Superfric® plastic alloy
Polyamide alloys for materials handling technology
Modern companies increasingly require plastics whose mechanical, thermal and electrical properties are superior to conventional materials.
Today, Superfric is considered the ultimate in sliding wear materials, and its values as a sliding partner for POM chains are outstanding. This plastic was initially developed for materials handling and transport technology, and we then developed it further into what it is today: a superior material. It is used, for example, to manufacture side profiles or chain guides for mechanical engineering or the packaging industry.
Comparison of Superfric® with UHMW-PE
When selecting materials for conveyor systems, high wear and abrasion resistance is crucial. Superfric® offers precisely these positive properties – and does so with high temperature resistance and low heat generation due to friction.
| V | UHMW-PE | Superfric® | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V (m/min) | M (Nm) | T (°C) | M (Nm) | T (°C) |
| 10,2 | 13,2 | 34 | 12,2 | 25< |
| 20,4 | 18 | 45 | 13,6 | 29 |
| 30,6 | 19,3 | 51 | 13,6 | 32 |
| 40,8 | * | * | 16 | 36 |
| 51 | – | – | 16,9 | 40 |
| 61,2 | – | – | 17,4 | 43 |
| 71,4 | – | – | 17,1 | 42 |
| 81,6 | – | – | 16,4 | 43 |
| 91,8 | – | – | 18,7 | 46 |
| 102 | – | – | 20,3 | 56 |
*Explanation: Destruction of the UHMW-PE rail at a speed of 40.2 m/min.
In the case of UHMW-PE rail, POM chain showed signs of deterioration.
Legend: V = chain speed; M = torque; T = temperature
Test: POM chain deflected by PE 1000 or Superfric® bar
Superfric® conquers the market
The three main advantages of Superfric® are
- low moisture sensitivity to PA
- High dimensional stability
- constant bending modulus
Superfric® also offers:
- excellent wear resistance
- very good temperature resistance
- low heat generation during sliding and friction applications
- High chemical resistance
- Resistance to hydrolysis and to metallic salts
- excellent glide values
- low abrasion potential
- noise absorbing properties
