Ultem

GPTKB entity

Statements (47)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:plastic
polymer
gptkbp:biocompatible yes
gptkbp:canBeSterilizedBy ethylene oxide
gamma radiation
steam autoclave
gptkbp:chemicalClass polyetherimide
gptkbp:chemicalResistance high
gptkbp:color amber
transparent
gptkbp:density 1.27 g/cm³
gptkbp:flameRetardant yes
gptkbp:glassTransitionTemperature 217°C
gptkbp:halogenFree yes
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ultem
gptkbp:introducedIn 1982
gptkbp:ISOStandard ISO 1043-1:PEI
gptkbp:mainMonomer m-phenylenediamine
bisphenol A dianhydride
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Electric
gptkb:SABIC
gptkbp:marketedAs gptkb:SABIC_Innovative_Plastics
gptkbp:meltingPoint 217°C
gptkbp:notableFor dimensional stability
high heat resistance
high strength
low outgassing
creep resistance
low smoke generation
gptkbp:processor extrusion
injection molding
3D printing (FDM)
gptkbp:reusable limited
gptkbp:RoHSCompliant yes
gptkbp:tensileStrength 110 MPa
gptkbp:tradeNameOf polyetherimide
gptkbp:UL94Rating gptkb:V-0
gptkbp:usedIn aerospace
automotive
3D printing
medical devices
electrical components
food processing equipment
gptkbp:UVResistance moderate
gptkbp:waterAbsorption 0.25% (24h)
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:GE_Advanced_Materials
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8