Chemistry:Polyphenylsulfone
Polyphenylsulfone (PPSF or PPSU) is a high performance polymer made of aromatic rings linked by sulfone (SO2) groups.[1]
Production
Commercially important polysulfones are prepared by condensation of 4,4'-bis(chlorophenyl)sulfone with various bisphenols. Two bisphenols for this application are bisphenol A (the polymer being called PSF) and 4,4'-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)sulfone (the polymer being called PES).
Applications
PPSF is a moldable plastic often used in rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing (direct digital manufacturing) applications. Polyphenylsulfone is heat and chemical-resistant suited for automotive, aerospace, and plumbing applications. Polyphenylsulfone has no melting point, reflecting its amorphous nature,[2] and offers tensile strength up to 55 MPa (8000 psi). Its commercial name is Radel.[3] In plumbing applications, polyphenylsulfone fittings have been found to sometimes form cracks prematurely or to experience failure when improperly installed using non-manufacturer approved installation methods or systems.[4]
References
- ↑ El-Hibri, M. Jamal; Weinberg, Shari A. "Polysulfones" Edited by Mark, Herman F. Encyclopedia of Polymer Science and Technology (4th Edition) 2014, volume 11, pp. 179-204. ISBN:978-1-118-63389-2
- ↑ PPSF for FORTUS 3D Production Systems
- ↑ Product Detail: Radel®
- ↑ Failure Analysis of Plastic Crimp Fitting Assemblies
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