PBT Injection Molding
PBT resin offers excellent processability, electrical properties, and good surface finish quality
Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) is semi-crystalline thermoplastic with excellent processibility and good mechanical properties, which make it a versatile general purpose resin for wide range of applications.
We offer three grades of PBT through our injection molding service:
- Valox 357: A polycarbonate/PBT blend that is a general purpose resin. It also has flame retardant with a UL V0 and 5VA rating.
- Valox 420 SEO (30% Glass Filled): A glass-filled PBT resin with flame retardant and well rounded mechanical properties.
- Crastin S600F20: Friction and wear resistance with excellent colorability.
PBT Material Properties
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | Flexural Modulus | Tensile Elongation (Break) | Rockwell Hardness (R-scale) | Data Sheet | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Method | ISO 527 | ISO 178 | ISO 527 | ASTM D785 | |
| Valox 357 | 7,250 psi | 290,000 psi | 30% | 117 | VIEW PDF |
| Valox 420 SEO | 17,400 psi | 1.38E+6 psi | 1.9% | 119 | VIEW PDF |
| Crastin S600F20 | 7,980 | 319,000 psi | 40% | n/a | VIEW PDF |
PBT Applications
PBT resins are used for a wide range of applications due to its well-rounded mechanical properties.
- Enclosures
- Switches
- Electrical components
- Bobbins
- Automotive parts
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