Ultem® 2300 PEI, 30% Glass Reinforced (polyetherimid), Rod - as manufactured by Ensinger is an extruded 30% glass reinforced polyetherimid. It is an amorphous, high-performance polymer with exceptional flame and heat resistance. It performs continuously to 340° F (171°C), making it ideal for high strength/high heat applications, and those requiring consistent dielectric properties over wide frequency.

Ultem® 2300 is hydrolysis resistant, highly resistant to acidic solutions and capable of withstanding multiple autoclaving cycles. Ultem is commonly machined into parts for reusable medical devices, analytical instrumentation, electrical/electronic insulators and a variety of structural components requiring high strength and rigidity at elevated temperatures.

Ultem® 2300 provides greater rigidity and improved dimensional stability while maintaining many of the useful characteristics of unfilled Ultem (Ultem® 1000). Ultem commonly is machined into parts for reusable medical devices, analytical instrumentation, electrical/electronic devices and a variety of structural components requiring high strength and rigidity at elevated temperatures.

Ultem® resin is manufactured by SABIC Inovative Plastics.

Note on Ultem® 2300 Color: The natural color of glass-filled Ultem's run from a beige to greenish brown or shades of gray and cannot be guaranteed from lot to lot.

Engineering specifications for Ultem® 2300 Rod Products are:

• Tensile Strength – 17,000 psi
• Compressive Strength – 32,000 psi
• Water Absorption (saturation) – 0.18%
• Continuous Service Temperature - 340° deg. F
• Resistant to Alcohols, Inorganic Salt Solutions, Steam, Alkalies (weak), Acids (weak), Continuous sunlight, Ethers
• Flammability rating UL94:V0
• See Data Sheet for detailed and additional information

Engineering Notes:

Since Ultem® is an amorphous material, selection of appropriate non-aromatic coolants during machining is important. Care must also be used in selecting adhesives and designing press fit components to avoid stress cracking. Ultem is not designed for use in bearing and wear applications. For expert machining and bonding of Ultem parts contact Eastern Plastics, Inc.