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InStruc® FRPBTGF17
instruc frpbtgf17 is a 17% glass fiber reinforced, flame retardant, polybutylene terephthalate (pbt). used in injection molding, this grade has excellent chemical resistance and a ul94 v0 @ 0.04in (0.9mm) and v0 @ 0.12in (3.0mm). this material is well suited for electrical applications including connectors, relays, and bobbins. instruc frpbtgf17 can also be used in automotive and consumer products.
Features
FilledGood Dimensional StabilityHigh StiffnessHigh Strength
Applications
Automotive ApplicationsBattery CasesConnectorsConsumer ApplicationsElectrical/Electronic ApplicationsEngineering PartsHousehold GoodsHousingsIndustrial ApplicationsIndustrial PartsSemiconductor Applications
Product Information
Polymer Type
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Processing Methods
Injection Molding
Availability
Africa & Middle EastAsia PacificEuropeLatin AmericaNorth America
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