Product Description
PEEK Polyetheretherketoneis a high-performance thermoplastic renowned for its outstanding properties. Combining both polyester and polyether variations, PEEK offers a remarkable spectrum of hardness, unparalleled wear and oil resistance, superior transparency, and exceptional elasticity. Its biocompatibility makes it a top choice for medical devices and consumables.
PEEK Tube (Polyether Ether Ketone) - High-Performance Engineering Plastic Tubing
PEEK tube is manufactured from premium-grade Polyether Ether Ketone resin, offering an exceptional combination of mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. It is designed for demanding applications across aerospace, medical, semiconductor, and industrial sectors.
Key Features & Benefits:
· Exceptional Thermal Performance: Continuous service temperature up to 250°C (480°F), with short-term peaks exceeding 300°C (570°F).
· Outstanding Chemical Resistance: Highly inert to a wide range of chemicals, including hydrocarbons, acids, bases, and steam. Excellent hydrolysis resistance even at high temperatures.
· Superior Mechanical Properties: High tensile strength, stiffness, and fatigue resistance. Maintains excellent mechanical integrity over a broad temperature range.
· Inherently Flame Retardant: Meets UL94 V-0 flammability rating without the addition of halogenated additives.
· Excellent Wear & Abrasion Resistance: Low coefficient of friction and high resistance to dynamic wear, suitable for bearing and sealing applications.
· Radiation & Sterilization Resistance: Withstands gamma radiation and repeated cycles of autoclave (steam), ethylene oxide (EtO), and dry heat sterilization, making it ideal for medical and life science applications.
· High Purity & Low Particulate Generation: Suitable for ultrapure fluid handling in semiconductor and analytical industries.
· Good Electrical Properties: Stable dielectric constant and high volume resistivity.
Typical Applications:
· Medical: Catheters, surgical instruments, fluid management systems, dental devices.
· Aerospace: Wire and cable insulation, fluid conveyance lines, lightweight structural components.
· Industrial: High-pressure hydraulic hoses, chemical process tubing, downhole instrumentation, bearings, seals.
· Semiconductor & Analytical: Wafer carriers, chemical delivery lines, probe sleeves, chromatography systems.
Available Specifications:
· Standard Colors: Natural (amber), Black.
· Size Range: Outer Diameter (OD) from approximately 0.5mm to 50mm; Inner Diameter (ID) and wall thickness can be customized.
· Form: Straight lengths or coiled on request.
· Standards: Can be manufactured to meet ISO, ASTM, USP Class VI, and FDA compliance for specific grades.
Optional Enhancements:
· Reinforced grades (e.g., Carbon Fiber, Glass Fiber filled) for enhanced strength and rigidity.
· Custom printing, marking, or packaging.
· Precision machining of ends or fabrication of complex assemblies.
This material is an excellent alternative to metals, fluoropolymers, and other lower-performance plastics in extreme environments.
Color: Beige/Yellow
Size: Available in an assortment of dimensions, typically extending to 1000mm in length. We offer custom cuts tailored to your specific needs upon request.
Special Service
This seal is customizable with a precision slash cut or can be provided uncut, based on your requirements.
The comprehensive data sheet is provided as follows: