Information

Chemical ResistancePhysical PropertiesRatings and Approvals
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
This material is a thermoplastic
polyester material designed for indoor
applications.It is rated for use up to
257°F and will tolerate short-term
exposure up to 446°F. Colors: Black,
White and Gray.
-94°F
(-70°C)
to
257°F
(125°C)
HB
500°F
(260°C)
— 1.39
100,000
(D876)
0.08%
Resistant
to
some solvents
Resistant to
most weak
bases
Resistant
Some
Discoloration
Flame Retardant Polyethylene*
Terephthalate (PET)
This material is a self-extinguishing
thermoplastic polyester that can be
used indoors. It is also rated for use
up to 257°F and will tolerate short term
exposure up to 446°F. It is provided
with tracers to identify the flame
retardant material.
-94°F
(-70°C)
to
257°F
(125°C)
UL 1441
VW–1
469°F
(243°C)
— 1.39
39,295
(D876)
0.08%
Resistant
to
some solvents
Resistant
to
most
weak
bases
Resistant
Resistant
Some
Discoloration
Black Polypropylene
Lowest cost material is for use up
to 122°F.
Other colors may be available.
-40°F
(-40°C) to
122°F(50°C)
HB — —
0.926 –
0.940
1500
(D638)
—
Resistant
except
to
halogenated
hydrocarbons
Resistant Resistant
Resistant
No
Discoloration
Nylon 6
Nylon is a strong, impact modified,
heat stabilized, durable high abrasion
resistant material.
-40°F
(-40°C)
to
230°F
(110°C)
HB
410°F
(211°C)
—
1.06 –
1.16
8000
(D638)
—
Resistant
except
to
halogenated
hydrocarbons
Resistant Not recommended
Resistant
No
Discoloration
PVC Non-Shrink Tubing*
This material provides insulation
and protection for continuous use
at temperature -4°F (-20°C) to
221°F(105°C).
-4°F
(-20°C)
to
221°F
(105°C)
UL 224
VW-1
— — 1.35
2500
(D876)
—
Resistant
except to
aromatic
hydrocarbons,
ketones and
esters
Resistant Resistant
Resistant
No
Discoloration
Black Polyethylene
Lowest cost material is for use
up to 122°F.
Other colors may be available.
-40°F
(-40°C)
to
122°F
(50°C)
UL94
HB
— — 1.04
3,900
(D638)
0.02 –
0.03%
Resistant
except to
halogenated
hydrocarbons
Resistant
Resistant
except to
oxidizing
acids
Resistant
Some
Discoloration
Natural Polyethylene
Lowest cost material for indoor use
up to 122° F.
Natural is available in all sizes.
-40°F
(-40°C)
to
122°F
(50°C)
HB
239°F
(115°C)
22 mg
0.91 –
1.09
1400
(D638)
—
Resistant
below 140°F
(60°C) except
to chlorinated
solvents
Resistant
Resistant
except to
oxidizing
acids
Some
Discoloration
Weather Resistant Polyethylene
This material has the same
properties as natural polyethylene,
and also has additives which allow
it to resist the effects of ultraviolet
light and acid rain in an outdoor
environment. This product is
available in black only.
-40°F
(-40°C)
to
122°F
(50°C)
HB
239°F
(115°C)
20 mg
0.93 –
1.09
2000
(D638)
0.03%
Resistant
below 140°F
(60°C) except
to chlorinated
solvents
Resistant
Resistant
except to
oxidizing
acids
No
Discoloration
Flame Retardant Polyethylene*
UL94-V-0 Rating
This material is self-extinguishing
and passes the UL94 flame
retardant test with a V-0 rating.
-4°F
(-20°C)
to
167°F
(75°C)
V–0
270°F
(132°C)
22 mg
1.23 –
1.37
1200 0.02%
Resistant
below 194°F
(90°C) except
to chlorinated
solvents
Resistant
Resistant
except to
oxidizing
acids
Some
Discoloration
Nylon
Nylon is strong, durable,
self-extinguishing material for
indoor use up to 149°F. It offers
a combination of lightweight, wide
temperature range, and high abrasion
resistance. This material is suitable for
applications where heavy vibration or
stress exists on the wiring or tubing.
-40°F
(-40°C)
to
149°F
(65°C)
V–2
491°F
(255°C)
7 mg
1.03 –
1.15
12,400
(D638)
1.5%
Resistant
except to
phenols and
formic acid
Resistant
Resistant
to most
weak
acids
No
Discoloration
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Note: Typical operating temperature ranges are extended based on end use application and specific environment tests.
*Contains halogens. Other materials are halogen free.
UL
Temperature
Index
Flammability
(UL 94)
Melting
Temperature
Abrasion
Resistance
(Lower number
is better)
Specific Gravity
(D792)
Minimum Tensile
@23°C (psi)
Water Absorption
(Max. 24 hrs.)
Organic
Solvents
Alkalies
Acids
Petro-Chemicals
GROMMET EDGING
PVC
CLT FITTINGS
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Materials
Technical Data
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