AKU®-CETAL POM-ELS SHEETS a POM-C variant with improved electrical conductivity

Polyoxymethylene

POM, also known as polyacetal or acetal, is an engineering thermoplastic with excellent mechanical properties.

Properties of POM:

• Mechanical strength:
  POM is characterized by high mechanical strength and rigidity. This makes it particularly suitable for applications that require good load-bearing capacity and impact resistance.

• Low friction:
  POM has low friction, which makes it suitable for sliding and bearing applications. This results in less wear and tear and a longer service life for the components.

• Good dimensional stability:
  POM retains good dimensional stability even under changing environmental conditions, such as temperature fluctuations or humidity. This is particularly important for precise and dimensionally stable components.

• Chemical resistance:
  POM is resistant to many chemicals, especially organic solvents. This enables use in applications where there is contact with various substances.

• Good machinability:
  POM is easy to machine, which makes it suitable for various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, extrusion and machining by milling or turning.

• Good electrical insulation:
  As a good insulator, POM is used in electrical applications where reliable insulation is required.

Applications of POM:

POM is used in various sectors, including the automotive industry (e.g. for transmission parts, bearings), electrical industry, household appliances (e.g. gear wheels for dishwashers), medical technology (e.g. for surgical instruments) and general mechanical engineering applications.
Its versatility and excellent properties make POM a popular material in plastics technology.

POM-ESD-FG

Polyoxymethylene (POM) with ESD-FG(Electrostatic Discharge-Fiberglass) is a special variant of POM formulated with a glass fiber filler and additional additives to improve electrostatic discharge properties.

Properties of POM-ESD-FG:

• Electrostatic discharge (ESD):
  The addition of ESD fibres makes POM-ESD-FG electrically conductive and helps to minimize electrostatic discharges. This is particularly important in applications where electrostatic charges could cause damage to electronic components.

• Glass fiber reinforcement:
  The glass fiber reinforcement improves the mechanical properties of POM-ESD-FG, including tensile strength, impact strength and stiffness. This makes it suitable for demanding structural applications.

• Chemical resistance:
  As with conventional POM, POM-ESD-FG is resistant to many chemicals and shows good resistance to solvents and fuels.

• Low water absorption:
  POM-ESD-FG, like unreinforced POM, has low water absorption, which results in stable mechanical properties even under damp conditions.

• Good wear resistance:
  The combination of glass fiber reinforcement and POM properties makes POM-ESD-FG wear-resistant. It is therefore used in applications with high friction or abrasion.

Applications of POM-ESD-FG:

POM-ESD-FG is used in various industries for specific applications, including:

• electronics industry:
  Enclosures, components and equipment where electrostatic discharges must be avoided.

• Automotive industry:
  Electrical components, transmission components, bearings and other parts where ESD protection and high strength are required.

• Mechanical engineering:
  Precision components, bearings, guide elements and other parts in applications with high mechanical loads.

• packaging industry:
  Components of packaging machines where electrostatic discharges are undesirable.

POM-ESD-FG combines the good mechanical properties of POM with the ability to minimize electrostatic discharge, making it a suitable choice in applications where this combination is required.