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Norplex-Micarta RT500M
- Chemical Family
- Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives
RT500M is composed of a medium weight glass fabric combined with an epoxy resin system. RT500M combines excellent electrical characteristics with very good physical properties. Electrical properties maintained in high humidity conditions. It also complies with MIL-I-24768/2, Type GEE and ASTM D709 Type IV Grade G-10. RT500M is not flame resistant. Certification to IEC standard is pending.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Tube
Product families
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
- Equipment & Parts
Electrical & Electronics — Parts & Components
- Housings & Enclosures
Other characteristics
- Density
- 1860.0 - 1860.0 kg/m³
- Features
Good Electrical Properties, Good Machinability, Good Mechanical Properties, Smooth Surface Finish, Very Good Heat Resistance
- Polymer Name
- Epoxy Resins & Compounds
- Reinforcement Material
- Glass Fibers
- Markets
- Electrical & Electronics
- Industrial
- Technology
- Composite Materials
- Plastics
- Fillers Included
- Glass Fiber
- Product Families
- Composite Materials — Parts & Shapes
- Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films
- Quality Standards
- IEC EP GC 21
- MIL-I-24768/2 Type GEE
- NEMA G-10
- Composites End Use
- Cryogenic Applications
- Insulators
- Tanks
- Wheels
- Material Features
- Good Electrical Properties
- Good Machinability
- Good Mechanical Properties
- Smooth Surface Finish
- Very Good Heat Resistance
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- O Rings
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD) | 1.86 | — | ASTM D792 |
| Rockwell Hardness (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD) | 105 | M Scale | ASTM D785 |
| Moisture Absorption (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition D1-24/23) | 0.14 | % | ASTM D570 |
| Tensile Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A) | 39000 | psi | ASTM D638 |
| Compressive Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A) | 35000 | psi | ASTM D695 |
| Compressive Modulus (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A) | 700 | kpsi | ASTM D695 |
Table 2 of 3
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature Index (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD) | 200/200 | °C | — |
| Tg (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A) | min. 170 | °C | Dynamic Mechanical Analysis |
| Flammability Rating (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A) | HB | Class | UL Bulletin 94 |
Table 3 of 3
10 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissipation Factor (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition A) | 0.024 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Dissipation Factor (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition D-24/23) | 0.034 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Dissipation Factor (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition D-48/50) | 0.04 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Relative Permittivity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition A) | 4.39 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Relative Permittivity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition D-24/23) | 4.46 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Relative Permittivity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition D-48/50) | 4.62 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Relative Permittivity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition D-48/50) | 70 | — | ASTM D150 |
| Breakdown Voltage (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, 1 MHz, Condition A) | 55 | kVolts | ASTM D149 |
| Electric Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A) | 400 | Volts/mil | ASTM D149 |
| Electric Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition D-48/50) | 380 | Volts/mil | ASTM D149 |
