Material: PPS

Measurement System: Metric

Drive Type: Hexagon (External)

Colour: Natural/Beige

Continuous use temperature: 200°C/392°F

Flammability: UL94 V-0

PPS Spacer Nuts conform to the following Standards/Norms:

PPS Spacer Nuts, available in sizes ranging from M3 to M8 and lengths from 4mm to 50mm, are manufactured from Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), a high-performance thermoplastic reinforced with 40% glass fibre. These spacer nuts are designed to provide precise spacing and secure fastening in various assemblies, offering exceptional durability and performance. PPS is known for its excellent chemical resistance, high thermal stability, and superior mechanical strength, making these spacer nuts ideal for use in demanding environments. The material's non-corrosive nature and excellent electrical insulating properties make them suitable for applications in industries such as electronics, automotive, aerospace, and chemical processing.

Metric Size (M) – M3, M4, M5, M6, M8

Length (mm) – 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 50

Advantages of Using PPS Spacer Nuts:

Enhanced Mechanical Strength: The 40% glass fibre reinforcement in PPS spacer nuts provides superior tensile and compressive strength, ensuring robust and reliable fastening in high-stress applications.

Chemical Resistance: PPS offers excellent resistance to a wide range of chemicals, including acids, alkalis, and solvents, ensuring longevity and durability in corrosive environments.

Thermal Stability: PPS maintains its properties across a broad temperature range, making these spacer nuts suitable for high-temperature applications without risk of deformation.

Electrical Insulation: The excellent electrical insulating properties of PPS prevent electrical conductivity, reducing the risk of electrical shorts and interference in sensitive applications.

Corrosion Resistance: PPS does not corrode, ensuring long-term performance and reliability even in moisture-rich or chemically aggressive environments.

Dimensional Stability: PPS offers excellent dimensional stability, ensuring that the spacer nuts maintain their shape and size under varying environmental conditions.

Specific Applications of PPS Spacer Nuts:

Electronics:

Used in circuit boards and electronic assemblies where precise spacing and electrical insulation are critical.

Ideal for mounting and securing components in devices that require chemical resistance and non-conductive properties.

Automotive Industry:

Suitable for use in engine compartments and other high-temperature areas, fastening sensors and electronic control units (ECUs).

Applied in securing interior and exterior automotive components, providing lightweight and corrosion-resistant solutions.

Aerospace:

Employed in avionics and aircraft systems where the combination of strength, lightweight, and non-corrosive properties are essential.

Used in structural assemblies and components requiring precise spacing and reliable fastening.

Chemical Processing Equipment:

Ideal for use in pumps, valves, and fluid systems, providing secure and durable fastening in chemically aggressive environments.

Used in instrumentation and control systems within chemical plants, benefiting from the material's chemical resistance.

Medical Devices:

Utilised in medical equipment and devices where biocompatibility and resistance to sterilisation processes are important.

Suitable for securing components in prosthetics and implants, ensuring durability and non-reactivity.

Semiconductor Manufacturing:

Used in cleanroom environments and wafer processing systems, where low outgassing and chemical resistance are critical.

Ideal for securing components in sensitive semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

Industrial Machinery:

Employed in robotics and automation systems, providing durable and wear-resistant fastening in dynamic applications.

Used in machinery assemblies to ensure precise spacing and prevent component damage.

PPS Spacer Nuts, available in sizes from M3 to M8 and lengths from 4mm to 50mm, are crafted from 40% glass fibre-reinforced Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS). This material provides exceptional mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and thermal stability, making these spacer nuts ideal for demanding applications in electronics, automotive, aerospace, chemical processing, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, and industrial machinery. The non-corrosive and electrically insulating properties of PPS ensure these spacer nuts offer reliable, durable, and long-lasting performance in various challenging environments.

The PPS data sheet is available as a PDF to download below.

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