PBT (polybutylene terephthalate)

URI: https://gptkb.org/entity/PBT_(polybutylene_terephthalate)
GPTKB entity
Statements (35)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf thermoplastic polyester
gptkbp:biodegradable no
gptkbp:brand gptkb:Celanex
gptkb:Ultradur
gptkb:Valox
gptkbp:canBeReinforcedWith minerals
glass fiber
gptkbp:chemicalFormula (C12H12O4)n
gptkbp:color white
gptkbp:density 1.31 g/cm³
gptkbp:discoveredBy ICI (Imperial Chemical Industries)
gptkbp:discoveredIn 1970
gptkbp:flammability self-extinguishing
gptkbp:glassTransitionTemperature 45°C
gptkbp:hardness gptkb:Rockwell_M_94
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label PBT (polybutylene terephthalate)
gptkbp:meltingPoint 223°C
gptkbp:polymerType engineering plastic
gptkbp:processor extrusion
injection molding
blow molding
gptkbp:relatedTo PET (polyethylene terephthalate)
gptkbp:resistantTo chemicals
heat
solvents
gptkbp:tensileStrength 50–60 MPa
gptkbp:usedFor electronic components
automotive parts
fiber production
electrical insulation
household appliance parts
gptkbp:UVResistance moderate
gptkbp:waterAbsorption low
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Speedo_Endurance+
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6