Ryton® PPS - Applications

Automotive

Ryton® PPS is an ideal choice for automotive parts exposed to high temperatures, automotive fluids, or mechanical stress. Typical applications include under hood components, brake systems, and electrical/electronic devices requiring high heat resistance, high dimensional stability, and corrosion resistance.

Ryton® PPS is a lighter weight alternative to metals that is resistant to corrosion by salts and all automotive fluids. The ability to mold complex parts to tight tolerances and insert molding capability accommodates multiple component integration.

In Automotive, Ryton® PPS is used in components required to withstand high temperatures, mechanical stress and corrosive automotive fluids. By replacing metal, Ryton® PPS reduces fuel consumption, lowers costs and improves system integration.

Ryton® PPS for Automotive

Electrical & Electronics

Ryton® PPS offers superb value for your electrical & electronics applications. It features excellent flow and low shrinkage for precision molding of connectors and sockets, superior stiffness and mechanical integrity for reliable assembly, and is one of the most stable material choices for all SMT soldering methods.

Ryton® PPS compounds have UL94 V-0 flammability ratings without the use of flame retardant additives. Special low flash grades have been developed to meet the needs of high precision molding applications.

In Electrical/Electronic, Ryton® PPS meets performance requirements for connectors, sockets, relays and switches, bobbins and coils, electronic packaging, and encapsulated devices.

Applications	Product	Performance	Benefits
Connectors
Connectors: 3 in 1 combo, AGP, SCSI, PATA, SATA, SAS, hard disc drives, fiber optic, telecom, aerospace, transportation and surface mount.	R-4-200NA*	High Strength, weld line	Stable at IR and lead-free convection soldering temperatures, cost effective, superior pin retention, UL 94 V-0, good flow, low out- gassing, creep resistance and dimensional stability.
R-4-230NA*	High flow, low flash
BR42B	Low friction
Sockets
PLCC, BGA locking arm, PGA, DIMM, burn-in, test fixtures, through hole and surface mount.	R-4-200NA*	High Strength, weld line	Stable at IR and convection soldering temperatures, superior pin retention, cost effective, UL 94 V-0, good flow and superior weld-line strength vs. LCP.
R-4-230NA*	High flow, low flash
BR42B	Low friction
Relays/Switches/Circuit Breakers
High temperature housings, insulating components, wiring devices, and micro-switches.	R-4-200NA*	High Strength, weld line	Excellent high temperature dimensional stability, high modulus, cost effective versus thermosets, good electrical properties, fast cycling, high creep resistance.
R-4-230NA*	High flow, low flash
R-7-120NA*	Low cost
BR111*	High strength, low cost
BR42B	Wear resistance
Encapsulation/Packaging
Transistors, capacitors, sensors. Multi-chip modules, potting cups, power converters, NEMA housing.	R-4-200NA*	High Strength, weld line	Fast cycling, good adhesion, very low moisture absorption, cost effective, UL 94 V-0, high creep resistance, lead free solder stable.
R-4-230NA*	High flow, low flash
R-7-120NA*	Low cost
Bobbins/Coils
Microwave, power control modules, printer heads.	R-4-220NA*	Hydrolytic stability	Good dimensional stability, high stiffness and strength, low moisture absorption.
R-7-120NA*	Low cost
R-7-121NA*	Low cost, high flow
Consumer Electronics
HDD and server, ACA over molds, and bobbins, CD/DVD optical pick-up components, HDTV and projection light engine housings, and ink jet cartridges.	R-4-230NA*	Low flash, UL/UV F1	High dimensional stability, precision moldability, low out gassing, UL 94 V-0 and 240°C UL RTI, low moisture absorption, good weld line strength and cost effective.
R-4XT*	Elongation, ductility
R-7-120NA*	Light axis stable
BR111*	Light axis stable

* Designation is for natural color; equivalent grade is available in black.

Industrial

The unique combination of properties inherent in Ryton® PPS finds utility in a variety of heavy industrial applications, including some outside the arena of reinforced injection molding compounds. The thermal stability and broad chemical resistance of Ryton® PPS make it exceptionally well suited to service in very hostile chemical environments.

Besides molded parts, Ryton® PPS polymer finds unique applications in fiber extrusion as well as in non-stick and chemical resistant coatings. We also provide a wide variety of neat PPS polymers as feedstocks for custom compounding and compression molding processes.

Applications	Product	Performance	Benefits
Coatings
Non-stick cookware, corrosion resistant industrial	PR11 V-1 P-6	Chemical Resistance	Chemical and temperature resistance
Fibers
Filter bags, braided sleeving, dryer belts, filters	QC200N QC200P QC220N QC220P	Chemical Resistance	Chemical and temperature resistance
Oil Field Equipment
Lift and centrifugal pump components, oil patch drop ball, rod guides, rod scrapers	R-4-200BL	Chemical Resistance	Chemical and temperature resistance
Pumps
Housing, vanes, impellers, shafts	R-7-120BL	Hot Water / Chemical Resistance	Hot water, chemical and temperature resistance
BR42B	Low Friction
Valves
Diverters, ball valves, seats/seals	BR42B	Low Friction	Hot water and temperature resistance

Appliances

Ryton® PPS is the answer for many difficult production, design, and performance considerations in home appliance. Ease of processing and recyclable scrap allow for part consolidation, more efficient manufacturing, and material savings.

