KyronMAX® S-4230
- Chemical Family
- Polyamides
KyronMAX® S-4230 is a high-performance polymer that combines the excellent strength, stiffness and thermal resistance of PPA (polyphenylsulfone) with the added strength and stiffness of ultra high-strength carbon fiber. This injection molding compound is designed to excel in demanding applications where high strength, stiffness, thermal stability, and chemical resistance are required.Key features:Ultra high strength: carbon fiber reinforcement provides added strength and stiffnessPPA base: provides excellent thermal stability, dimensional stability and chemical resistanceInjection molding pellets: allows for easy incorporation into your designs and efficient productionHigh temperature resistance: able to maintain stability and strength in high temperature environments.Benefits:Improved strength and stiffness of components in demanding environmentsIncreased resistance to wear and tear and high temperatureEnhanced performance and durability of your products in high temperature and chemical environmentsPossibility to design and manufacture complex geometriesApplications:High strength structural components in the automotive, aerospace, and industrial industries, where high temperature and chemical resistance is requiredComponents that require high strength and stiffness, such as gears, bearing components, and bushingsIndustrial and manufacturing equipment where high strength and stiffness is needed, such as in high temperature environments and chemical processesElectrical and electronic components where high temperature, chemical and dimensional stability is neededKyronMAX® S-4230 is a versatile and reliable material that can help improve the performance and longevity of your products. It's only available in injection molding pellets form, it allows for efficient production and the ability to create complex geometries.Please note that no stock shapes are offered
Properties
- Physical Form
- Pellets
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics
- Chassis & Brake
- Exterior & Body
- Interior
- Powertrain & UTH
- Equipment & Parts
- Consumer Electronics
- Medical Devices & Assemblies
- Connectors
- Housings & Enclosures
- Aerospace & Aviation
Product Families
- Polyamides
Other characteristics
- Brand
- KyronMAX®
- Polymer Name
- Polyphthalamide (PPA)
- Flexural Modulus
- 29,000.0 MPa
- Processing Methods
- Injection Molding
- Note
(1) Does not represent actual testing conducted by MCAM but is an estimated rating based on available data. The UL 94 Test is a laboratory test and does not relate to actual fire hazard.
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Consumer Goods
- Electrical & Electronics
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Industrial
- Flame Rating
- UL 94 HB
- Technology
- Plastics
- Benefits
- High stiffness
- High thermal resistance
- Low moisture absorption
- Low swell
- Chemical resistance
- Material Features
- Chemical Resistant
- Cost Effective
- Good Knitability
- Good Thermal Stability
- High Stiffness
- High Tolerance
- Light Weight
- Low Density
- Certifications and Compliance
- UL 94
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Aerospace Seals
- Automotive Brackets
- Bearings
- Bushings
- Connectors
- Electrical/Electronic Applications
- Fasteners
- Gears
- Industrial/Application Examples
Automotive - Bushings, washers, pistons, brackets, handles; Aerospace - Latches, rings, hinges, spacers, seals, adapters; Electrical - Pins, fasteners, end effectors, connectors, panels; Medical - Clamps, vanes, housings, bushings, gears, valves; Energy - Seals, bearings, plugs, umbilicals, back-up rings; Industrial - Valve plates, column packing, gears, valve seats
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Injection Molding
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
12 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Density | 1.31 | g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
| Tensile Strength | 383 | MPa | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Modulus of Elasticity | 34 | Gpa | ASTM D638 |
| Tensile Elongation | 1.8 | % | ASTM D638 |
| Flexural Strength | 517 | MPa | ASTM D790 |
| Flexural Modulus of Elasticity | 29 | GPa | ASTM D790 |
| Shear Strength | 151 | MPa | ASTM D732 |
| Compressive Strength | 310 | MPa | ASTM D695 |
| Compressive Modulus of Elasticity | 8 | Gpa | ASTM D695 |
| Hardness | 93 | Shore D | ASTM D2240 |
| Notched Izod Impact | 69 | J/m | ASTM D256 |
| Unnotched Izod Impact | 901 | J/m | ASTM D4812 |
Table 2 of 4
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture Content (24 hours) | 0.175 | % by wt | ASTM D570 |
Table 3 of 4
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glass Transition Temperature | 118 | °C | ASTM D3418 |
| Melting Point | 311 | °C | ASTM D3418 |
| Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa) | 285 | ºC | ASTM D648 |
Table 4 of 4
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Resistivity | max. 10⁴ | ohm/sq | ASTM D257 |
| Flammability | HB | — | UL 94 (1) |
