ZYEX properties at a glance

• Polymer:Thermoplastic, aromatic, polyketone, homopolymer Chemical Abstracts No. 29658-26-2
• Colour: Golden/Beige–depending on thickness - can be pigmented
• Density: 1.3 g/cm3
• Melting Point: 334ºC (633ºF)
• Glass Transition: 143ºC (289ºF)
• Max Cont. Service: 260ºC (500ºF) – short term to 300ºC (570ºF)
• Limiting Oxygen Index: 35% - very low toxic gas level on combustion
• Moisture Uptake: 0.1%
• Electrical Properties: Insulator – resistivity 10^16  Ohm-cm

ZYEX monofils and fibres are very tough, have excellent abrasion resistance, particularly at temperature and are durable in use. ZYEX has very flexible production facilities to meet individual customer

requirements; is innovative and proactive in finding solutions to problems.

In depth information on PEEK polymer? See Victrex ® website www.victrex.com