POM h - Acetal homopolymer

The general features of homopolymer acetalic resin are similar to those of copolymer POM c. except that service temperature (under load) is slightly higher but resistance to hydrolysis and strong alkali is lower.  

FEATURES 

High fatigue resistance 
Good dimensional stability 
Low friction coefficient 
High compressive strength
The shock resistance is good even at low temperature
Excellent machinability, especially on automatic equipment
Colour: natural

WEAK POINT 
Compared to PA6 it has lower abrasion resistance, particularly in dirty and dusty environments. Compared to POM c. its resistance to hydrolysis is lower. 


APPLICATION

Mechanical: it is used for mechanical applications such as bearings, cams, gears with low torque, gear wheels, conveyor rollers and dimensionally stable precision parts. 

Food contact: being physiologically inert, it is suitable for food contact. It can be used in water at 80° C.
 
Electrical: as it is not hygroscopic, it is commonly used for electric components such as insulators. 

Chemical: it is resistant to alkali and organic compounds. Thanks to its good chemical properties it is suitable for pump components, flanges and components for chemical plants. 

The graph shows the different temperature resistance of Acetal-c and Acetal-h
Yellow : deflection temp. at 1,8 MPa
Orange: deflection temp. at 0,5 MPa
Red: melting point.