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Nylon (PA)
High strength, Abrasion-resistant - Used in textiles, machine parts, gears
Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
High mechanical strength, Chemical resistant - Used in aerospace, automotive, and medical implants
Polyoxymethylene (POM)
High stiffness, Low friction - Used in precision parts, gears, pen components
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Low friction, Chemical resistant - Used in non-stick coatings, seals, bearings
Epoxy
Strong adhesive properties, Good heat and chemical resistance - Used in adhesives, coatings, composites
Polystyrene (PS)
Lightweight, Easy to form - Used in Styrofoam, disposable cutlery
Polypropylene (PP)
High melting point, Resistant to fatigue - Used in living hinges, automotive bumpers
Polyurethane (PU)
Elastic, Durable - Used in foam seating, insulation panels, elastomeric wheels
Polyimide (PI)
Thermal stability, Good electrical insulator - Used in aerospace and electronics for heat resistant properties
Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCP)
High-temperature stability, Excellent mechanical properties - Used in electronic connectors, cookware
Polyethylene naphthalate (PEN)
Higher thermal resistance than PET, Good gas barrier properties - Used in high-performance plastic films and packaging
Polylactic Acid (PLA)
Biodegradable, Derived from renewable resources - Used in compostable packaging, 3D printing filaments
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Good electrical insulator, Heat resistant - Used in electrical components, automotive parts
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Impact-resistant, Tough - Used in Lego bricks, Automotive body parts
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Good barrier properties, Recyclable - Used in beverage bottles, food packaging
Polycarbonate (PC)
High impact resistance, Transparency - Used in eyewear lenses, bulletproof glass
Polyethylene (PE)
Chemical resistant, Durable - Used in plastic bags, bottles, and insulating materials
Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)
Elasticity, Abrasion resistance - Used in phone cases, medical devices, inflatable rafts
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
High chemical and thermal resistance, Dimensionally stable - Used in automotive parts, electronics, cookware
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Strong, Lightweight - Used in pipes, medical devices, and vinyl records
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