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Ultem 1000 (PEI) - 0.875" dia x 48 Natural Rod
48 in Rod
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Ultem 1000 (PEI) Natural Rod in 0.875" diameter x 48" long is a high-performance Polyetherimide stock shape engineered for demanding thermal and electrical applications. This PEI rod offers excellent heat resistance, high strength, and reliable dimensional stability, making it a strong choice for precision-machined parts that must perform in elevated-temperature environments.
Specifications
Resin
Ultem 1000
Shape
Rod
Length
48 inPrice
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Typical Properties — Ultem 1000 (PEI) - 0.875" dia x 48 Natural Rod
PeiGeneral
PropertyTest MethodUnitValue
DensityD792lb/in³ / g/cm³0.046 / 1.2
Water absorption (24 / 96 h immersion @ 73°F)ASTM D570mg / %20/41 / 0.26/0.54
Water absorption (Saturation in air @ 73°F, 50% RH)ASTM D570%0.75
Water absorption (Saturation in water @ 73°F)ASTM D570%1.35
Flammability rating (UL 94, 3 / 6 mm thickness)UL 94V-0/V-0
Mechanical
PropertyTest MethodUnitValue
Tensile strength (At yield / break)ASTM D638psi / MPa15,250 / 105
Tensile strain at breakASTM D638%10
Tensile modulusASTM D638psi / MPa493,000 / 3,300
Compressive stress (At 10% nominal strain)ASTM D695psi / MPa22,000 / 150
Rockwell hardnessASTM D785R126
Operating Environment
PropertyTest MethodUnitValue
Thermal conductivity (@ 73°F)ASTM C177Btu·in/ft²·h·°F / W/m·K1.5 / 0.21
Coefficient of thermal expansion (Avg. 73 – 140°F)ASTM D696μin/in/°F / μm/m/°C25 / 45
Coefficient of thermal expansion (Avg. 73 – 212°F)ASTM D696μin/in/°F / μm/m/°C25 / 45
Heat deflection temperature (264 psi (Method A))ASTM D648°F / °C375 / 190
Max service temperature (Short-term)°F / °C390 / 195
Max service temperature (Continuous (5,000 / 20,000 h))°F / °C340 / 170
Electrical
PropertyTest MethodUnitValue
Dielectric strengthASTM D149V/mil / kV/mm685 / 26
Volume resistivityASTM D257Ω·cm>10¹⁴
Surface resistivityASTM D257Ω>10¹³
Typical properties are provided for reference only. Values may vary based on processing conditions, form factor, and lot. Contact Ready Plastics for certified test data.