Description
Description
This Premium 30% glass fibre reinforced polypropylene (PP) rod offers exceptional dimensional stability, high stiffness, and excellent heat resistance. Key properties include:
- Low density
- High tensile strength
- High surface strength
- Very high chemical resistance
- Low oxidation resistance
- Low abrasion resistance
- Brittle when cold
- HF welding not possible
Typical applications for this product include components in mechanical engineering, parts for pumps and valves, filtration housings, and brush/roller manufacturing.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Material | PPH |
| Shape | Rod |
| Colour | Black |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.14 |
| Water absorption (%) | 0.20 |
| Elongation at break (%) | 3 |
| Notched impact strength (kJ/m²) | 9 |
| Shore hardness (scale D) | 85 |
| Tensile modulus of elasticity (MPa) | 6000 |
| CLTE (10⁻⁶K⁻¹) | 70 |
| Service temp long term min (°C) | 5 |
| Service temp long term max (°C) | 100 |
| Heat deflection temperature A/B (°C) | 140/155 |
| Dielectric constant | 2.6 |
| Dielectric strength (kV/mm) | 40 |
| Volume resistivity (Ω*cm) | >10¹³ |
| Surface resistivity (Ω) | ≥10¹³ |
| Comparative tracking index | 600 |
| Flammability | HB |
| Material type | Glass Filled |
Applications
This Premium 30% glass filled polypropylene rod is ideal for a variety of mechanical engineering applications, including:
- Parts for pumps and valves
- Filtration housings
- Brush and roller manufacturing
FAQ
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What is the maximum service temperature for this rod?
The maximum service temperature is 100°C. -
Can this rod be welded?
HF welding is not possible with this material. -
What is the density of the rod?
The density is 1.14 g/cm³.


