Delrin® acetal homopolymer offers slightly higher mechanical properties than acetal copolymer, but may contain a low density center (also known as "center line porosity") especially in large cross-sections. The homopolymer also gives slightly less chemical resistance than copolymer acetal. For example, Delrin® is ideal for small diameter, thin- walled bushings that benefit from the additional strength and rigidity of homopolymer acetal. Delrin® is available in black and natural colors.
Physical Properties Units Test Delrin® Homopolymer
Density lb/in³ D792 0.051 g/cm³ 1.41 Water Absorption, 24 hrs. % D570 0.2
Mechanical Properties Units Test Delrin® Homopolymer
-5 Coefficient of Linear x 10 in./in./°F D696 4.70 Thermal Expansion Heat Deflection Temperature @264 psi °F/°C D648 250 / 121 Melting Temperature ºF/ºC D3418 347 / 175 Max. Use Temperature ºF/ºC - 180 / 82 2 Thermal Conductivity BTU-in/ft -hr-°F C177 2.5 -4 x 10 cal/cm-sec-°C 8.6 Flammability Rating - UL94 HB
Electrical Properties Units Test Delrin® Homopolymer
Dielectric Strength (V/mil) short time, 1/8" D149 450 thick Dielectric Constant @1 MHz D150 3.7 Dissipation Factor @1 MHz D150 0.005 15 Volume Resistivity (ohm-cm) @50% RH D257 10 **The information provided in this table is a compilation of publicly available data. This information is provided for comparison purposes only, and is not intended to be warrantable. Further, Technical Products, Inc. disclaims any and all liability from errors, in accuracies, or omissions.
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