PPS CF30 Engineered for Lightweight Structural Performance as a Cost-Effective Alternative to PEEK CF30

30% carbon fiber reinforced PPS designed for lightweight structural applications requiring rigidity, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance without the premium cost of PEEK CF30.

Lightweight structural performance
Lower-cost alternative to PEEK CF30
High stiffness-to-weight ratio
Excellent dimensional stability
Improved durability compared to standard CF PPS
PPS CF30
Benefits

What PPS CF30 Offers

PPS CF30 combines the chemical and thermal resistance of PPS with the added rigidity of 30% carbon fiber reinforcement.

High Stiffness-to-Weight Performance

Carbon fiber reinforcement provides excellent rigidity while reducing overall part weight.

Improved Dimensional Stability

Low thermal expansion and creep help precision machined components maintain tolerances.

Balanced Structural Performance

Designed to improve durability and handling robustness compared to more brittle standard carbon fiber reinforced PPS systems.

Cost-Effective Alternative to PEEK CF30

Provides a practical balance of stiffness, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance at lower material cost.

Excellent Thermal and Chemical Resistance

Maintains stable performance in elevated temperature and chemically aggressive industrial environments.

Applications

Common Components Made from PPS CF30

Machined components that leverage the stiffness, dimensional stability, and load-bearing capabilities of 30% carbon fiber reinforced PPS.

Thermal System Components

Components used around heat-sensitive systems where thermal stability and improved conductivity are useful.

High-Stiffness Industrial Fixtures

Rigid fixtures and tooling components designed to resist bending, creep, and dimensional movement.

Precision Machined Assemblies

Stable machined parts used in assemblies that need tight tolerances and reliable performance under load.

Aerospace Interior and Industrial Components

Lightweight structural parts used in demanding assemblies where stiffness, stability, and material efficiency matter.

Semiconductor Equipment Components

Precision machined components for semiconductor equipment that need dimensional stability and low thermal expansion.

Lightweight Structural Supports

High-stiffness support parts used where strength, rigidity, and reduced part weight are important.

Technical data

PPS CF30 Technical Properties

Mechanical Properties
Property Test PPS CF30 Unit
Tensile Strength ASTM D638 24,000 PSI
Tensile Modulus ASTM D638 1,700 KSI
Elongation @ Break ASTM D638 1.8 %
Flexural Strength ASTM D790 34,000 PSI
Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 1,650 KSI
Compressive Strength ASTM D695 26,000 PSI
Izod Impact (notched) ASTM D256 1.3 ft-lb/in
Hardness Rockwell ASTM D785 M105/R128
Thermal Properties
Property Test PPS CF30 Unit
HDT @ 264 psi ASTM D648 530 °F
Melting Point 540–550 °F
CLTE ASTM E831 0.9 in/in/°F × 10⁻⁵
Thermal Conductivity ASTM C177 4.5 BTU·in/hr·ft²·°F
Electrical Properties
Property Test PPS CF30 Unit
Dielectric Strength ASTM D149 150 V/mil
Dielectric Constant ASTM D150 5.5
Dissipation Factor ASTM D150 0.020
Surface Resistivity ASTM D257 10⁵ Ω/sq
Volume Resistivity ASTM D257 10⁵ Ω·cm
Wear Properties
Property Test PPS CF30 Unit
Coefficient of Friction (Dynamic) ASTM D3702 0.32
Wear Rate (K-factor) ASTM D3702 70 ×10⁻¹⁰ in³·min/ft·lb·hr
Miscellaneous Properties
Property Test PPS CF30 Unit
Specific Gravity ASTM D792 1.48
Water Absorption (24hr) ASTM D570 0.02 %
Flammability UL94 V-0
Stock shapes

PPS CF30 Rods, Plates & Tubular Bars

Extruded stock shapes are supplied in standard diameters and thicknesses, with custom dimensions available for specific applications.

Rods

Extruded PPS CF30 rods are available from 1/2" to 10" diameter.

Plates

PPS CF30 plates are supplied from 3/8" to 4" thickness.

Tubular Bars

Tubular bars are available for cylindrical structural and wear components where lower machining waste is beneficial.

Available Colors
Black
Size Chart

Available Sizes for PPS CF30

Form Dimension Sizes Standard length
Rod Diameter 0.500", 0.750", 0.875", 1.000", 1.250", 1.375", 1.500", 1.625", 1.750", 1.875", 2.000", 2.225", 2.500", 2.750", 3.000", 3.500", 4.000", 4.500", 5.000", 5.500", 6.000" 96" for diameters below 4.000"
48" for diameters 4.000" and above
Plate Thickness 0.500", 0.625", 0.750", 0.875", 1.000", 1.250", 1.375", 1.500", 1.625", 1.750", 1.875", 2.000", 2.225", 2.500", 2.750", 3.000", 3.500", 4.000" 24" × 48" for thicknesses below 3.000"
12" × 48" for thicknesses 3.000" and above
Tubular bar OD / wall thickness OD: 4"–8"
Wall thickness: 1", 2"
48" custom on request

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Grade comparison

How PPS CF30 compares to other PPS grades

Quick reference guide to help you choose the right PPS material for your application.

Grade Best for Stiffness Chemical resistance Notes
PPS IM (unfilled) Chemically aggressive environments Moderate Excellent Best chemical resistance and easier machining
PPS GF30 Structural parts needing balanced stiffness and durability High Excellent 30% glass fiber reinforced for dimensional stability and load-bearing performance
PPS CF30 Lightweight structural components Very high Excellent 30% carbon fiber reinforced with high stiffness-to-weight performance
Bearing Grade PPS Bushings, bearings, and sliding wear parts High Excellent PTFE, carbon fiber, and graphite filled for low friction and wear resistance
PPS GF40 High-load structural components Very high Excellent Increased stiffness and reduced creep

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does PPS CF30 compare to PEEK CF30?

PPS CF30 provides high stiffness, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance at lower cost for applications not requiring the extreme temperature capability of PEEK.

What are the advantages of carbon fiber reinforcement?

Carbon fiber reinforcement improves stiffness-to-weight ratio, dimensional stability, and rigidity.

Is PPS CF30 electrically conductive?

Carbon fiber reinforcement can reduce electrical resistivity and may provide static dissipative characteristics depending on formulation.

Is PPS CF30 more durable than standard CF PPS?

Yes. The formulation is designed to provide improved handling durability and machining robustness compared to more brittle standard CF-filled PPS systems.

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