Material selection is critical to service life, reliability, and safety. Based on Link Upon’s manufacturing and supply experience, the following overview helps you compare engineering plastics by long-term service temperature and typical applications—so you can quickly choose the right material for plastic screws, nuts, and precision parts.
PEEK | Long-term service temperature: approx. 240°C
Key features: Semi-crystalline polymer with high temperature capability, rigidity, creep resistance, and radiation tolerance.
Typical uses: Semiconductor equipment, aerospace, automotive electronics, oil & gas, medical, and food machinery.
PPS | Long-term service temperature: approx. 200°C
Key features: High heat resistance, corrosion resistance, strong mechanical properties, and dimensional stability.
Typical uses: Electronic components, automotive parts, and chemical equipment parts.
PVDF | Long-term service temperature: approx. 150°C
Key features: Fluoropolymer with strong chemical resistance, weatherability, electrical insulation, and low wear.
Typical uses: Acid/alkali processes, semiconductor wet benches, and chemical equipment.
PP | Long-term service temperature: approx. 90°C
Key features: Lightweight, chemical resistance, hydrolysis resistance, and good electrical properties.
Typical uses: Food machinery, pharmaceutical equipment, and chemical-environment components.
PPGF | Long-term service temperature: approx. 120°C
Key features: Glass-fiber reinforced PP with higher strength and low water absorption.
Typical uses: Structural parts, electrical insulation parts, and chemically exposed components.
PPS+GF | Long-term service temperature: approx. 240°C
Key features: Glass-fiber reinforced PPS with heat resistance, corrosion resistance, high rigidity, and stability.
Typical uses: Automotive parts, electrical components, and chemical equipment parts.
RENY | Long-term service temperature: approx. 105°C
Key features: Heat-resistant nylon with glass fiber reinforcement, good strength, and oil/heat resistance.
Typical uses: Automotive, general machinery, electronics, and construction materials.
PVC | Long-term service temperature: approx. 60°C
Key features: Acid/alkali resistance, weatherability, and good electrical insulation.
Typical uses: Components exposed to chemical solvents, building materials, and cables.
TPI (Self-lubricating) | Long-term service temperature: approx. -269 to 280°C
Key features: Ultra-wide temperature range, wear resistance, self-lubrication, chemical resistance, and low outgassing in high vacuum.
Typical uses: Precision sealing, vacuum equipment, and high-speed moving parts.
PTFE | Long-term service temperature: approx. -190 to 260°C
Key features: Fluororesin with broad chemical resistance, non-stick surface, and lubricity.
Typical uses: Seals and washers, sliding parts, high-temperature and chemical environments.
PCTFE | Long-term service temperature: approx. -200 to 200°C
Key features: Low permeability, cold/heat resistance, and good weatherability.
Typical uses: Semiconductor tools and hermetic components.
PEEK+GF | Long-term service temperature: approx. 260°C
Key features: Glass-fiber reinforced PEEK with high rigidity, high heat resistance, and strong chemical resistance.
Typical uses: High-temperature, high-load structural parts; screws/nuts for chemical environments.
PFA | Long-term service temperature: approx. -200 to 260°C
Key features: High chemical resistance, weatherability, wide temperature capability, and high cleanliness.
Typical uses: Pharmaceutical processes and semiconductor wet-process equipment.
NYLON | Long-term service temperature: approx. 70°C
Key features: High strength, wear resistance, and low coefficient of friction.
Typical uses: Mechanical engineering, food equipment, aerospace and automotive components.