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Petg Eng Datasheet Curbell

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PETG

(amorphous copolyester)

S P E C TA R / V I V A K

PETG is a transparent thermoplastic sheet material with outstanding

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

thermoformability and good impact resistance. PETG is an excellent choice for

Outstanding thermoforming
characteristics, particularly
in deep draw applications
Does not usually
require drying prior
to thermoforming
Good impact resistance
Clear
Lower cost alternative
to polycarbonate
Less brittle than acrylic

applications that require durability, deep draw thermoforming, and clarity.

Superior chemical
resistance when
compared with many
other transparent plastics
Easy to fabricate
Allows for rapid
thermoforming
cycle times
Brake formable
(up to 0.080" thickness)
FDA compliant
grades available

APPLICATIONS:
Point-of-purchase
displays
Retail store fixtures
Prototypes and models

Orthotic and
prosthetic devices
Machine guards
and housings

PETG TYPICAL PROPERTIES:


UNITS

ASTM TEST

PETG

Tensile strength

psi

D-638

7,700

Flexural modulus

psi

D-790

310,000

ft-lbs/in of notch

D-256

1.7

Heat deflection temperature


@264 psi

D-648

157

Maximum continuous service


temperature in air

Water absorption
(immersion 24 hours)

D-570

0.20

in/in/Fx10-5

D-696

3.8

Izod impact (notched)

Coefficient of linear thermal expansion

Standard Sizes: SHEET: 48"x96" (0.03"-0.5" thick)


Length, width, thickness, and diameter tolerances vary by size and by manufacturer Custom sizes and colors available upon request Many of our materials are available as films with thicknesses of 0.029" or less.
Values may vary according to brand name. Please ask your Curbell Plastics representative for more specific information about an individual brand.

Curbell Plastics has been supplying plastic sheet, rod, tube, films, adhesives, sealants, and prototyping materials for over 65 years
NATIONWIDE

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2008 Curbell Plastics, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are property of the respective manufacturers. All statements, technical information and
recommendations contained in this publication are presented in good faith, based upon tests believed to be reliable and practical field experience. The reader is
cautioned, however, that Curbell, Inc. cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information, and it is the customers responsibility to determine the
suitability of specific products in any given application.
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