PPS GF40 Stock Shapes Engineered for Maximum Stiffness and Dimensional Stability
40% glass fiber reinforced PPS designed for high-load structural applications requiring exceptional rigidity, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance.
What PPS GF40 offers
Performance characteristics that make PPS GF40 suitable for high-load structural applications in harsh environments.
Exceptional Structural Rigidity
Higher glass loading improves stiffness and resistance to deformation under load.
Outstanding Dimensional Stability
Low thermal expansion supports precision tolerances in demanding industrial environments.
High Load-Bearing Performance
Suitable for heavily loaded structural applications.
Excellent Chemical and Thermal Resistance
Maintains stable performance in chemically aggressive and elevated-temperature conditions.
Higher Rigidity Than Impact-Modified GF PPS
Provides maximum stiffness for applications prioritizing structural rigidity over impact durability.
Common components made from PPS GF40
Typical machined parts that benefit from high stiffness and chemical resistance.
Chemical processing equipment components
Used in environments where corrosion resistance and strength are required.
Automotive and industrial structural parts
Handles exposure to heat, fluids, and sustained mechanical loads.
Semiconductor equipment structures
Provides stiffness and chemical resistance in precision systems.
Industrial fixtures and supports
Used where minimal deflection under load is critical.
Load-bearing housings and frames
Suitable for structural enclosures requiring rigidity and dimensional stability.
Structural pump and valve components
Used in chemical processing systems exposed to pressure and aggressive media.
PPS GF40 Technical Properties
PPS GF40 rods, plates & tubular bars
Extruded stock shapes are supplied in standard diameters and thicknesses, with custom dimensions available for specific applications.
Rods
Extruded PPS GF40 rods available from 1/2" to 10" diameter.
Plates
PPS GF40 plates available from 3/8" to 4" thickness.
Tubular bars
Tubular bars are available for applications requiring high stiffness with reduced weight.
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How PPS GF40 compares to other PPS Grades
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Frequently Asked Questions
PPS GF40 is a polyphenylene sulfide grade reinforced with 40 percent glass fiber, offering very high stiffness, reduced creep, and excellent chemical resistance.
Yes. PPS GF40 retains the excellent chemical resistance of PPS, even in reinforced form.
Yes. PPS GF40 maintains dimensional stability and mechanical performance at elevated temperatures suitable for continuous industrial use.
Moisture absorption is very low, supporting dimensional stability in humid or wet environments.
Yes. PPS GF40 maintains electrical insulation properties, though insulation levels may be lower than unfilled PPS.
Yes. Higher glass fiber content increases stiffness and abrasiveness, requiring more controlled machining conditions.
PPS GF40 is supplied as extruded rods, plates, and tubular bars in standard sizes, with custom dimensions available on request.
Yes. PPS GF40 is commonly used as a metal replacement where high stiffness, chemical resistance, and weight reduction are required.
PPS GF40 stands out for combining very high stiffness with excellent chemical resistance in harsh industrial environments.
PPS GF40 provides higher stiffness and load-bearing capability for heavily loaded structural applications.
Higher glass loading can increase brittleness compared to lower-filled or impact-modified formulations.
PPS GF40 offers excellent rigidity, dimensional stability, thermal stability, and chemical resistance.
In many industrial applications, PPS GF40 can serve as a lightweight, corrosion-resistant alternative to metal components.