Toray Cetex® TC940

Chemical Family: Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

Toray Toray Cetex® TC940 is a thermoplastic composite using a semi-crystalline polyethylene terephthalate (PET) matrix resin. This product offers good impact resistance and stiffness, at a relatively low cost. It is typically used in recreational and sporting goods Applicationss because of its exceptional durability and high interlaminar short beam shear results. Engineered Polyethylene Terephthalate Composite. Indefinite at 25°C (77°F).

Product families

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Equipment & Parts

Product Families

Composite Materials — Polymers & Resins

Thermoplastic Resins

Other characteristics

Brand: Toray Cetex
End Uses: Tanks
Processing Methods: Compression Molding
Markets: Industrial
Technology: Composite Materials
Composites End Use: Tanks
Material Features: Chemical Resistant
Excellent Toughness
High Durability
High Impact Resistance
Light Weight
HIGHLIGHTS: Good toughness
Good chemical and solvent resistance
Lightweight
Excellent clarity and toughness
Good overall strength
Recommended Applications: Industrial
Recreational Applicationss
Sporting goods
Composite Materials Functions: Resins Binders & Matrix Materials
Composites Processing Methods: Compression Molding

Technical data

Table 1 of 3

3 rows

Characteristic	Value	Unit
Elongation at Break	70	%
Tensile Modulus	0.7 (0.1)	Gpa (Msi)
Tensile Strength	79 (11.5)	MPa (Ksi)

Table 2 of 3

4 rows

Characteristic	Value	Unit
Density	1.3	g/cc
Melt Temperature	254 (490)	°C (°F)
Strain at Yield	15	%
UL94 Flammability	HB	—

Table 3 of 3

1 row

Characteristic	Value	Unit
Heat Deflection Temperature at 70°C (158°F)	0.46 (66)	MPa (psi)