Originally designed for the automotive and aerospace industries, these PAEK and carbon fiber sheets are a substitute for metal because they’re as light as aluminum and as strong as a nickel alloy. Their combination of high strength, light weight, chemical resistance, and thermal properties is unusual for a composite. High tension won’t break them apart and extreme compression won’t shrink or crack them. They’re also stiff and withstand abrasions and dents from heavy loads. Cleaning and degreasing chemicals, such as acetone and isopropyl alcohol, won’t damage them. Unlike most composites, they’re recyclable too.

Form these sheets into the shapes you need using heat and pressure. Compared to PEEK composites, they don’t need as high of a curing temperature to thermoform them, so they save you time and energy. Different from composites made with adhesives and epoxies, which you must machine, layer, and cure, you can repeatedly and quickly heat and form these sheets without hurting their strength or chemical resistance. However, they will soften if the operating temperature exceeds 500° F—a higher maximum temperature than other thermoformable composites.

Ideal for demanding applications, these PEEK sheets stand up to stress, friction, and heat that would cause other materials to chip, crack, or warp. They also withstand chemical exposure. Use them to create precision semiconductor components, such as wafer carriers and test fixtures. They’re also great for fabricating structural brackets for aerospace environments.

In addition to offering excellent chemical resistance, this PEEK film is strong and wear resistant.

When precision is needed, these PEEK plastic sheets can be machined to exact specifications because they contain ceramic filler. They’re a great choice for contact plates and electronic testing fixtures, both of which require intricate detail and thin cross sections. They also perform well in semiconductor fabrication, vacuum systems, and high-temperature electrical applications.

If a piece breaks off, there’s no need to worry that it will contaminate your food- or pharmaceutical-processing line. These PEEK bars contain additives that trigger metal detectors and are visible on X-ray systems for easy identification and removal. Their bright blue color provides an additional visual check to support compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) programs. They’re also FDA compliant for direct contact with food.

While standard PEEK bars are built for high-precision and structural applications, these PEEK bars are designed for environments where high hygiene standards are critical. They resist cracking, chipping, or flaking from bumps, scrapes, or impact. They’ll also withstand high-temperature steam and clean-in-place (CIP) cycles with harsh cleaners and sanitizers. Use them for guide rails and wear strips in food- and pharmaceutical-processing equipment.

In addition to the same wear and heat resistance as standard PEEK sheets, these sheets also protect sensitive components and processes from static discharge. They withstand acids, solvents, and other chemicals used in wet manufacturing processes, so they’re great for test fixtures, electronic enclosures, and carrier plates. They’re often used in aerospace and semiconductor applications, where control over static electricity is critical.