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Polybenzimidazole (PBI) Rods – Unparalleled Performance in Thermoplastics
Our PBI, or Polybenzimidazole, rods represent the pinnacle of thermoplastic excellence, making them the superheroes in the world of materials. Engineered from the most high-performance thermoplastic available today, these rods are designed to withstand the harshest of operational conditions, making them the top choice for applications involving elevated temperatures, exposure to toxic substances, plasma systems, and demanding high-stress environments.
PBI Polybenzimidazole rods excel under stress levels that would overwhelm most other plastics. Celazole PBI rods exhibit superior wear resistance and load-handling capabilities when compared to any other plastic, whether reinforced or unreinforced.
PBI rods are the ultimate solution for extreme conditions, offering exceptional performance in high-temperature and high-stress environments, with or without sliding components. These applications include high-temperature slide bearings, insulation components, and parts for high vacuum setups.
Key Features:
- Polybenzimidazole (PBI) rods possess the lowest coefficient of thermal expansion among all unfilled plastics.
- They boast the highest compressive strength of any unfilled plastic.
- PBI rods deliver unmatched mechanical properties, particularly above 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- They exhibit a remarkable heat deflection temperature of up to 800 degrees Fahrenheit.
- PBI rods demonstrate outstanding wear and frictional characteristics.
- They offer superior electrical insulation and dielectric properties.
- These rods are highly pure in terms of ionic contamination.
- They exhibit exceptional resistance to high-energy radiation.
- PBI rods remain hydrolytically stable even after exposure to high-pressure steam or water.
- They showcase excellent resistance to a wide range of chemicals, including oils, chlorinated solvents, hydrocarbons, alcohols, weak acids, weak bases, heat transfer fluids, and more.
When we say Celazole Polybenzimidazole PBI is the “superman” of thermoplastics, it’s not an exaggeration. To illustrate its versatility and superiority, here are some practical applications that highlight its ability to enhance production efficiency, prolong product lifespan, and drive improvements:
- Semiconductor components made from Celazole PBI can outlast polyimide components without the need for bushings, bolts, pins, insulators, and other supplementary elements.
- Aircraft engine manufacturers can rely on Celazole PBI for connectors exposed to temperatures exceeding 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Additionally, Polybenzimidazole / PBI rods are excellent candidates for electrical insulators, nose cones, and leading edges due to their exceptional heat resistance.
- Parts machined from Polybenzimidazole / PBI rods can replace polyimide components in gas plasma etching equipment, resulting in reduced erosion rates, fewer replacements, and minimized downtime.
- Metal formers can harness the ideal hardness of Celazole PBI to produce more parts per spinning wheel, enhancing the luster of their polymer-forming wheels.
- Airlines can lower fuel costs by substituting plastic components with Celazole PBI, which typically require steel and titanium, thereby increasing efficiency and reducing overall operational expenses.
Discover the unmatched capabilities of Polybenzimidazole (PBI) rods and elevate your materials and components to new heights of performance and durability.
Mechanical Properties
|
PROPERTIES |
ASTM |
ENGLISH VALUE |
METRIC VALUE |
|
Tensile Strength |
D-638 |
23 kpsi |
160 MPa |
|
Modulus |
|
850 kpsi |
5900 MPa |
|
Elongation |
|
3.0% |
3.0% |
|
Tensile Fatigue, % of stress to failure at |
D-638 |
35% (8.1 kpsi) |
35% (56 MPa) |
|
Flexural Strength |
D-790 |
32 kpsi |
220 MPa |
|
Modulus |
|
950 kpsi |
6500 MPa |
|
Compressive Strength (Yield) |
D-695 |
57 kpsi |
390 MPa |
|
Compressive Strength (10% Strain) |
D-695 |
50 kpsi |
340 MPa |
|
Compressive Modulus |
D-695 |
850 kpsi |
5900 MPa |
|
Hardness – Rockwell M |
D-785 |
>125 |
>125 |
|
– Rockwell E |
D-785 |
104 |
104 |
|
– Shore D |
D-2240 |
95 |
95 |
|
Izod Impact Strength (notched) |
D-256 |
.53 ft-lb/in |
30 J/m |
|
(unnotched) |
|
11 ft-lb/in |
590J/m |
Thermal Properties
| Heat Deflection Temp. (264 psi; 1.8 MPa) | D-648 | 815°F | 435°C |
| Glass Transition | DMA | 800°F | 427°C |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion | |||
| 75-300°F (25-150°C) | TMA | 13 X 10-6 in/in°F | 23 µm/m°C |
| 390-570°F (200-300°C) | TMA | 18 X 10-6 in/in°F | 33 µm/m°C |
| Limiting Oxygen Index | D-2863 | 58% | 58% |
| Thermal Conductivity 77°F (25°C) | 2.8 Btu-in/hr-ft2°F | 0.41 W/m°C |
Electrical Properties
| Dielectric Strength | D-149 | 580 V/mil | 23 KV/mm |
| Volume Resistivity | D-257 | 2 X 1015 ohm-cm | 2 X 1015 ohm-cm |
| Dissipation Factor | |||
| 1 kHz | D-150 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 kHz | D-150 | 0,003 | 0,003 |
| 0.1 MHz | D-150 | 0,034 | 0,034 |
| Dielectric Constant | |||
| 1 kHz | D-150 | 3,4 | 3,4 |
| 10 kHz | D-150 | 3,4 | 3,4 |
| 0.1 MHz | D-150 | 3,3 | 3,3 |
| Arc Resistance | D-495 | 185 sec. | 185 sec. |
Other Properties
| Specific Gravity | 1,3 | 1,3 | |
| Coef. of Friction, Static | |||
| Aluminum | 0,14 | 0,14 | |
| Steel | 0,15 | 0,15 | |
| Brass | 0,16 | 0,16 | |
| Coef. of Friction, Dynamic | |||
| Aluminum | 0,16 | 0,16 | |
| Steel | 0,16 | 0,16 | |
| Brass | 0,18 | 0,18 | |
| Water Adsorption, 24 hrs at 73F | D-570 | 0.4% | 0.4% |

