Discover the functional possibilities that plastic offers as a metal replacement.
The use of plastic in heavy duty applications offers numerous advantages and opens up innovative possibilities that can complement conventional materials such as metal and even replace them in certain applications. While plastics are impressive in terms of weight, corrosion resistance and insulation properties, there are also specific considerations that need to be taken into account when selecting the appropriate material for industrial applications.
Some considerations for the use of plastic in heavy duty applications:
- Material properties: Plastics offer excellent insulating properties and are ideal for applications where light weight and corrosion resistance are important. For certain applications, they can provide a flexible solution that can be adapted to specific requirements.
- Application area: Plastics offer outstanding solutions for applications that have to withstand temperatures of up to 240°C.
PEEK thermoplastic is particularly suitable for this, as it idelivers exceptional temperature resistance. Plastics also open up new possibilities in areas where conventional materials are often oversized. They enable use in more demanding applications where high temperature resistance and performance are required. Find out more about the customized plastic cable management solutions for the high-temperature range here. - Costs: Plastics are often cheaper to manufacture.
- Environmental factors: Plastics can be more environmentally friendly, especially if they are recyclable or come from sustainable sources. One example of this is our S50ROS high-performance cable tie, consciously made from polypropylene, which has an equivalent carbon footprint up to 70% lower than other engineering plastics. Find out more about the S50ROS here.
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