Acetal (Polyoxymethylene)
Basic characteristics
✔ Mechanical Properties
● High Strength: Excellent tensile strength and elastic modulus, allowing it to replace some metal components.
● High Rigidity: Features high surface hardness and outstanding wear resistance, making it suitable for components like gears and bearings.
✔ Chemical Stability
● Corrosion Resistance: Resistant to chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and salts, suitable for chemical processing equipment, piping, and similar applications.
● Heat Resistance: Maintains stable performance within a specific temperature range.
✔ Processing Characteristics
● Easy Processing: Can be formed into various shapes through methods like injection molding and extrusion, achieving a high surface finish.
✔ Primary Applications of Acetal:
● Aldehyde protecting agent in organic synthesis.
● Additive for flavorings, fragrances, and cosmetics.
● Resin plasticizer and pharmaceutical raw material.