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Description
This premium glass filled PEEK sheet is a high-performance engineering plastic designed for demanding technical and industrial applications. Reinforced with glass fibres, it offers outstanding rigidity, high strength and excellent dimensional stability, even under elevated temperatures and mechanical loads.
Supplied in a practical sheet format, it is ideal for machined components, structural parts and precision assemblies where conventional plastics or metals may not be suitable. Available in a range of thicknesses, with a standard sheet length of 1000 mm and width of 620 mm, it provides a reliable, long-lasting solution for critical engineering environments.
Product Features
- Glass filled PEEK construction for enhanced rigidity and strength compared to unfilled grades.
- Available thicknesses include 8, 10, 12, 16 and 20 mm, with additional thickness options to suit different design requirements.
- Standard sheet length of 1000 mm, providing ample material for machining or cutting to size.
- Standard sheet width of 620 mm, suitable for a wide variety of component layouts and cutting patterns.
- Excellent dimensional stability under load and temperature, supporting tight-tolerance machined parts.
- High resistance to wear, creep and fatigue for long service life in demanding applications.
- Good chemical and hydrolysis resistance typical of PEEK-based engineering plastics.
Key Features and Benefits
- Maintains mechanical strength and stiffness at elevated operating temperatures, reducing the risk of deformation in service.
- Glass fibre reinforcement minimises creep and dimensional change, helping to ensure consistent performance and fit over time.
- Exceptional wear resistance reduces maintenance intervals and replacement frequency, lowering overall lifecycle costs.
- Stable and machinable sheet format enables precise, repeatable fabrication of complex components.
- Resistant to many industrial chemicals and fluids, supporting reliable use in harsh processing environments.
- Wide choice of thicknesses allows designers to optimise component strength, weight and material usage.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Glass filled PEEK (polyetheretherketone) engineering plastic |
| Available thicknesses (mm) | 8, 10, 12, 16, 20 mm (plus additional thickness options available) |
| Sheet length (mm) | 1000 mm (nominal) |
| Sheet width (mm) | 620 mm (nominal) |
| Temperature performance | High continuous service temperature typical of glass filled PEEK, suitable for demanding engineering environments |
| Form | Flat sheet, suitable for cutting, drilling and machining |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This glass filled PEEK sheet is suitable for high-performance engineering components where strength, stiffness and dimensional stability are critical.
- Precision machined parts and structural components in mechanical assemblies.
- High-load wear plates, guides and support elements in machinery.
- Insulating and structural components in electrical and electronic equipment.
- Parts for chemical processing, fluid handling and industrial plant where chemical resistance is required.
- Prototype and production components in aerospace, automotive and other advanced engineering sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this glass filled PEEK sheet be machined using standard workshop equipment?
Yes, the sheet can be machined using conventional metalworking or plastics machining equipment with appropriate tooling and cutting parameters. Due to its high rigidity and glass fibre content, sharp tools, controlled feed rates and effective chip removal are recommended to achieve the best surface finish and dimensional accuracy.
Is glass filled PEEK suitable for continuous use at high temperatures?
Glass filled PEEK is designed for high-temperature service and maintains its mechanical properties over a wide temperature range. It is commonly used where continuous elevated temperatures are present, although specific operating limits should be confirmed against the application requirements and safety factors.
Can the sheet be supplied in other thicknesses or cut to custom sizes?
The sheet is available in standard thicknesses including 8, 10, 12, 16 and 20 mm, with additional thickness options also offered. Sheets can typically be cut to size using suitable cutting methods, and many users machine blanks or finished parts directly from the 1000 mm x 620 mm format to suit their exact design.