Plastic Injection Molding
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Injection Molding
Trident Components has extensive knowledge of polyethylene terephthalate, or PET, injection molding. Our investment in the latest equipment allows our production capabilities to meet any of your custom production needs. In addition, we offer blanket ordering and warehousing services to accurately and cost-effectively meet the demands of any sized project.
PET Properties:
Molecular formula |
(C10H8O4)n |
|---|---|
Density amorphous |
1370 kg/m3 |
Density crystalline |
1455 kg/m3 |
Young's modulus(E) |
2800–3100 MPa |
Tensile strength(σt) |
55–75 MPa |
Elastic limit |
50–150% |
notch test |
3.6 kJ/m2 |
Glass temperature |
75 °C |
melting point |
260 °C |
Vicat B |
170 °C |
Thermal conductivity |
0.24 W/(m·K) |
linear expansion coefficient (α) |
7×10−5/K |
Specific heat (c) |
1.0 kJ/(kg·K) |
Water absorption (ASTM) |
0.16 |
Refractive Index |
1.5750 |
Price |
0.5–1.25 €/kg |
Contact one of our sales representatives today
to inquire about a quote from Trident Components
or call us today at 888-312-0745. Typical volumes start at 2500 pieces, average orders are usually 10,000 - 20,000 pieces.
