PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)

Semi-Finished Engineering Plastics

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)

A precision engineering plastic distinguished by its high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption rate, and superior dimensional stability.

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Product Description

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) is an engineering plastic that stands out with its high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption rate, and superior dimensional stability. It is especially preferred in applications requiring tight tolerances due to its high rigidity and easy CNC machinability.

PET can be used in many machine parts as an alternative to engineering plastics such as POM C (Delrin) and PA6 (Kestamid). Thanks to its low moisture absorption, it maintains dimensional stability and delivers reliable performance in applications requiring precision machining.

Material Structure and Technical Properties

PET is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic that preserves its form even under mechanical stress thanks to its high rigidity and dimensional stability, making it extremely suitable for precision part manufacturing.

Technical Features and Advantages

High Mechanical Strength

Offers a strong structure and resistance to deformation under load.

Very Low Moisture Absorption

Maintains its dimensional stability to a large extent even in humid environments.

Superior Dimensional Stability

Provides reliable performance in parts requiring tight tolerances.

High Rigidity

Shows high resistance to bending and flexing.

Easy CNC Machinability

Ideal for smooth surfaces and tight-tolerance manufacturing.

Good Wear Resistance

Offers a long service life in frictional systems.

Technical Performance and Application Behavior

PET is a reliable engineering plastic for precision-machined machine parts thanks to its high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption rate, and superior dimensional stability. Especially in applications where dimensional accuracy is critical, it offers a strong alternative to materials such as POM C (Delrin) and PA6 (Kestamid).

Application Areas

PET is used in many industrial applications requiring high mechanical performance and dimensional stability.

✓ Machinery manufacturing industry: Precision-toleranced parts and components.

✓ Food and packaging machinery: Hygienic and durable mechanical parts.

✓ Conveyor systems: Rollers, guides, and carrier elements.

✓ Automotive industry: High-strength technical components.

✓ Electrical and electronics: Insulation and handling equipment.

✓ Textile machinery: Wear-resistant rotating and sliding parts.

Product Forms and Standard Sizes

PET in sheet and rod form is widely used in the production of bushings, guides, rollers, conveyor parts, insulation elements, and precision CNC-machined machine components.

Rod

Suitable for the production of precision bushings, rollers, and rotating parts.

Wide Diameter Options | Standard Length

Sheet

Ideal for guides, insulation elements, and plate applications.

Different Thickness and Dimension Options

Finished Products

Custom engineering plastic parts machined according to technical drawings.

Custom Size Cutting Support

Quality Note: PET sheet and rod products offered by Polser are manufactured in accordance with European quality standards and are provided with a wide range of size options and custom size cutting support.

Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

You can download the data sheet containing detailed technical parameters, physical, and mechanical values of the product.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is PET?

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) is an engineering plastic that stands out with its high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption rate, and superior dimensional stability.

Which sectors is PET used in?

It is widely used in the machinery manufacturing industry, food processing and packaging machinery, automotive, conveyor systems, and precision-machined machine parts.

Why should PET be chosen?

Thanks to its high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption rate, and superior dimensional stability, it offers a strong alternative to POM C and PA6 materials for precision-machined machine parts.

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