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Glossary » Materials » Polymers » Polyphthalamide » 40% Mineral Reinforced, Heat Stablized
40% Mineral Reinforced, Heat Stablized PTA is a subcategory of Polyphthalamide. The additative is added by weight during the manufacturing process. Its flexural modulus ranges from 1150 to 1200 MPa. Its flexural strength ranges from 28000 to 29800 MPa. Its Izod Impact strength ranges from 0.7 to 0.9 J/cm. Its specific gravity ranges from 1.54 to 1.57. Its coefficient of thermal expansion ranges from 3.8 to 4.1 x 10-6/°C.
Polyphthalamide, also known as PTA, is a thermoplastic polycondensate.
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Other common Polyphthalamide (PTA) include Extra Tough PTA, 45% Glass Reinforced PTA, 33% Glass Reinforced, V-0 PTA, 40% Mineral Reinforced PTA, 40% Glass / Mineral Reinforced, Heat Stablized PTA, 50% Glass / Mineral Reinforced, V-0 PTA, 51% Glass / Mineral Reinforced PTA, 15% Glass Reinforced PTA, 15% Glass Reinforced, V-0 PTA, 45% Glass Reinforced, V-0 PTA, and 40% Glass / Mineral Reinforced PTA.
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