TECASON P MT XRO® yellow

radio opaque ppsu

TECASON P MT XRO yellow is another member of the specially developed, x-ray detectable biocompatible PPSU plastic (Polyphenylsulfone) family. Our special additive imparts x-ray opaque properties to this material, and permits clear visibility of components under fluoroscopy and x-ray radiation. This product has been tested and complies with the requirements of ISO 10993 for medical products coming into contact with bodily fluids, bone substance or dentin for up to 24 hours. This product line is available in various colors.

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Chemical designation
PPSU (Polyphenylsulfone)
Color
yellow
Alternative colors available
blue red green black grey
Density
1.36 g/cm3

Main Features

  • x-ray opaque
  • high thermal and mechanical capacity
  • good heat deflection temperature
  • hydrolysis and superheated steam resistant
  • good impact strength
  • high gamma radiation resistance
  • good chemical resistance
  • high strength

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Technical details


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    Mechanical properties Value Unit Condition Test Method
    Tensile strength at yield 11,500 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Modulus of elasticity
    (tensile test)
    420,000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Elongation at break (tensile test) 35 % @ 73 °F ASTM D 638
    Flexural strength 18,000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 790
    Modulus of elasticity
    (flexural test)
    350,000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 790
    Impact strength (Izod) 1.6 ftlbsin @ 73 °F ASTM D 256
    Rockwell hardness 126 - @ 73 °F, R scale ASTM D 785
    Compression strength 1,750 psi @1% strain, 73 °F ASTM D 695
    Rockwell hardness 92 - @ 73 °F, M scale ASTM D 785
    Compression strength 13,700 psi @ 73 °F, 10% strain ASTM D 695
    Compression modulus 225,000 psi @ 73 °F ASTM D 695
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    Thermal properties Value Unit Condition Test Method
    Service temperature 300 F Long Term -
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    Other properties Value Unit Condition Test Method
    Moisture absorption 0.19 % @ 24 hrs, 73 °F ASTM D 570