TORLON 4203 & 4301
| Characteristics | Typical Applications |
|---|---|
| High strength | Bearings |
| Chemical resistance | Thrust Washers |
| High temperature capability | Valve Seats |
| Dimensional stability | Piston Rings |
| Low wear rate | Pump/Compressor Vanes |
| Good electrical properties | Insulators |
| Radiation resistant | Ball Bearing Cages |
| Mechanical Linkages |
Torlon is a polyamide-imide resin with exceptional physical and chemical properties that can withstand continuous exposure to temperatures -190°C to 260°C. Torlon provides better compressive strength and higher deflection temperature than most other high performance thermoplastics and its low coefficient of thermal expansion and high creep resistance leads to excellent dimensional stability.
Chemically, Torlon is resistant to attack by aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons, chlorined and fluorinated hydrocarbons and most inorganic salts and acid solutions. Torlon 4203 has the best impact performance and optimum mechanical properties. Electrical performance is also superior. Torlon 4301 contains additives (such as graphite) designed to increase wear life. It also has superior bearing performance.