Material selection factors
When searching for a suitable plastic, the conditions of use determine the choice of material.
For this reason, various specific boundary conditions such as the intended use, the application industry and further detailed requirements regarding the properties and application conditions must be known and evaluated. This information can be used to compare and evaluate the results with experience and technical values. This is the only way to make a qualified material recommendation. However, the selection can only be a recommendation which must be confirmed by practical tests.
At a glance:
- Thermal stress
- Mechanical stress
- Tribological stress
- Chemical stress
- Physiological harmlessness
- Heat conduction or insulation
- Electrical requirements
- Optical requirements
- Fire behaviour
- Weather Resistance
- Radiation exposure
- Special Specifications
