanced strength and toughness.
  • Suitable for injection molding, allowing for the production of various complex parts.

Applications:

• Automotive Components
  TENAC™-C 4590 is widely used in automotive applications due to its durability, low friction, and resistance to oils and organic solvents. Its ability to maintain dimensional stability under long-term loading makes it ideal for:
  • Fuel Pump Modules: The resin’s low wear and chemical resistance ensure reliable performance in components exposed to fuels.
  • Gears for Motors: Used in door, window, wiper, and seat motors, where its self-lubricating properties and toughness enable smooth operation and longevity.
  • Interior Fittings: Low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions make it suitable for cabin components, contributing to improved in-car air quality.
• Medical Equipment
  The food-grade compliance and excellent sliding properties of TENAC™-C 4590 make it a preferred material for medical device components that require precision and reliability. Notable applications include:
  • Infusion Pump Guides: The resin’s high friction and abrasion resistance ensure stable, long-term performance in components that interact with medical tubing.
  • Lancets: Its moldability and dimensional stability support the production of precise, reliable lancet components for medical diagnostics.
    Note: TENAC™-C 4590 should not be used for parts in direct contact with body fluids, infusions, or implantation, as specified by Asahi Kasei.
• Home Improvement Hardware
  The resin’s self-lubricating nature and durability make it ideal for home improvement applications, particularly in components requiring smooth operation and resistance to wear:
  • Sliding Door Wheels: TENAC™-C 4590 enables smooth, quiet opening and closing of sliding doors, leveraging its low-friction properties.
  • Furniture Components: Used in fittings and structural parts that require dimensional stability and resistance to repeated loading.
• Office Automation Equipment
  In office equipment, TENAC™-C 4590 is valued for its wear resistance and ability to handle torque and rotational accuracy in moving parts:
  • Printer Gears: The resin’s low friction and high durability make it suitable for gears that transfer torque in printers, ensuring reliable operation over time.
  • Structural Components: Its balanced mechanical properties support versatile structural parts in office machines, such as copiers and scanners, where wear resistance is critical.