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Our company offers a lineup of cutting resin materials suitable for the production of prototypes related to "electric powertrains," featuring high heat resistance, high rigidity, and excellent dimensional stability. Here are some selected materials from our offerings. 【Features】 ◎ T6–100mm sheet material 'PPS/GF' ■ Excellent long-term heat resistance, with a load deflection temperature of 260°C for glass fiber content of 40% ■ Application examples: FC stack prototypes (insulation plates, humidified air connectors, H2 flow paths) ◎ T10–100mm sheet material 'PBT/GF' ■ Excellent electrical insulation properties, with a high dielectric breakdown voltage ■ Application examples: Inverters, DC-DC converters, ECU prototypes (insulators, cases) ◎ T10–100mm sheet materials 'PA6/GF' and 'PA66/GF' ■ Resistant to friction and wear ■ Application examples: Battery modules, electric actuator prototypes (insulators, sliding parts) *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

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Here are three cutting resin materials that contribute to semiconductor production. ＜'PPS'＞ ■ Excellent chemical resistance and heat resistance, with grades that allow for thick integrated processing ■ Widely used in the cleaning process of semiconductor manufacturing ■ Flame retardant properties equivalent to UL94 V-0 even without the use of flame retardants ＜'PPS-TUBE'＞ ■ High wear resistance, suitable for CMP processes and more ■ Excellent chemical resistance, dimensional stability, and low elution ■ Rich track record in the field of precision plating ＜ESD Countermeasure Material 'Crefine'＞ ■ Stable control of surface resistance values within the electrostatic dissipation range ■ Prevents accidents caused by ESD (electrostatic discharge) ■ Available in sheets, compounds, machined products, and injection molded products *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

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The resistance value control technology of "Krefine" can uniformly and stably set the surface resistance values of various polymers to a range of 10^4 (10 to the power of 4) to 10^11 (10 to the power of 11) ohms. 【Features】 ■ Can be added to various base polymers such as PEEK, PEI, and PPS ■ Suppresses variation in surface resistance values ■ Small difference in resistance values between the surface and interior of molded products ■ In addition to providing compounds and sheets, proposals including injection molding and machining are also possible ★ Currently, we are offering materials that summarize the features of this series, as well as basic knowledge and technical information regarding electrostatic measures. You can view them immediately via "PDF Download."

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We accept custom orders for molding resin materials for cutting applications. With over 50 years of experience and the comprehensive capabilities of the Kureha Group, we propose material selection and molding methods suitable for the required properties. Prototype molding can be accommodated with short lead times and small lots, and we can also handle fiber-reinforced products according to customer requests. The molded sheets and round rods can be cut to the required sizes for delivery. 【Features】 ■ Prototyping of resin round rods and sheets is available ■ Short lead times and small lots (20kg) can be accommodated ■ Molded round rods and sheets can be cut to the required sizes ■ Over 2000 past projects (marine plastics, CF, GF fillers, etc.) ■ Materials can be supplied by the customer or procured by us ■ Prototype shapes: round rods and sheets ★ Currently, we are offering materials summarizing prototype case studies and achievements, as well as Q&A documents. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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"PPS/GF40 120mm" is a cutting material that enables the previously difficult process of thick, integrated machining. The available size is 500mm in width and 500mm in length. Its characteristics of low moisture absorption, heat resistance, and insulation make it suitable for prototype materials in the development stages of electric vehicles (EV) and fuel cell vehicles (FCV), such as "FC stacks" and "power control units." Details about the material properties are provided in the PDF document. We also handle other materials such as "PA6/GF," "PA66/GF," and "PBT/GF." *For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"Krefine" is an electrostatic countermeasure product that can stably control surface resistivity within the electrostatic dissipation range. By combining special carbon materials with various proprietary base polymers, it can stably control surface resistivity values that were previously difficult to manage, within the electrostatic dissipation range of 10^5 to 10^11Ω. Additionally, it can be set within a range of ±1 order of Ω according to your requirements. Since the surface resistivity is largely independent of injection molding conditions, no special molding techniques are required. 【Features】 ■ Electrostatic control characteristics - 10^6-10^12 ohm - Strict control of surface resistivity - Minimal variation in surface resistivity ■ Cleanliness - Low outgassing - Low metal contamination - Low particles *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PPS Polyphenylene Sulfide" has excellent long-term heat resistance, with a load deflection temperature of 260°C when filled with 40% glass fiber, and 112°C even without fillers. It possesses flame retardancy equivalent to UL94 V-0 without the inclusion of flame retardants. It is resistant to most acids and alkalis except for concentrated nitric acid, and there are no solvents that can dissolve it below 200°C. It has excellent long-term electrical properties. 【Features】 ■ Sulfide-based ■ Super engineering plastic ■ Excellent long-term electrical properties ■ Flame retardancy equivalent to UL94 V-0 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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• Other Auto Parts