Ryton® PPS produces more reliable parts using less material by offering a combination of high temperature stability, excellent mechanical strength and dimensional integrity, along with resistance to corrosion by common solvents, caustic solutions, and dilute acids.

For Appliances, Ryton® PPS is used to replace metals, thermosets, and lower performing plastics in motors and controls, pumps, fans and blowers, and E/E components used in HVAC and other demanding applications.

Applications	Product	Performance	Benefits
Pump Housings/Impellers
Pump housings, impellers and impeller sleeves, bearings, bearing seats	R-4-200NA*	Dimensional Stability	Low creep, highly reproducible parts, excellent dimensional stability under stress, temperature and chemical exposure, excellent ceramic/metal replacement.
	R-4-220NA*	Hot Water Stability
	BR111*	High strength, Low cost
	R-7-220BL	Strength, Hot Water Stability
	BR42B	Low Friction
Electrical / Electronic Components
High temperature circuit breakers, relay housings, connectors, bobbins, coil encapsulation	R-7-120NA*	High UL Ratings	UL 94 V-0, good electrical properties, fast cycling, thermoset replacement, excellent weld line strength, low moisture absorption.
	R-4-200NA*	Strength in thin walls
	R-4-230NA*	High flow, Low flash
Motor Brush Cards
Brush holders, electronic brush cards, fractional HP motor end rings	R-4-200NA*	High strength	UL 94 V-0 up to 5VA, good electrical properties, excellent processability, high temperature exposure.
	R-4-230NA*	High flow, Low flash
	R-7-120NA*	Low Cost
Fans & Blowers
Brush holders, electronic brush cards, fractional HP motor end rings	R-4-200NA*	High strength	Metal replacement for material cost and weight savings.
	BR111*	Dimensional stability
	R-7-120NA*	Low Cost
Small Appliances
Electric blanket thermostat control, fry pan handles, hair dryer grill, coffee warmer rings, curling iron insulators, steam iron valves, toaster switches	R-7-120BL	Dimensional stability
Heat Exchangers
Flue collectors, flue covers, venturi pipes, flow meter housings, transition pipe	R-4-200NA*	High strength	Metal replacement, cost savings, high mechanical strength and dimensional stability during thermal cycling.
	BR111*	High strength, Low cost
	R-7-120NA*	Low cost
	V-1 Coatings	Chemical Resistance
Thermostat Housings
Thermostat housings, air gas and water valves, electric heat element screw plug	R-4-200NA*	High strength	Insert molding, metal replacement, integration of parts, dimensional stability over wide thermal extremes.
	R-4-220NA*	Hot water stability
	BR111*	Strength, Low cost
	R-7-220BL	Strength, Hot Water Stability
Water Management
Hot water valves, mixer cartridges, hot water manifolds	R-7-120BL	BS 6920 certified	Dimensional, thermal, and hydrolytic stability, chemical resistance.
	R-4-220NA*	NSF Standard 61
	R-4-200NA*	BS 6920 certified
	BR111BL	KTW/BS 6920 certified
Business Machines
Printer paper guards, copier gears, fax machine heads, medical/scientific instruments	R-7-120NA*	Dimensional stability
HVAC
Blower housing, compressor mufflers, flue collector, secondary heat exchanger header, fuel oil pumps, hot water circulation components, motor relays/switches, power vent components, thermostat components	R-4-200NA*	Dimensional stability	Thermal stability, chemical resistance, dimensional stability
	BR111*	Thermal stability
Lighting
Reflector housing, socket bases, ballast components	R-7-120NA*	Dimensional stability	Dimensional and thermal stability, metal and thermoset replacement for material cost and weight savings
Major Household
Motor brush holders, dryer switches, defroster plugs, washer pump impellers, terminal blocks, microwave oven turntables	R-7-120NA*	Dimensional stability

*Designation is for natural color; equivalent grade is available in black

Green Hydrogen

In Green Hydrogen, Ryton® PPS is well-suited for cell frames found in alkaline electrolyzers. It offers thermal, mechanical, dimensional and chemical stability for components in fuel cell systems allowing optimization of the structural components of unit cells. Ryton® PPS can also be used for various valves and hydrogen loop tubes.

Ryton® PPS provides excellent lightweighting benefits, resistance properties and mechanical performance for electrolyzer cell frames in alkaline electrolysis (AEC). It can also be precision molded to tight tolerances with a high level of reproducibility for serial production.

The low leach-out behavior of Ryton® PPS plus superior thermal, mechanical and dimensional stability make it ideal for use in PEM fuel cell systems for end plates, high- and low-pressure H2 lines, as well as balance of plant air systems and thermal management systems.