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Polysulfone

average Mn ~22,000 by MO, beads

Synonym(s):

Poly[oxy-1,4-phenylenesulfonyl-1,4-phenyleneoxy-1,4-phenylene(1-methylethylidene)-1,4-phenylene]

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
[C6H4-4-C(CH3)2C6H4-4-OC6H4-4-SO2C6H4-4-O]n
CAS Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12162002
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23

form

beads
pellets

autoignition temp.

1022 °F

melt index

6.5 g/10 min (343 °C/2.16 kg, ASTM D1238)

mol wt

average Mn ~22,000 by MO

hardness

69 (Rockwell M, ASTM D 785)

refractive index

n20/D 1.633

reduced viscosity

0.43-0.46 dL/g, 0.2 % (w/v) in chloroform(25 °C)(lit.)

transition temp

Tg 190 °C

density

1.24 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

CC(C)(c1ccc(O)cc1)c2ccc(O)cc2.Oc3ccc(cc3)S(=O)(=O)c4ccc(O)cc4

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Application

Microwave cookware, appliance covers, surgical tools, automotive electrical components, printed circuit boards and plumbing components.

Features and Benefits

High impact resistance. Temperature use range up to 160°C. Exceptional steam sterilization stability. Electrical properties are maintained over a wide temperature and frequency range. High resistance to radiation degradation.

Physical form

Amorphous thermoplastic.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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