Udel® P-3500 NT 11 is a very high molecular weight grade of polysulfone, and therefore offers the greatest toughness and chemical resistance of the available grades. It is well-suited for extrusion.
Polysulfone is a tough, rigid and transparent high-strength thermoplastic that is suitable for long-term use up to 300°F (149°C). It is resistant to oxidation and hydrolysis and withstands prolonged exposure to high temperatures and repeated sterilization.
Polysulfone is resistant to mineral acids, alkali, salt solutions, detergents and hydrocarbon oils. Contact with polar solvents such as ketones, chlorinated hydrocarbons and aromatic hydrocarbons should be avoided, as these types of chemical compounds can cause stress cracking or solvate polysulfone resin.
Polysulfone is highly resistant to degradation by gamma or electron beam radiation but can be adversely affected by long term exposure to ultraviolet. Electrical properties of the polymer are very stable over a wide range of temperatures and after immersion in water or exposure to high humidity.
The resin is very safe for food contact uses. It complies with FDA 21 CFR 177, 1655 and may be used in articles intended for repeated use in contact with foods. Additionally, it is approved by the NSF, by the Department of Agriculture for contact with meat and poultry and the 3-A Sanitary Standards of the Dairy Association.
Polysulfone is a tough, rigid and transparent high-strength thermoplastic that is suitable for long-term use up to 300°F (149°C). It is resistant to oxidation and hydrolysis and withstands prolonged exposure to high temperatures and repeated sterilization.
Polysulfone is resistant to mineral acids, alkali, salt solutions, detergents and hydrocarbon oils. Contact with polar solvents such as ketones, chlorinated hydrocarbons and aromatic hydrocarbons should be avoided, as these types of chemical compounds can cause stress cracking or solvate polysulfone resin.
Polysulfone is highly resistant to degradation by gamma or electron beam radiation but can be adversely affected by long term exposure to ultraviolet. Electrical properties of the polymer are very stable over a wide range of temperatures and after immersion in water or exposure to high humidity.
The resin is very safe for food contact uses. It complies with FDA 21 CFR 177, 1655 and may be used in articles intended for repeated use in contact with foods. Additionally, it is approved by the NSF, by the Department of Agriculture for contact with meat and poultry and the 3-A Sanitary Standards of the Dairy Association.
Markets
Processing Method
- Extrusion
- Extrusion Blow Molding
- Film Extrusion
- Injection Blow Molding
- Injection Molding
- Machining
- Pipe Extrusion
- Profile Extrusion
- Sheet Extrusion
- Thermoforming
Chemical categories
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Product Functions
- Good Color Stability
- Paintability
- High Gloss
- Colorable
- Good Surface Finish
- Bromine Free
- Low VOC
- High ESCR (Stress Crack Resist.)
- Good Dimensional Stability
- Alkali Resistant
- Acid Resistant
- Alcohol Resistant
- Mineral/Synthetic Oil Resistant
- Detergent Resistant
- Hydrolysis Resistant
- Low Moisture Absorption
- Good Impact Resistant
- Low CLTE
- Radiotranslucent
- Transparency
- Radiation (Gamma) Resistant
- Laser Weldable
- Low Warpage
- Good Processing Stability
- Autoclave Sterilizable (steam)
- E-beam Sterilizable
- Radiation Sterilizable
- Ethylene Oxide Sterilizable
- Heat Sterilizable
- Good Thermal Stability
- High Heat Resistant
Format
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Pellets |
Compliance Info
- Food Contact
- NSF/ANSI 61: Drinking Water System Components – Health Effects
One or more drinking water/plumbing or food contact listings may exist, please contact your Account Manager for specifications.
Region of availability
- Not available in Africa & Middle East
- Asia Pacific
- Not available in Europe
- Not available in Latin America
- Not available in North America
Udel® P-3500 NT 11 is a very high molecular weight grade of polysulfone, and therefore offers the greatest toughness and chemical resistance of the available grades. It is well-suited for extrusion. Polysulfone is a tough, rigid and transparent high-strength thermoplastic that is suitable for long-term use up to 300°F (149°C). It is resistant to oxidation and hydrolysis and withstands prolonged exposure to high temperatures and repeated sterilization. Polysulfone is resistant to mineral acids, alkali, salt solutions, detergents and hydrocarbon oils. Contact with polar solvents such as ketones, chlorinated hydrocarbons and aromatic hydrocarbons should be avoided, as these types of chemical compounds can cause stress cracking or solvate polysulfone resin. Polysulfone is highly resistant to degradation by gamma or electron beam radiation but can be adversely affected by long term exposure to ultraviolet. Electrical properties of the polymer are very stable over a wide range of temperatures and after immersion in water or exposure to high humidity. The resin is very safe for food contact uses. It complies with FDA 21 CFR 177, 1655 and may be used in articles intended for repeated use in contact with foods. Additionally, it is approved by the NSF, by the Department of Agriculture for contact with meat and poultry and the 3-A Sanitary Standards of the Dairy Association.