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Basic Concepts and Classification

Plastic is a polymer-based material that offers advantages such as low weight, chemical resistance, and cost efficiency. Engineering plastics and high-performance plastics such as PA, POM, PEEK, PET, and PTFE provide reliable solutions for critical applications requiring high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
General-purpose industrial plastics are materials that offer a balance between cost and performance. Engineering plastics, such as PA, POM, and PEEK, are preferred for applications requiring high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Technical plastics are specialized materials designed to meet specific strength and machinability requirements in industrial applications. They are widely used in machine manufacturing, conveyor systems, and packaging machinery.
Engineering plastics are specialized materials used in technical applications requiring high mechanical strength and wear resistance. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK provide long-lasting and reliable performance in machine manufacturing, conveyor systems, and packaging machinery.
Plastic materials consist of polymer resin, performance-enhancing additives, and reinforcement elements such as fibers. In engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK, these components are critical factors that determine service life by providing high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Thermoplastics, including CNC-machinable engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK, can be reshaped when heated. Thermoset plastics cannot be reshaped after curing and are mainly preferred for fixed applications requiring high form stability.
Plastics can be identified based on their response to heat, burning and odor characteristics, and the chip formation generated during machining. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, PET, PE, PP, PEEK, and PPS can also be distinguished in the field by their machining behavior, surface quality, and mechanical properties.
Semi-crystalline plastics offer high mechanical strength and wear resistance due to their ordered molecular structure. PA, POM, PET, PE, and PEEK are examples of this group. Amorphous plastics provide better dimensional stability and surface quality due to their disordered molecular structure. PC, PSU, and PPSU belong to this category.
Unreinforced plastics offer higher flexibility and good machinability, whereas reinforced grades provide increased rigidity through fiber reinforcement. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK are available in both forms to meet industrial requirements involving high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Fiber-reinforced plastics provide metal-like mechanical strength and rigidity through fiber reinforcement. Glass-reinforced PA (Polyamide) and carbon-reinforced PEEK deliver superior performance in load-bearing industrial systems.
The right plastic material should be selected according to the operating temperature, mechanical load, and chemical conditions. Choosing the correct material from engineering and high-performance plastics such as PA (Polyamide), PET, POM, PVDF, and PEEK improves component life and system efficiency.
The choice between plastic and metal should be based on operating conditions such as temperature, load, and chemical exposure. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK can provide lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and maintenance-free alternatives to metal.
Incorrect plastic selection can lead to premature wear, deformation, and unplanned production downtime. Selecting the right engineering plastics, such as PA (Polyamide), POM, PET, and PEEK, helps reduce maintenance and operating costs.
Mechanical strength, temperature resistance, and chemical resistance should be evaluated when selecting a plastic. Choosing a material with the appropriate technical properties from engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, PET, and PEEK, improves system reliability and component life.
Selecting the correct replacement plastic can reduce total operating costs by accelerating production and extending component life. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK can provide more economical and efficient alternatives to metal in suitable applications.
High-performance plastics are specialized materials that retain their properties under high temperatures, chemical exposure, and mechanical loads. Depending on the application, high-performance plastics such as PEEK, PTFE, PAI, PI, and PBI can be safely used at temperatures above 200°C.
PVC is a durable, electrically insulating, and cost-effective thermoplastic widely used in low-temperature chemical applications such as pipes, tanks, and cable insulation.
PA is a thermoplastic that offers high strength, wear resistance, and low friction. Although it absorbs moisture, its impact resistance makes it widely suitable for gears, bushings, and moving machine components.
Compared with PA6, PA66 offers higher strength, better heat resistance, and lower moisture absorption, whereas PA6 provides higher impact resistance, better processability, and greater toughness.
PEI is a high-performance thermoplastic that offers high-temperature resistance, strength, and dimensional stability. Its electrical insulation and flame-retardant properties make it suitable for sensitive electronic and industrial components.
POM is a hard and machinable thermoplastic that is preferred as an alternative to metal in precision components such as gears, bushings, and bearings due to its low friction, wear resistance, and dimensional stability.
With its dimensional stability, low friction, and wear resistance, POM is ideal for gears and bushings. Its low moisture absorption enables it to maintain its shape and deliver long-term performance under demanding conditions.
POM-H is preferred for heavily loaded components due to its high strength and hardness, whereas POM-C is preferred in food and medical applications because of its chemical resistance and resistance to hot water.
PEEK is a high-performance engineering plastic that can replace metal in certain applications due to its high-temperature, chemical, and mechanical resistance. It delivers superior performance under demanding operating conditions.
PP is a thermoplastic preferred for tanks, process equipment, and laboratory applications due to its low density, good chemical resistance, and cost-effectiveness. It is suitable for moderate-temperature applications.
PP is an ideal thermoplastic for applications requiring moderate mechanical and temperature performance in industries such as chemical processing, food, automotive, and construction, thanks to its chemical resistance, low weight, and cost-effectiveness.
