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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

Applications
  • Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics
Automotive & Transportation — Automotive
  • Chassis & Brake
  • Exterior & Body
  • Interior
  • Powertrain & UTH
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
  • Equipment & Parts
Electrical & Electronics — Devices & Assemblies
  • Consumer Electronics
Healthcare & Pharma — Medical
  • Medical Devices & Assemblies
Electrical & Electronics — Parts & Components
  • Connectors
  • Housings & Enclosures
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
  • Aerospace & Aviation

Product Families

Plastics — Engineering & Specialty Polymers
  • 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

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Specific Density1.31g/cm³ASTM D792
Tensile Strength383MPaASTM D638
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity34GpaASTM D638
Tensile Elongation1.8%ASTM D638
Flexural Strength517MPaASTM D790
Flexural Modulus of Elasticity29GPaASTM D790
Shear Strength151MPaASTM D732
Compressive Strength310MPaASTM D695
Compressive Modulus of Elasticity8GpaASTM D695
Hardness93Shore DASTM D2240
Notched Izod Impact69J/mASTM D256
Unnotched Izod Impact901J/mASTM D4812

Table 2 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Moisture Content (24 hours)0.175% by wtASTM D570

Table 3 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Glass Transition Temperature118°CASTM D3418
Melting Point311°CASTM D3418
Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa)285ºCASTM D648

Table 4 of 4

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CharacteristicValueUnitMethod
Surface Resistivitymax. 10⁴ohm/sqASTM D257
FlammabilityHB—UL 94 (1)

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