The "Kureha KFC Film" is a co-extruded multilayer film made of Kureha KF polymer (PVDF) and acrylic resin. The acrylic layer contains UV absorbers to prevent light degradation of the underlying layer. The PVDF surface can prevent various types of dirt from adhering and is also highly resistant to chemicals, allowing for cleaning with substances like alcohol. 【Features】 ■ Prevents light degradation of the underlying layer ■ PVDF surface prevents various types of dirt from adhering ■ Excellent chemical resistance ■ Can be cleaned with substances like alcohol ■ Suppresses coloring *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PPS/GF40 black" is a polyphenylene sulfide that has flame retardancy equivalent to UL94 V-0 even without the use of flame retardants. It has excellent long-term heat resistance, with a heat deflection temperature of 260°C for 40% glass fiber content, and 112°C even without fillers. It is resistant to most acids and alkalis, and there are no solvents that can dissolve it below 200°C. 【Specifications】 ■ Heat resistance: 260°C ■ Tensile strength: 196 MPa ■ Chemical resistance: Caution with concentrated nitric acid ■ 40% glass fiber *For more details, please refer to the related link page or feel free to contact us.

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We would like to introduce our polyamide 66 "PA66/GF30 Black." This product has excellent heat resistance due to its higher melting point compared to PA6, as well as good elasticity and dimensional stability. It can be used for parts in the electrical and electronic fields, as well as in automotive and building materials. 【Specifications】 ■ Glass fiber 30% ■ Heat resistance: 237℃ ■ Tensile strength: 116 MPa ■ Chemical resistance: Excellent oil resistance, slightly weak against acidic/alkaline substances *For more details, please refer to the related link page or feel free to contact us.

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"PBT/GF30" is a polybutylene terephthalate that excels in electrical insulation properties and has a high dielectric breakdown voltage, making it suitable for components in electronic precision equipment. It has high chemical resistance except to strong alkalis, and even after prolonged immersion, there is almost no degradation of physical properties, making it suitable for drive components that require sliding properties. It also has high friction and wear resistance, and when reinforced with glass fibers, it has low water absorption and thermal expansion coefficient, resulting in excellent dimensional stability at high temperatures. 【Specifications】 ■ Heat resistance: 210℃ ■ Tensile strength: 132 MPa ■ Chemical resistance: Excellent acid resistance, weak alkali resistance ■ Glass fiber content: 30% *For more details, please refer to the related link page or feel free to contact us.

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"PPS-TUBE Polyphenylene Sulfide" is a high-performance plastic that excels in chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, dimensional stability, and low elution, and is widely used in the CMP process in semiconductor production. Additionally, in the field of precision plating, which is essential for the production of electronic components such as capacitors, it is being adopted in drums that use plating solutions, replacing expensive materials. [Features] - Excellent chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, dimensional stability, and low elution - Widely adopted in the CMP process in semiconductor production *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PVDF (2F) <Polyvinylidene Fluoride>" is a fluoropolymer that is relatively high in hardness and has excellent chemical resistance among fluorine-based resins. Additionally, it has excellent weather resistance and is stable against ultraviolet and radiation exposure. Due to its low leaching of impurities such as organic substances and metal ions, it is used in liquid crystal and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. 【Features】 ■ Excellent chemical resistance ■ Superior resistance to hot water, steam, and weather ■ Low leaching of impurities such as organic substances and metal ions ■ Used in liquid crystal and semiconductor manufacturing equipment *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The "Crefine Series" is a material and processed product that can stably control surface resistivity. By combining our special carbon materials with compounding technology, we have overcome issues such as "variations in surface resistivity at various points of the molded product," allowing us to stably control surface resistivity and set it within a range of ±1 order of magnitude according to your desired resistivity range. As a result, we can provide compounds that do not exhibit variations in surface resistivity at various points of the molded product, can set the surface and internal resistivity of the molded product to the same level, and have electrical resistivity that is largely independent of processing conditions. [Features] ■ No variations in surface resistivity at various points of the molded product ■ Ability to set the surface and internal resistivity of the molded product to the same level ■ Electrical resistivity of the molded product is largely independent of processing conditions *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

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"PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone)" is a ketone-based super engineering plastic that excels in many mechanical properties such as impact resistance, creep resistance, and wear resistance. It has excellent chemical resistance to acids and alkalis other than concentrated sulfuric acid, and possesses heat resistance that far exceeds that of conventional engineering plastics, making it suitable for use in pressurized hot water and steam. It also has high machinability and dimensional stability, as well as excellent radiation resistance and flame retardancy. 【Features】 ■ Excellent chemical resistance, radiation resistance, and flame retardancy ■ Usable in pressurized hot water and steam ■ High machinability and dimensional stability ■ Made to order products (PEEK/GF30, PEEK/CF30) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PPE (Polyphenylene Ether)" is a resin with high mechanical properties over a wide temperature range. In addition to heat resistance, it also has excellent electrical properties. It has a low water absorption rate and good heat and water resistance. It is highly flame-retardant and dimensionally stable, making it suitable for many fields. 【Features】 ■ High mechanical properties over a wide temperature range ■ Excellent heat resistance and electrical properties ■ Low water absorption rate and good heat and water resistance ■ High flame retardancy and dimensional stability *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PSU (Polysulfone)" is a super engineering plastic with excellent heat resistance and dimensional stability. The unfilled grade is equivalent to HB, while the glass fiber reinforced version has a flame retardancy of UL94V-0. It has excellent resistance to alkalis, acids, and chlorine-based chemicals, and exhibits high strength and rigidity over a wide temperature range (-40 to 174°C). 【Features】 ■ Excellent heat resistance and dimensional stability ■ Wide temperature range (-40 to 174°C) ■ High strength and rigidity ■ Excellent resistance to alkalis, acids, and chlorine-based chemicals ■ Load deflection temperature: Unfilled 174°C, Glass fiber reinforced 180°C *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PES (Polyether Sulfone)" is a sulfone-based super engineering plastic with excellent heat resistance. The load deflection temperature is 203°C for unfilled material and 216°C for glass fiber reinforced material. It is certified UL94V-0 even without the use of flame retardants. It is resistant to oils such as gasoline and engine oil, greases, as well as cleaning solvents like chlorinated solvents and fluorinated solvents. Additionally, it has heat and water resistance, does not undergo hydrolysis, and can be used under hot water and steam conditions up to 160°C. However, caution is needed regarding property changes due to water absorption. 【Features】 ■ Excellent heat resistance ■ UL94V-0 certified ■ Resistant to cleaning solvents ■ Usable under hot water and steam conditions up to 160°C *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PEI (Polyetherimide)" is an imide-based super engineering plastic with a high glass transition temperature and excellent mechanical properties at high temperatures. It has excellent heat and water resistance, demonstrating stable physical properties even in water vapor, and is resistant to oils, aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, and acids. It can be used in applications such as connectors in the electrical and electronic fields, OA equipment parts, and various insulating components in the semiconductor field. 【Features】 ■ Excellent heat-resistant amorphous resin ■ Outstanding radiation resistance, UV resistance, and flame retardancy (UL94 V-0) ■ Resistant to oils, aliphatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, and acids ■ Suitable for electrical and electronic fields, semiconductor fields, etc. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate)" is a general-purpose engineering plastic with excellent electrical insulation properties and a high dielectric breakdown voltage, making it suitable for components in electronic precision devices. It has high chemical resistance to all but strong alkalis, and there is almost no degradation of physical properties even after prolonged immersion. Additionally, when reinforced with glass fibers, it has low water absorption and thermal expansion coefficient, resulting in excellent dimensional stability at high temperatures. [Features] - Excellent electrical insulation properties - High chemical resistance to all but strong alkalis - Suitable for components in electronic precision devices and drive components *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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"PA66 (Polyamide 66)" is a general-purpose engineering plastic with good elasticity and dimensional stability. It has a higher melting point compared to "PA6 (Polyamide 6)", making it excellent in heat resistance. It can be used in applications such as office equipment in the electrical and electronic fields, automotive parts, and building materials. 【Features】 ■ Excellent thermal insulation ■ Good elasticity and dimensional stability ■ Suitable for office equipment in the electrical and electronic fields *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PA6 (Polyamide 6)" is a high-strength, general-purpose engineering plastic that is particularly resistant to friction and wear. It has a property of being flexible and soft, and it does not harden easily even at low temperatures. It can be used in applications such as office equipment in the electrical and electronic fields, automotive parts, building materials, and household goods. 【Features】 ■ Strong against friction and resistant to wear ■ Does not harden easily even at low temperatures ■ Suitable for office equipment in the electrical and electronic fields *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Polyphenylene sulfide" is a high-performance plastic that excels in long-term heat resistance as well as resistance to acids and alkalis. The load deflection temperature is 260 degrees with 40% glass fiber, and even without fillers, it is 112 degrees. Even without the use of flame retardants, it has flame resistance equivalent to UL94V-0. 【Features】 ■ Excellent long-term electrical properties ■ Flame resistance equivalent to UL94V-0 ■ Can withstand most acids and alkalis except concentrated nitric acid *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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This document is the comprehensive catalog of Kureha Extron Co., Ltd., which engages in cutting resin materials, material cutting processing, and prototype extrusion molding. It includes case studies of prototype and development items, properties of resin materials, comparative data, as well as a product lineup featuring PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) and PSU (Polysulfone). Currently, the catalog is being offered for free! [Contents] ■ Support tailored to market needs from development and proposals to mass production ■ Case studies of prototype and development items ■ Resin materials ■ Product lineup ■ Electrostatic discharge protection products Krefine *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"POM Blue Polyoxymethylene (Polyacetal)" is suitable for food contact applications. It complies with regulations in various countries (FDA, PIM standards, etc.). The adoption of blue color makes it easy to identify in case of contamination. It has well-balanced mechanical properties. 【Features】 ■ Suitable for food contact applications ■ Complies with regulations in various countries ■ Easy to identify in case of contamination *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"POM (Polyoxymethylene, also known as Polyacetal)" is a representative resin that possesses well-balanced mechanical properties. It excels in long-term durability under stress, including fatigue resistance and creep resistance. It also has excellent chemical resistance (strong against most organic and inorganic chemicals, except strong acids). Additionally, it demonstrates superior wear and abrasion resistance, as well as long-term dimensional stability. 【Features】 ■ Low strain ■ Well-balanced mechanical properties ■ Long-term durability ■ Chemical resistance ■ Dimensional stability *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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• Other PCs and OA equipment

