PAI (Polyamide-imide) is an imidized thermoplastic material, with a continuous use temperature range of up to 500° F (260° C).
Benefits of PAI (Polyamide-imide)
Highly temperature resistant
Static dissipative grades available
Filled grades available – carbon and glass
Bearing grade available
Electrical grade available
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Common Applications
Aerospace
Automotive
Bearings & Bushings
Bus & Rail
Chemical Processing
Electrical Applications
Enclosures
Gaskets & Seals
Heavy Equipment
Machine Shops
Oil & Gas
Semiconductors & Electronics
Valves & Fittings
Physical Properties
| Units | ASTM Test | PAI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength @ break @ 73°F | psi | D638 | 10,000 – 23,000 |
| Flexural modulus @ 73°F | psi | D790 | 600,000 – 2,500,000 |
| Izod impact (notched) | ft-lbs/in of notch | D256 | 0.5 – 2.5 |
| Water absorption @ 73°F – 24 hours | % | D570 | 0.17 – 0.35 |
| Coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) | (in/in F) | D696 | 0.8E-5 to 2.0E-5 |
* Technical Data is provided courtesy of UL Prospector (www.ulprospector.com) and IAPD (www.IAPD.org).
Data is to be considered representative and is provided for guidance only. All product performance must be verified by the user under actual application conditions.
