POM-POLYOXYMETHYLENE 

POM is a semi-crystalline, thermoplastic, highly rigid and tough construction polymer, ideal for machining and highly versatile in applications. POM is also available in modified forms with, for example, around 10% ultra-high molecular PE added (see technical values).
 
Chemical designation:
Polyoxymethylene (copolymer)
 
Abbreviation:
 POM-C
 
Natural colour, additives:
 White, black
 
Supplied as:
• Round rod
• Sheets
• Hollow bars
• Profiles
• Film
• End products, machined or injection moulded
 
Principal properties:
• Excellent electrical insulation
• Stable and rigid
• Tough
• Easy to work with, can be polished
• Low friction coefficient
• Difficult to glue
• Excellent welding properties
• Resistant to hot water, some diluted acids, cleaning agents and many solvents
 
Applications:

Machine and vehicle manufacture, transport and feeding technology, electrical engineering, precision engineering, food technology and medical technology.
 
Examples of use:
• Gear wheels
• Slide bearings
• Slide rails
• Plugs
• Fitment holders
• Insulators
• Machine components
• Rollers
• Stirring and kneading tools
• Seals
POM-POLYOXYMETHYLENE

Technical information
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