Automotive
TENAC™-C 4520 is widely used in automotive applications due to its durability, low friction, and resistance to wear and chemicals.
- Fuel Pump Modules: The resin’s chemical resistance to fuels and oils, combined with its dimensional stability, ensures reliable performance in fuel system components.
- Window Regulator Carrier Plates: Its low friction and high wear resistance enable smooth and durable operation in window regulator mechanisms.
- Clips and Fasteners: The material’s toughness and creep resistance make it ideal for automotive clips that require long-term reliability under stress.
- Interior Fittings: Low VOC grades like Z4520 are used in dashboards, vents, and other interior parts to meet stringent air quality standards.
Electrical and Electronics
The dimensional stability, low friction, and electrical insulating properties of TENAC™-C 4520 make it a preferred choice for precision components in electrical and electronic devices.
- Connectors: Its high flowability and dimensional accuracy ensure precise molding of small, intricate connector parts with consistent performance.
- Small Gears: The resin’s self-lubricating nature and wear resistance are ideal for gears in devices like printers, copiers, and small motors.
- Bearings and Rollers: Low friction and high durability make it suitable for moving parts in electronic devices, reducing wear and extending component life.
- Office Equipment: Used in components like cassette hubs and mechanical parts in printers, where smooth operation and durability are critical.
Industrial Applications
TENAC™-C 4520’s robust mechanical properties and resistance to environmental factors make it suitable for a variety of industrial applications.
- Gears and Cams: Its high strength, toughness, and wear resistance make it ideal for industrial gears and cams subjected to continuous or repeated loading.
- Bearings: The resin’s low friction and self-lubricating properties reduce maintenance needs in industrial machinery bearings.
- Rollers and Sliding Parts: Used in conveyor systems and machinery where smooth operation and resistance to wear are essential.
- General Mechanical Components: Its creep resistance and dimensional stability ensure reliable performance in structural components under long-term stress.
Consumer Goods
The versatility of TENAC™-C 4520 extends to consumer products requiring precision, durability, and aesthetic quality.
- Zippers and Fasteners: Its medium viscosity and moldability allow for the production of precise, durable components in consumer goods like clothing and bags.
- Household Appliances: Used in moving parts of appliances, such as washing machine components and vacuum cleaner parts, due to its wear resistance and strength.
- Sporting Goods: Applied in components like ski bindings and bicycle parts, where toughness and low friction enhance performance.
Medical Applications (Non-Implantable)
While not suitable for implants or direct contact with body fluids, TENAC™-C 4520 can be used in specific medical device components that do not require biocompatibility certifications.
- Mechanical Parts in Medical Devices: Its low friction and quiet operation make it suitable for parts like gears in infusion pumps or lancet mechanisms, where smooth and reliable performance is critical.
- Housings and Structural Components: Used in non-contact medical equipment parts, leveraging its dimensional stability and durability.
