VESTAKEEP® 4000 FP
- Chemical Family
- Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK)
VESTAKEEP® 4000 FP is an unreinforced, high-viscosity polyether ether ketone fine powder. It can be used as a basic resin or blended with different additives for manufacturing compression molding parts. This semi-crystalline polymer exhibits excellent thermal and chemical resistance. VESTAKEEP® 4000 FP has low flammability.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
Product families
Applications
- Aerospace & Aviation
- Jacketing & Insulation
Product Families
- High Performance Thermoplastics
Other characteristics
- Brand
- VESTAKEEP
- Polymer Name
- Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
- Color (Properties)
- Natural
- Materials Features
Abrasion Resistant, Acid Resistant, Alkali Resistant, Chemical Resistant, Dimensional Stability, Flame Resistant, Food Contact Acceptable, Good Thermal Stability, High Stiffness, High Strength, High Viscosity, Hydrocarbon Resistant, Low Flammability, Oil Resistant, Salt Water/Spray Resistant, Semi Crystalline, Solvent Resistant, Unreinforced, Water Resistant, Wear Resistant
- Processing Methods
Compression Molding, Electrostatic Spray Coating, Extrusion, Injection Molding, Sintering
- Markets
- Automotive & Transportation
- Electrical & Electronics
- Shelf LIfe
- 2 years
- Flame Rating
- IEC 60695-11-10 V0
- Technology
- Plastics
- Packaging Type
- Boxes
- Labeling Claims
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Color
- Natural
- Material Features
- Abrasion Resistant
- Acid Resistant
- Alkali Resistant
- Chemical Resistant
- Dimensional Stability
- Flame Resistant
- Food Contact Acceptable
- Good Thermal Stability
- Storage Condition
Inside the original and undamaged packaging, the product has a shelf life of at least 2 years when stored in dry rooms at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
- Packaging Information
VESTAKEEP® 4000 FP is supplied as powder in boxes with moisture-proof polyethyleneliners.
- Certifications and Compliance
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- Plastics and Elastomers End Uses
- Aerospace Applications
- Automotive Applications
- Cable Insulation
- Compressor Components
- Electrical/Electronic Applications
- Packing Rings
- Seals
- Plastics and Elastomers Functions
- Resin
- Plastics and Elastomers Processing Methods
- Compression Molding
- Electrostatic Spray Coating
- Extrusion
- Injection Molding
- Sintering
Technical data
Table 1 of 6
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Modulus | 508000 | psi | ISO 527 |
| Tensile Strength | 13900 | psi | ISO 527 |
| Yield Stress | 13900 | psi | ISO 527 |
| Yield Strain | 5 | % | ISO 527 |
| Stress at Break | 11200 | psi | ISO 527 |
| Nominal Strain at Break (ɛtb) | 30 | % | ISO 527 |
| Charpy Notched Impact Strength (+23°C) | 3.33 | ftlb/in² | ISO 179/1eA |
| Charpy Notched Impact Strength (-30°C) | 2.85 | ftlb/in² | ISO 179/1eA |
Table 2 of 6
3 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.3 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Moisture Content | 0.18 | wt.-% | ISO 15512 |
| Bulk Density (Granulate) | 17.1 | Ib/ft³ | — |
Table 3 of 6
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting Temperature | 644 | °F | ISO 11357-1/-3 |
| Temperature of Deflection Under Load A (1.80 Mpa) | 302 | °F | ISO 75-1/-2 |
| Temperature of Deflection Under Load B (0.45 Mpa) | 401 | °F | ISO 75-1/-2 |
| Vicat Softening Temperature A (10 N, 50 K/h) | 635 | °F | ISO 306 |
| Vicat Softening Temperature B (50 N, 50 K/h) | 581 | °F | ISO 306 |
Table 4 of 6
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk Density (Powder) | 250 | g/l | EN ISO 60 |
| Particle Size D(50) | 60 | μm | ISO 13320, DIN ISO 8130-13 |
Table 5 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Volume Flow Rate (at 716°F, 11lb) | 11 | cm³/10min | ISO 1133 |
Table 6 of 6
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burning Behavior (at Thickness 0.1260 in.) | V-0 | class | IEC 60695-11-10 |
