Physical Properties
- Bulk Density: The bulk density is 0.850 g/cc in metric and 0.0307 lb/in³ in English, measured per ISO 1183, indicating the material’s loose density.
- Density: The material’s density is 1.40 g/cc in metric and 0.0506 lb/in³ in English, as per ISO 1183, showing its solid mass per unit volume.
- Moisture Absorption at Equilibrium: This property shows 0.20% absorption in both metric and English units at 23°C and 50% RH, per ISO 62, reflecting moisture retention.
- Water Absorption at Saturation: The material absorbs 0.80% water in both metric and English units when saturated, tested under ISO 62 standard.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Flow: Measured at 0.021 cm/cm in metric and 0.021 in/in in English per ISO 2577, indicating shrinkage along the flow direction.
- Linear Mold Shrinkage, Transverse: Recorded as 0.021 cm/cm in metric and 0.021 in/in in English per ISO 2577, showing transverse shrinkage during molding.
- Melt Flow: The melt flow rate is 15.4 g/10 min at 190°C with a 2.16 kg load in metric, and 15.4 g/10 min at 374°F with a 4.76 lb load in English, per ISO 1133.
Polymer Properties:
- Base Material: Polyoxymethylene (POM)
- Key Features
- Well – balanced properties, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of general applications.
- Good mold – release characteristics, facilitating efficient production processes.
- Moderate chemical resistance, suitable for environments with mild chemical exposure.
- Decent fatigue resistance, handling moderate cyclic loading.
Applications:
The combination of excellent tribological properties, very high stiffness, and low emissions makes Ultraform S2320 0035 LEV a primary choice for a variety of demanding technical components.
- Automotive Parts: Ideal for automotive interior parts such as dashboard panels, lock components, and gear wheels due to its low emissions and excellent wear resistance. It’s also used in fuel caps and other components that require chemical resistance.
- Mechanical and Industrial Components: Used for precision gears, bearing housings, and other moving parts in machinery and industrial equipment where durability and low friction are essential.
- Plumbing and Pipe Fittings: Its dimensional stability and chemical resistance make it an excellent material for hot and cold water plumbing components and pipe fittings.
- Appliance and Consumer Goods: Employed in the production of durable and high-performance components for appliances like washing machines and vacuum cleaners.
