PS (Cross-linked) Rod

Formula: PS - X - Linked

Form: Rod

Material: Polystyrene (PS) - Cross-linked

CAS Number: 9003-53-6

Commodity: Polymers

Introducing our Polystyrene Cross-linked Rods that contains 103 variations of cross-linked polystyrene, a rigid thermoplastic polymer. This provides improved temperature and solvent resistance compared to standard polystyrene. These rods offer high stiffness and dimensional stability making them ideal for applications like scientific instrumentation components, spacers and modeling. Thanks to our range including different diameters and lengths, Polystyrene Cross-Linked Polystyrene rods offer researchers and engineers an extensive selection of this versatile engineering thermoplastic.

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Technical Data Sheet Safety Data Sheet Tolerance Properties

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Tolerances

Rod

Diameter		+20% / -10%

Material Properties for Polymers

Chemical Resistance

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

Electrical Properties

Element	Value
Dielectric constant @1MHz	2.5
Dissipation factor @ 1MHz	0.0002
Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ )	27-47
Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq )	>10¹⁵
Volume resistivity( Ohmcm )	>10¹⁵

Physical Properties

Element	Value
Flammability	HB
Radiation resistance	Good
Refractive index	1.59
Water absorption - over 24 hours( % )	0.02-0.03
Density( gcm⁻³ )	1.05

Mechanical Properties

Element	Value
Hardness - Rockwell	R110-120
Elongation at break( % )	03-May
Tensile modulus( GPa )	1.65
Abrasive resistance - ASTM D1044( mg/1000 cycles )	60-100
Tensile strength( MPa )	55-70