PP-POLYPROPENE 

PP is a semi-crystalline, thermoplastic polymer with properties similar to PE. They both belong to the olefinic plastics group, which is a paraffin hydrocarbon with a smooth, slightly greasy surface. PP is available both as a homopolymer and copolymer.
 
Chemical designation:
 Polypropylene
 
Abbreviation: 
PP
 
Natural colour, additives:
 Grey (RAL 7032), black and white
 
Supplied as:
• Round rod
• Sheets
• Pressure pipe
• Pipe components
• Ventilation pipes and square tubing, profiles, welding wire etc.
• End products, machined or injection moulded
 
Principal properties:
• Excellent dielectric properties
• Low density
• Excellent resistance to chemicals
• Excellent slide properties
• Excellent welding properties
• Difficult to glue
• High fatigue strength
• Great temperature resistance
• Mechanical and electrical properties maintained even when exposed to water
 
Applications:

Machine and vehicle production, transport and feeding technology, electrical engineering, precision engineering, plumbing, household machines, food technology and medical technology.
 
Examples of use:
• Fan rotors
• Door handles
• Instrument panels
• Steering wheels
• Covers for kitchen appliances
• Vehicle parts
• Pharmaceutical packaging
• Containers
• Pump components
• Pipes and pipe sections
PP-POLYPROPENE,
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Technical information
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