Low Friction Plastic

Fluorinated oil works well in low durometer thermoplastic elastomer materials for dry applications.

Low friction plastic.

Abrasion resistant plastics with a low coefficient of friction are highly sought after materials for use in a wide variety of industrial applications. It is quantitatively described by dynamic and static coefficients. This special uhmw ultra high molecular weight adhesive backed flexible plastic film has a low coefficient of friction and a high abrasion resistance that surpasses even teflon. In addition the abrasion resistance of most plastics is also high under dry running conditions.

Low friction engineering plastic with outstanding chemical high temp and weathering resistance. Dupont works with parts makers and manufacturers worldwide to make moving parts last longer and work better in applications from automotive drivetrains to conveyors to photovoltaic systems. Low thermal conductivity is retained despite temperature variation making ptfe a good insulator. Generally plastics are very good wear materials with a low coefficient of friction making them ideal for applications where friction is a consideration.

The world is wide and i will not waste my life in friction when it could be turned into momentum frances e. Sliding wear against mating metal parts. Willard plastic materials work well in applications where friction resistance is important. In applications such as bearings where one part slides over another wear is often severe.

The low friction plastic made by combining these two materials was used for the cladding on the door checks of bmw s series 5 limousines helping to ensure that the doors open and close smoothly and silently without lubrication. Plastics such as uhmw nylon and acetal are excellent choices for wear applications that involve sliding against mating metal parts. Ptfe powder is perhaps the most common additive for plastics in low friction applications. It offers high thermal chemical and solvent resistance high dielectric and antistick properties and very low coefficient of friction.

Friction is a natural resistance to sliding motion between two surfaces. Vespel low wear high efficiency bushings. Driving longer product life with low friction plastic. This versatile nontoxic plastomer is widely used in the high tech market.

Parts made from low friction polymers can help products last longer with less maintenance. Ptfe polytetrefluoroethylene is a soft low friction fluoropolymer with outstanding chemical resistance and weathering resistance. These provide an estimate of energy. Plastic components that require contact with mating surfaces must offer outstanding resistance to wear along with displaying long life and high performance under constant friction.