PET is an engineering plastic used in technical and electrical components requiring high rigidity, dimensional stability, and low moisture absorption.
Composite materials are formed by combining different materials to achieve high strength and low weight.
Epoxy composites are used in various sectors because they provide high mechanical strength and dimensional stability.
Reinforced fiber materials combine low weight, high rigidity, and strength. They are used in the automotive, aerospace, energy, and machine-manufacturing industries.
PVDF is a fluoropolymer preferred for chemical fluid handling and high-purity process applications due to its high chemical resistance, low permeability, and reliable performance.
PE is a versatile engineering plastic used in food-processing equipment and chemical applications due to its impact resistance, chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, and low friction. It is available in grades such as PE300, PE500, and PE1000.
PTFE is a high-performance fluoropolymer used in seals, bearings, and chemical process applications due to its extremely low friction, excellent chemical resistance, and wide operating temperature range.
PTFE sheet is a plastic material capable of withstanding high temperatures. However, in applications involving mechanical loads, temperature resistance and mechanical strength must be evaluated together.
Cast PA is an engineering plastic that offers high mechanical strength and wear resistance. Compared with standard PA (Polyamide), it is more advantageous for large-sized machine components and parts subjected to heavy mechanical loads.
PI (Polyimide) and PBI (Polybenzimidazole) are high-performance plastics used at very high temperatures. PEEK, PTFE, PAI, PI, and PBI are preferred in critical applications in the aerospace, semiconductor, and glass industries that require high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
UHMW-PE (PE1000) is an engineering plastic preferred for conveyors, sliding surfaces, and wear components due to its extremely high wear and impact resistance, low friction, and self-lubricating properties.
UHMW-PE (PE1000) offers superior wear, impact, and friction resistance compared with HDPE (PE300). HDPE is more suitable for economical and lightweight applications, whereas UHMW-PE is ideal for systems exposed to intensive friction.
PA offers high impact resistance and load capacity, making it suitable for dynamic applications; however, it absorbs moisture. POM, with its low friction and dimensionally stable structure that is less affected by moisture, is more suitable for precision sliding components.
PTFE stands out with its excellent heat and chemical resistance but is more prone to deformation under load. PEEK is more suitable for load-bearing applications because it retains its mechanical strength at high temperatures.
PAI is a high-end amorphous high-performance plastic capable of withstanding extreme temperatures . With its superior wear and fatigue resistance, it provides high mechanical strength and wear resistance in critical components such as unlubricated bearings, bushings, and valves.
PPS is a high-performance plastic known for its high-temperature and chemical resistance. It is preferred in the automotive, chemical, electrical and electronics, and energy industries for applications requiring high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
PVDF is a high-performance plastic known for its high chemical resistance and low permeability. It provides reliable solutions in valves, pumps, and piping systems used in the chemical, pharmaceutical, water-treatment, and energy industries, where high mechanical strength and wear resistance are required.
PSU is a stable technical plastic used in medical devices, hot-water systems, and electronic housings due to its high-temperature and hydrolysis resistance, transparent structure, and sterilization compatibility.
PUR is a versatile technical plastic that offers high elasticity and wear resistance. It is widely used in conveyor systems, machine components, and impact-absorbing applications.
The glass transition temperature, or Tg, is the point at which a plastic transitions from a rigid state to a more flexible state. High-performance plastics such as PEEK and PAI remain stable due to their high Tg values, while this value must be carefully evaluated in engineering plastics such as PA and POM to ensure high mechanical strength.
The melting point is the temperature at which a plastic begins to melt, whereas the operating temperature is the temperature range in which it can be used safely. Material selection for high-performance plastics such as PEEK and PEI, as well as engineering plastics such as PA and POM, should be based on the operating temperature.
UHMW-PE, POM, and Cast PA are among the plastics with high wear resistance. Under high temperatures and mechanical loads, PEEK and PAI are more prominent.
PTFE is one of the plastics with the highest chemical resistance. PVDF and PEEK may be preferred when mechanical strength is also required.
PBI and PI are among the plastics capable of withstanding the highest temperatures. In industrial applications, PEEK, PAI, and PPS provide balanced solutions for high-temperature service.
POM, PET, PEEK, and PAI are among the plastics suitable for high-compression applications. Materials with high creep resistance should be selected for long-term exposure to pressure.
PET, PEI, PSU, and PEEK are among the plastics with excellent electrical insulation properties. High-performance plastics should be preferred for applications operating at elevated temperatures.
Thermal expansion is the dimensional change that occurs in a plastic as a result of temperature variations. When selecting engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide) and POM, or high-performance plastics such as PEEK the coefficient of thermal expansion must be considered to ensure dimensional stability.
UHMW-PE, PC, and PA are among the plastics with high impact resistance. These plastics provide reliable performance under low-temperature and demanding operating conditions.
