Engineering Plastics

Characteristics:

Lightweight: Engineering plastics are much lighter than metals, which can reduce the overall weight of machinery and components.

Chemical Resistance: They often have excellent resistance to various chemicals and moisture, making them suitable for hostile environments.

Engineering plastics are increasingly used in applications where weight reduction is critical, such as in the automotive and aerospace industries. These materials can also provide good noise and vibration damping qualities. While they cannot match the mechanical strength of metals, the right plastic formulation can still offer satisfactory performance for specific applications, particularly where noise, weight, and corrosion resistance are prioritized.