ULTEM® PEI

Unfilled ULTEM® is very recognizable due to its transparent amber color. ULTEM® is also available in a 30% glass fiber filled version. ULTEM® is a viable choice over polysulfone in applications that require higher strength, stiffness, or temperature resistance. In addition, ULTEM® medical grades are available and include FDA, USP Class VI versions. Some other beneficial features of polyetherimide, include:

• Visually transparent (unfilled)

• Can be continually used up to 340º F

• Flame resistant

• Very low smoke generation

• Unfilled ULTEM® provides excellent dielectric strength

ULTEM® polyetherimide is a valuable high-performance plastic product that is used within the following industrial applications:

• Medical instrumentation

• Chemical instrumentation 

Note: ULTEM® may not be a desirable choice for applications exposed to alkaline solutions.

ULTEM® 1000 is an unfilled PEI resin that is manufactured by Sabic. It is extruded and manufactured into stock shapes by several manufacturers under their own trade name. In addition, TECAPEI™ is an unfilled natural PEI made from Sabic Innovative Plastics' ULTEM® 1000 and 2000 series resins, while TECAPEI GF30 is 30% glass fiber reinforced. ULTEM® 2300 is reinforced with glass fibers for increased stiffness, tensile strength and dimensional stability.
 
ULTEM® is also sold under the name DURATRON®