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Filler
Material Characteristics – 4 Types
For
detailed chemical resistance ratings, click here.
1.
Synthetics
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Polypropylene
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6
Nylon
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6.6
Nylon
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6.12
Nylon
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Polyester
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Stiffness
Modulus Dry
(PSI) x 1000* |
745
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375
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512
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450
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450
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Stiffness
Modulus Wet
(PSI) x 1000* |
700
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140
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160
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400
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420
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| Water Absorption** |
0.03%
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10%
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9%
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3%
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0.33%
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| Bend Recovery |
75%
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90%
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90%
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90%
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90%
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| Softening
Point (°F) |
240°
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300°
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300°
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300°
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300°
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*Stiffness
modulus based on: dry 50% Humidity, Wet 100% Humidity
**Water absorption from total immersion at room temperature
Most synthetic material
color is black or natural (milky white). The characteristics
of the material remain the same regardless of the material color.
2.
Custom Materials
Conductive
Synthetics, High Heat Synthetics, Mixes of Synthetics/Wire/Natural
Fibers, Various Colors & Crimps. |
3.
Wire
Can
be very aggressive, withstands heat, available in Oil
Tempered Steel, Stainless Steel, Phosphor Bronze & Brass.
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4.
Natural Fibers
Horsehair,
Tampico, Bassine and Union Mixes all offer unique properties. |
All of the above except
natural fibers is available in level or crimped.
Level: filaments are
straight. 
Crimped: Filaments
have a series of waves in each filament. 
Contact us for specific
chemical and solvent resistance, along with performance expectations
of these filler materials. Samples are available upon request.
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Power
Brushes, Inc.
(800) 968-9600 (419) 382-0756 fax |
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