Duratron® PI D7015G
- Chemical Family
- Polyimides (PI)
Duratron® D7015G PI Polyimide is a high-performance bearing grade material that offers exceptional temperature and wear resistance. With a low coefficient of friction, this material is ideal for use in applications where high loads and speeds are a critical factor.Features:15% graphite added for long wear and frictionSuperior temperature and wear resistanceLow coefficient of frictionMaintains performance abilities with or without lubricationBenefits:Excellent choice for bearing, bushing, and seal applications where higher loads or speeds are a significant factorProvides long-lasting performance in harsh environmentsLow maintenance and long-lasting partsApplications:Bearings and bushings in high-temperature environmentsSeals for high-speed or high-load applicationsMachine parts and components in harsh environments where temperature and wear resistance are needed.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Plates, Rods, Tube
- Plates
- Rods
- Tube
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Duratron® PBI, PEI, PAI
- Density
- 1,460.0 kg/m³
- Features
Bearing Grade, High Tolerance, Low Coefficient of Friction, Lubricated, Temperature Resistance, Wear Resistant
- Polymer Name
- Polyimide (PI)
- Tensile Modulus
- 4,200.0 MPa
- Color (Properties)
- Black
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Industrial
- Flame Rating
- UL 94 V0
- Technology
- Plastics
- Product Families
- Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films
- Overview
Good performance at elevated temperature (<662°F); <572°F in longer periods; Good chemical resistance; Easily machined from a broad range of shapes - rod, sheet, tubular forms; High strength, tough and dimensionally stable
- Additives Included
- Lubricant (Graphite)
- Lubricant (Unspecified)
- Color
- Black
- Material Features
- Bearing Grade
- High Tolerance
- Low Coefficient of Friction
- Lubricated
- Temperature Resistance
- Wear Resistant
- Applications
Valve and pump seats, seals and wear surfaces; Structural and wear parts for Semiconductor and Electronics manufacturing; Fixtures and handling parts for glass and plastics manufacturing; Metal replacement for Aerospace components - lightweight, lubrication free
- Certifications and Compliance
- UL 94
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Aerospace Seals
- Bearings
- Bushings
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
9 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 100 | MPa | ISO 527-1/-2 (7) |
| Tensile Strain (Elongation) at Break | 4 | % | ISO 527-1/-2 (7) |
| Tensile Modulus of Elasticity | 4200 | MPa | ISO 527-1/-2 (9) |
| Shear Strength | 90 | MPa | ASTM D732 |
| Compressive Stress (1 / 2 / 5 % Nominal Strain) | 38/70/ 130 | MPa | ISO 604 (10) |
| Charpy Impact Strength (Unnotched) | 40 | kJ/m² | ISO 179-1/1eU |
| Charpy Impact Strength (Notched) | 3 | kJ/m² | ISO 179-1/1eA |
| Flexural Strength | 100 | MPa | ISO 178 (12) |
| Hardness (14) | 113 | Rockwell M | ISO 2039-2 |
Table 2 of 4
10 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glass Transition Temperature (DMA, Tan Delta) | 360 | °C | DMA |
| Thermal Conductivity (23°C) | 0.39 | W/(K.m) | — |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 - 60°C) | 37 | µm/(m.K) | — |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23 - 100°C) | 39 | µm/(m.K) | — |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (min. 150°C) | 49 | µm/(m.K) | — |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (Method A: 1.8 MPa (264 PSI)) | 365 | °C | ISO 75-1/-2 |
| Continuous Allowable Service Temperature in Air (20.000 hrs) (3) | 260 | °C | — |
| Minimum Service Temperature (4) | -20 | °C | — |
| Flammability (3 mm) (5) | V-0 | — | UL 94 |
| Flammability (Oxygen Index) | 47 | % | ISO 4589-1/-2 |
Table 3 of 4
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Strength | 13 | kV/mm | IEC 60243-1 (15) |
| Surface Resistivity | 10000 | Ohm/sq. | ANSI/ESD STM 11.11 |
| Dielectric Constant (1 MHz) | 5.5 | — | IEC 62631-2-1 |
| Dissipation Factor (1 MHz) | 0.007 | — | IEC 62631-2-1 |
Table 4 of 4
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.46 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183-1 |
| Water Absorption (After 24h Immersion in Water of 23°C) | 0.48 | % | ISO 62 (16) |
| Wear Rate | 3 | µm/km | ISO 7148-2 (18) |
| Dynamic Coefficient of Friction | 0.25 - 0.63 | — | ISO 7148-2 (18) |
| Limiting PV (0.1/1 m/s Cylindrical Sleeve Bearings) | 1.20/0.44 | Mpa.m/s | — |
