Polysulfone

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:plastic
polymer
gptkbp:application Medical devices
Automotive parts
Food processing equipment
Electrical and electronic components
Membranes for water treatment
gptkbp:brand gptkb:PES
gptkb:Radel
gptkb:Udel
gptkbp:chemicalFormula (C15H16O2S)n
gptkbp:color Amber
gptkbp:containsElement gptkb:Oxygen
gptkb:Carbon
gptkb:Hydrogen
gptkb:Sulfur
gptkbp:density 1.24 g/cm³
gptkbp:discoveredBy gptkb:Union_Carbide
gptkbp:discoveredIn 1960
gptkbp:FDAApproved Yes
gptkbp:flammability Self-extinguishing
gptkbp:glassTransitionTemperature 185°C
gptkbp:hasMonomerUnit gptkb:Bisphenol_A
gptkb:Dichlorodiphenyl_sulfone
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Polysulfone
gptkbp:hydrolysisResistance High
gptkbp:meltingPoint 343°C
gptkbp:processor Blow molding
Injection molding
Extrusion
gptkbp:property Transparency
Biocompatibility
Good chemical resistance
High mechanical strength
High thermal stability
gptkbp:resistantTo Detergents
Acids
Bases
Oxidizing agents
gptkbp:reusable Yes
gptkbp:solubility Insoluble in water
Soluble in some organic solvents
gptkbp:usedIn scientific instrument
Aircraft interiors
Dialysis membranes
Hot water fittings
Plumbing components
Sterilization trays
gptkbp:UVResistance Moderate
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:PSE
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5