- Materials
- Forms
- Reference Materials
-
Services
-
Services
-
-
Sectors
-
Supporting cutting edge research and development with advanced materials to your needs.
High performance materials for extreme conditions.
Innovative and lightweight materials with high mechanical properties and durability.
Materials used in chemical engineering from consumables to innovative solutions.
Advanced materials characterized by high electrical or insulation performance.
High quality materials for renewable energy.
Biocompatible and biodegradable materials to the highest standards.
High purity, biocompatible materials for high performance devices and applications.
High purity metals and alloys in various forms and crucibles suitable to your needs.
State of the art materials for the next generation of technologies.
High performance materials for extreme conditions.
Durable materials for corrosive environments.
Foils, disks or windows across a range of materials to facilitate your innovation.
Polymers, metal foils, and sustainable materials for your packaging needs.
Your requirements for unique products and attributes will be met across our 170,000+ product range and customization capabilities.
High-quality materials across branded products in various forms including rods, wires, and foils support space technology needs.
Highest quality materials to support your need for small-quantity specialist materials such as graphite and lithium compounds.
High purity materials to improve the reproducibility and reliability of your evaporation processes.
Academia Aerospace & Aeronautical Automotive Chemical Manufacturing Electronics and Bioelectronics Fuel Cells & Hydrogen Life Science and Biomaterials Storage & Batteries Vacuum Technology Mining and Metals Nanomaterials Nuclear Oil & Gas Optics Packaging Research & Labs Space Technology Medical Devices
-
- Brands
-
Resources
-
Find out our latest news.
Read our latest insights, and opinions.
Discover our Innovation Discovered podcasts on innovation, products, interesting topics, and more.
Find out how we've worked with our partners
Our latest updates on what we are doing, find out more.
Find out more about us and the great roles we have available for talented individuals. Find out more.
Take a look at our global distributors.
Explore our FAQ resource to help answer your key questions.
Gain a clearer picture of the language used in scientific study
-
- About Us
Toggle Nav
Formula: Polyester, PET, PETP
Form: Fiber
Material: Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
CAS Number: 25038-59-9
Commodity: Polymers
Filament Diameter:
0.014mm
Number Of Filaments:
15
Tex Number:
3.3
Tenacity:
Medium Tenacity
PET Fiber offers high tensile strength, low moisture absorption, and excellent abrasion resistance, making it ideal for textiles, reinforcement, and filtration applications. Its stability in a wide range of temperatures and resistance to many chemicals supports usage in automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing. Industries employ PET fiber in conveyor belts, geotextiles, and industrial filtration media. Specific applications include reinforcing layers in composite panels, precision filtration fabrics for chemical processing, and dimensionally stable belts in high-speed manufacturing systems. In research, PET fiber enables studies of composite interface behavior, development of functionalized textile surfaces, and performance optimization in filtration systems under aggressive conditions. The combination of strength, chemical resistance, and adaptability ensures PET fiber’s ongoing importance in both advanced engineering and scientific innovation.
Tolerances
Fiber
| Filament Diameter | ±25% | |
|---|---|---|
| Number Of Yarns | ±10% | |
| Number Of Filaments | ±10% | |
| Tex Number | ±10% | |
| Length | +5% / -1% |
Material Properties for Polymers
Chemical Resistance
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Acids - concentrated | Good-Poor |
| Acids - dilute | Good |
| Alcohols | Good |
| Alkalis | Poor |
| Aromatic hydrocarbons | Good-Fair |
| Greases and Oils | Good |
| Halogenated Hydrocarbons | Good-Poor |
| Halogens | Fair-Poor |
| Ketones | Good-Fair |
Mechanical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Coefficient of friction | 0.2-0.4 |
| Hardness - Rockwell | M94-101 |
| Poisson's ratio | 0.37-0.44 |
| Tensile modulus( GPa ) | 02-Apr |
| Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ ) | 13-35 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 80, for biax film 190-260 |
Electrical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Dielectric constant @1MHz | 3 |
| Dissipation factor @ 1kHz | 0.002 |
| Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ ) | 17 |
| Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq ) | 10¹³ |
| Volume resistivity( Ohmcm ) | >10¹⁴ |
Physical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Flammability | HB |
| Radiation resistance | Good |
| Refractive index | 1.58-1.64 |
| Resistance to Ultra-violet | Fair? |
| Limiting oxygen index( % ) | 21 |
| Water absorption - equilibrium( % ) | 0.7 |
| Water absorption - over 24 hours( % ) | 0.1 |
| Density( gcm⁻³ ) | 1.3-1.4 |
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C ) | 115 |
| Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C ) | 80 |
| Lower working temperature( C ) | 20 |
| Upper working temperature( C ) | 115-170 |
| Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ ) | 1200-1350 |
| Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) | 0.15-0.4@23°C |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 20-80 |
Other Customers Purchased
-
PET Powder Formula: Polyester, PET, PETP
Maximum Particle Size: 300µm
Weight: 1000g
Structure: Semi Crystalline
Type: Copolymer
Crystallinity: >50%
Additives: maximum 1ppm Acetaldehyde
Inherent Viscosity: 0.80 dl/g
Colour: Natural
CAS Number: 25038-59-9
UOM Code: 127-913-23
eachStarting at $187.00
Discounts applied for volume purchases -
PET Plain Weave Gauze Formula: Polyester, PET, PETP
Thickness: 0.11mm
Length 1: 250mm
Length 2: 250mm
Product Shape: Plain Weave
Type: Plain Weave
Threads/cm: 55
Open Area: 33%
Nominal Aperture (Microns): 100
Monofilament Diameter: 70µm
CAS Number: 25038-59-9
UOM Code: 019-331-29
eachStarting at $281.00
Discounts applied for volume purchases -
PET Rod Formula: Polyester, PET, PETP
Diameter: 10mm
Length: 1000mm
Structure: Semi Crystalline
Colour: Opaque White
CAS Number: 25038-59-9
UOM Code: 086-001-94
eachStarting at $204.00
Discounts applied for volume purchases -
UHMWPE Fiber Formula: UHMW PE
Length: 1m
Filament Diameter: 1.5mm
Number Of Filaments: 1
Tex Number: 1670
CAS Number: 9002-88-4
UOM Code: 027-575-95
eachStarting at $172.00
Discounts applied for volume purchases -
PET Film Metallized with Titanium Formula: Polyester, PET, PETP
Metallised With: Titanium
Thickness: 0.036mm
Length 1: 1000mm
Length 2: 1000mm
Ohms/Square: 700
Surface Finish: Metallised On One Side
CAS Number: 25038-59-9
UOM Code: 528-481-31
eachStarting at $233.00
Discounts applied for volume purchases -
PET Granules Formula: Polyester, PET, PETP
Weight: 10000g
Crystallinity: >50%
Inherent Viscosity: 0.80 dl/g
Structure: Semi Crystalline
Type: Copolymer
Additives: maximum 1ppm Acetaldehyde
Colour: Natural
CAS Number: 25038-59-9
UOM Code: 908-166-12
eachStarting at $210.00
Discounts applied for volume purchases