"PC/ABS polycarbonate-based polymer alloy" is a flame-retardant material that combines the advantages of both by mixing PC with ABS. It retains the high rigidity characteristic of PC while inheriting the balanced mechanical properties of ABS. It excels in machining and is easy to paint. 【Features】 ■ A flame-retardant material that combines the advantages of both ■ Inherits mechanical properties ■ Easy to paint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"MXD-6 (Poly(m-xylylene diamine) 6)" is a general-purpose engineering plastic with high strength and rigidity among polyamide resins, achieved by incorporating 50% glass fiber. It has a high heat deflection temperature and is suitable for structural components under load as an alternative to metals. It can be used in applications such as office equipment in the electrical and electronic fields, as well as parts for automobiles. 【Features】 ■ 50% glass fiber content ■ High strength and rigidity ■ Suitable for structural components under load ■ Usable in electrical, electronic, and automotive fields ■ Made to order *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)" is a thermoplastic, amorphous general-purpose resin. It is a copolymer of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene, and its natural color is a light skin tone. It is also available in black. It excels in the balance of mechanical properties such as rigidity, hardness, processability, impact resistance, and bending fatigue resistance. It has excellent surface aesthetics and is also superior in paintability and printability. [Features] - Thermoplastic, amorphous general-purpose resin - Copolymer of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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"PP polypropylene" is a thermoplastic, crystalline general-purpose resin with a milky white appearance. It is harder and more rigid than PE, resistant to scratches, has a high load deflection temperature, and possesses excellent chemical stability (chemical resistance), water resistance, and insulation properties. With a specific gravity of 0.91, it falls into the lightweight category and is also inexpensive. It is widely used in everyday items as well as industrial applications, deeply permeating our lives. [Features] - Thermoplastic, crystalline general-purpose resin - Excellent chemical stability (chemical resistance), water resistance, and insulation properties - Inexpensive *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"PE polyethylene" is a thermoplastic, crystalline general-purpose resin, and its appearance is white. It possesses excellent properties across a wide range, including chemical stability (chemical resistance), weather resistance, water resistance, low-temperature impact resistance, insulation, and lubricity. With a specific gravity of 0.95, it falls into the lightweight category and is also inexpensive. It is used widely from everyday products to industrial applications, deeply permeating our lives. [Features] - Thermoplastic, crystalline general-purpose resin - Excellent properties across a wide range - Inexpensive *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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