Applications

Aerospace environments (aircraft, spacecraft, satellites) are highly demanding in rubber and plastics. 

Characteristics of Aerospace Application:

✤ Extreme Temperatures: From -60°C (-76°F) at altitude to +200°C (392°F+) near engines/electronics.

✤ High Stress/Vibration: Constant forces during flight.

✤ Weight Critical: Every gram counts for fuel efficiency.

✤ Harsh Chemicals: Exposure to fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids, de-icers.

✤ High Vacuum/UV Radiation: Especially in space applications.

✤ Flammability Concerns: Strict fire/smoke/toxicity regulations.

✤l Ultra-High Reliability: Failure is not an option; long service life required.

Materials must handle the following properties:

Key Property Requirements:

✤ High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Strong but very light.

✤ Exceptional Thermal Stability: Doesn't melt or become brittle at operating extremes.

✤ Chemical Resistance: Immune to jet fuel, oils, hydraulic fluid, etc.

✤ Low Outgassing: Minimal release of gases (critical in vacuum/space).

✤ Flame Retardancy: Self-extinguishing, low smoke, low toxicity.

✤ Low Moisture Absorption: Prevents dimensional changes/property loss.

✤ Excellent Electrical Insulation: Even in harsh conditions.

✤ Dimensional Stability: Maintains shape/size under stress, temp, humidity.

✤ Low Friction/Wear Resistance: For bearings and moving parts.

✤ Fatigue Resistance: Withstands repeated stress cycles.

Recommended Materials for Aerospace application:

    PTFE (Teflon): King of Seals & Low Friction. Gaskets, seals, bearings, wire insulation, non-stick coatings. (Sheets, Rods, Tubes, Films)

    PEEK: High-Performance Workhorse. Structural brackets, wire insulation, seals (high-temp), bearing cages, fluid handling parts. (Sheets, Rods, Tubes)

    Polyimide: Extreme Heat & Electrical. Bushings, bearings, insulators, thermal shields, flexible circuitry (Kapton film). (Sheets, Rods, Films)

    UHMWPE: Tough & Wear-Resistant. Chute liners, wear strips, low-load bearings. (Sheets, Rods)

    Epoxy Glass (G10/FR4): Strong Insulator. Circuit boards, structural insulators, radomes (specific grades). (Sheets, Tubes, Profiles)

    Phenolic Cotton (Phenolic Linen): Classic Insulator & Bearing. Bushings, knobs, terminal boards. (Sheets, Rods, Tubes)

    Nylon (Specific Grades): Tough & Wear-Resistant. Gears, bushings, cable ties, fasteners (if reinforced/modified). (Sheets, Rods, Tubes)

    Acrylic (PMMA): Windows & Lighting. Cabin windows (inner layers), light covers, interior signs. (Sheets, Tubes)

    PC (Polycarbonate): Impact-Resistant Windows. Canopies, helmet visors, bulletproof windows (laminated). (Sheets)

    PET : Insulating Film. Capacitors, wire wrap, thermal blankets (metalized). (Films/Sheets)

Our material specialist would help identify the right solutions for your application. Please kindly let us know your detailed requirements. We will get back to you soonest possible.