PA46 (Polyamide 46 Stanyl) vs PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate Unfilled)
Property comparison of PA46 (Polyamide 46 Stanyl) and PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate Unfilled), both polymer.
| Property | PA46 (Polyamide 46 Stanyl) | PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate Unfilled) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 100 MPa | 56 MPa | -44% |
| Elongation | 8 % | 50 % | +525% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.4 | 0.39 | -3% |
| Density | 1,180 kg/m³ | 1,310 kg/m³ | +11% |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.29 W/m·K | 0.22 W/m·K | -24% |
| Specific heat | 1,340 J/kg·K | 1,250 J/kg·K | -7% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.00007 1/K | 0.00007 1/K | 0% |
Difference is PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate Unfilled) relative to PA46 (Polyamide 46 Stanyl). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
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