MX004 PMP Rod

Grade: MX004

Formula: PMP TPX®

Form: Rod

Material: Polymethylpentene (PMP, TPX™)(PMP/TPX™)

Commodity: Polymers

Our extensive range of MX004 PMP Rods are made from a polymethylpentene thermoplastic known for its clarity, high rigidity and excellent chemical resistance. These rods are available in 26 variations, with options for different sizes, shapes and mechanical properties to suit applications ranging from construction to medical devices. With their versatile polymer properties, MX004 PMP Rods enable innovative product designs across industries.

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Tolerances

Rod

Diameter		+20% / -10%

Material Properties for Polymers

Chemical Resistance

Element	Value
Acids - concentrated	Good-Fair
Acids - dilute	Good
Alcohols	Good
Alkalis	Good
Aromatic hydrocarbons	Fair-Poor
Greases and Oils	Good-Fair
Halogenated Hydrocarbons	Fair-Poor
Halogens	Fair-Poor
Ketones	Good-Fair

Electrical Properties

Element	Value
Dielectric constant @1MHz	2.12
Dissipation factor @ 1kHz	0.0002
Volume resistivity( Ohmcm )	>10¹⁶

Physical Properties

Element	Value
Flammability	HB
Refractive index	1.463
Resistance to Ultra-violet	Poor
Limiting oxygen index( % )	17
Water absorption - over 24 hours( % )	0.01
Density( gcm⁻³ )	0.835

Mechanical Properties

Element	Value
Hardness - Rockwell	R85
Elongation at break( % )	15
Tensile modulus( GPa )	1.5
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ )	49
Tensile strength( MPa )	25.5

Thermal Properties

Element	Value
Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C )	100
Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C )	40
Lower working temperature( C )	20
Upper working temperature( C )	75-115
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ )	2000
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ )	0.17@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ )	117

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