Rigid polyurethane (PU) delivers a broad range of chemical resistance along with superior impact strength.
Benefits of Polyurethane (PU)
Excellent chemical resistance
Superior impact strength
Excellent mechanical properties
Opaque and translucent grades available
Shape
Sizes
Dimensions: 12″ x 12″, 12″ x 24″, 24″ x 24″, 48″ x 48″
Thickness: 0.030′ – 8″”
Diameter: 0.250″ – 16″
Length: 36″
Outside Diameter: 0.125″ – 7″ (Flexible and Rigid)
Length: 100′ (Flexible)
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Suppliers / Brands
Hydex
Common Applications
Automotive
Bearings & Bushings
Building & Construction
Bus & Rail
Chemical Processing
Die Cutters
Gaskets & Seals
Heavy Equipment
Machine Shops
Milling & Mining
Oil & Gas
Packaging & Conveying Equipment
Playground Equipment
Recreational Vehicles
Physical Properties
| Units | ASTM Test | Rigid Polyurethane | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength @ break @ 73°F | psi | D638 | 2,440 – 9,000 |
| Flexural modulus @ 73°F | psi | D790 | 5,500 – 390,000 |
| Izod impact (notched) | ft-lbs/in of notch | D256 | 0.18 – 1.8 |
| Coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) | (in/in F) | D696 | 2.25E-5 to 2.1E-4 |
| Water absorption – 24 hours – 1/8″ thick | 0.036 – 0.11% | D570 | 0.030 – 0.46 |
| Deflection Temperature Under Load @ 264 psi | °F | D648 | 115 – 204 |
* Technical Data is provided courtesy of UL Prospector (www.ulprospector.com) and IAPD (www.IAPD.org).
Data is to be considered representative and is provided for guidance only. All product performance must be verified by the user under actual application conditions.