Plastic density is the mass per unit volume that influences the material’s weight and mechanical characteristics. Engineering and high-performance plastics such as POM, PEEK, and PAI can provide high mechanical strength and wear resistance; however, their density must be evaluated as part of the overall material selection.
The coefficient of friction determines a plastic’s wear and sliding performance. Engineering plastics such as POM, PTFE, and PEEK provide longer service life through low friction, together with high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Moisture absorption refers to the uptake of moisture by a plastic, which can alter its dimensional stability and mechanical performance. Dimensional tolerances may change in moisture-absorbing materials such as PA (Polyamide), whereas engineering plastics such as POM, PEEK, and PPS offer more stable performance due to their low moisture absorption.
Tensile strength is the maximum stress a plastic can withstand before failure. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, PEEK, and PAI can be safely used in components requiring high mechanical strength and wear resistance due to their high tensile strength.
Plastic materials may gradually deform when subjected to continuous loads. Engineering and high-performance plastics such as POM, PA (Polyamide), PEEK, PPS, and PAI help reduce this effect and provide extended service life.
Plastics intended for outdoor use should be resistant to UV radiation, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. PE, UHMW-PE, PVDF, and PEEK are among the materials suitable for such applications.
UHMW-PE, PVDF, and PTFE are among the plastics with good seawater resistance. PEEK may be preferred when mechanical loads are also present.
Freezing and thawing can cause cracking and dimensional changes in certain plastics. PEEK and other engineering plastics designed for low-temperature service provide more reliable performance under these conditions.
Engineering plastics such as PA, POM, PPS, PC, and PEEK are widely used in the automotive industry. Material selection depends on the temperature, load, and friction conditions of the component.
Plastics such as PEEK, PEI, PSU, and UHMW-PE are preferred in medical devices and moving components due to their biocompatibility, sterilization resistance, and dimensional stability.
POM, PA, Cast PA, PET, and UHMW-PE are among the most frequently used materials in machine manufacturing. PEEK and PAI are preferred for more demanding operating conditions.
PA, PE, UHMW-PE, and POM are widely used in agricultural machinery. Engineering plastics that provide high mechanical strength and wear resistance under dusty conditions and mechanical loads improve the performance of critical components in this sector.
UHMW-PE is the most commonly used material in conveyor systems and packaging machinery. Depending on the application conditions, engineering plastics such as POM, PA, and PEEK may be selected for high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
POM provides low friction and dimensional precision in gears and bushings, while PA offers high impact and load resistance. PEEK and PAI are preferred for the most demanding operating conditions.
POM, PA, and UHMW-PE are the most commonly used plastics in bearing and bushing applications. PEEK and PAI are preferred for high-temperature and severe operating conditions.
Plastics that generate low levels of particles and are easy to clean should be preferred in cleanroom applications. PEEK, POM, PET, and PVDF are suitable for such environments.
Certified, safe, and low-emission plastics such as PE, PP, UHMW-PE, POM, PET, and PEEK are preferred in the food industry.
PTFE, PVDF, PEEK, and PPS are preferred for their high chemical resistance in chemical plants, while PE and PP are used in storage and handling applications involving less severe conditions.
Cast PA and UHMW-PE are widely used in heavy load-bearing systems. PEEK and PAI are preferred under high temperatures and continuous mechanical stress.
PAI is preferred in the aerospace and defense industries because it maintains its dimensional stability under high temperatures and continuous mechanical loads. It provides long-lasting and reliable performance in critical and precision components.
PPS is widely used around engines and in electrical components in the automotive industry. Its high-temperature and chemical resistance provide reliable performance in critical components.
Yes, PSU can be used in medical applications. Its resistance to steam sterilization and chemical cleaning makes it suitable for medical devices.
Fiber materials are ideal for applications requiring high strength and low weight. They are preferred in systems where mechanical load-bearing capacity and dimensional stability are critical.
Plastic materials are processed using CNC turning and milling, methods. Engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK can provide high surface quality and extended component life when machined correctly.
Plastic turning and milling are machining processes used for engineering plastics. Materials such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK enable the precise manufacture of components such as gears and bushings that require high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Dimensional deviation during plastic machining may result from heat, moisture, or incorrect machining parameters. Proper machining of engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, PEEK, and PPS helps maintain dimensional accuracy as well as mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Plastic rods are preferred for bushings, shafts, and rollers, whereas sheets are used for plates and guide rails. Selecting the correct semi-finished form of engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK reduces cost and improves machining efficiency.
Thermoplastics such as PE, PP, and PVDF can be welded. For engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK, mechanical fastening is generally preferred. These materials are mechanically joined to maintain dimensional stability in applications requiring high mechanical strength and wear resistance.
Injection molding is used for the mass production of complex components, whereas extrusion converts engineering plastics such as PA (Polyamide), POM, and PEEK into rods or sheets. These semi-finished products are then converted into their final shapes through CNC machining in machine-manufacturing processes.