| Availability: | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantity: | |||||||||
| POM-H is a high-rigidity, high-strength engineering plastic designed for demanding mechanical applications. Its combination of: Excellent stiffness, Superior fatigue resistance, Low friction behavior, Dimensional precision, Outstanding wear resistance. | |||||||||
POM-H (Homopolymer Acetal) is a highly crystalline engineering thermoplastic produced from a single formaldehyde monomer polymerization process.
Compared with POM-C (Copolymer Acetal), POM-H features:
Higher crystallinity
Greater rigidity
Higher tensile strength
Improved hardness
Better creep resistance
Superior fatigue durability
Because of its excellent mechanical strength and metal-like rigidity, POM-H is widely recognized as one of the highest-performance materials within the acetal family.
1. Outstanding Rigidity and Structural Strength
One of the most notable characteristics of POM-H is its exceptional stiffness.
Compared with many standard engineering plastics, POM-H offers:
Higher tensile strength
Higher flexural modulus
Greater surface hardness
Strong load-bearing capability
Its rigid molecular structure enables excellent dimensional retention under continuous mechanical stress.
Suitable for:
Precision mechanical parts
Structural support components
High-load engineering assemblies
Machined industrial parts
2. Superior Fatigue and Creep Resistance
POM-H performs extremely well under repeated mechanical movement and long-term cyclic loading.
Advantages include:
Excellent fatigue endurance
Strong resistance to repeated impact
Low creep deformation
Long service life under dynamic loads
This makes POM-H ideal for:
Mechanical springs
Snap-fit components
Repetitive motion assemblies
High-cycle industrial equipment
3. Excellent Sliding and Wear Performance
POM-H provides very good tribological behavior in moving systems.
Key benefits:
Low friction surface
Good dry-running capability
Excellent abrasion resistance
Smooth sliding characteristics
It is frequently used in:
Bearings
Bushings
Rollers
Conveyor wear parts
Mechanical guide systems
Under high mechanical load conditions, POM-H can deliver highly reliable wear performance.
4. High Dimensional Precision
Due to its low moisture absorption and highly crystalline structure, POM-H maintains excellent dimensional consistency.
Characteristics include:
Stable tolerances
Minimal deformation
Good machining accuracy
Reliable dimensional control
Especially suitable for:
CNC machined components
Precision industrial parts
Automation equipment components
Tight-tolerance engineering assemblies
5. Excellent Electrical Insulation Properties
POM-H also offers reliable electrical insulation characteristics.
Features include:
High dielectric strength
Stable insulation resistance
Good arc resistance
Low dielectric loss
Applications include:
Electrical structural parts
Insulation components
Switch systems
Connector housings
6. Good Heat Resistance for Mechanical Applications
Compared with many general engineering plastics, POM-H provides relatively high thermal resistance.
Advantages include:
Higher short-term heat resistance
Good mechanical stability at elevated temperatures
Stable performance under frictional heat
Typical long-term service temperature:
Approximately -40°C to 100°C
This makes POM-H suitable for:
Mechanical transmission systems
Industrial moving parts
High-speed rotating components
POM-H is widely used in high-load and high-stress mechanical environments where rigidity and strength are critical.
Typical parts include:
* High-load gears (spur gears, worm gears)
* Load-bearing bushings and sleeves
* Structural support brackets
* Mechanical transmission components
* Heavy-duty rollers and guide wheels
Why POM-H:
Its high stiffness and excellent creep resistance ensure stable performance under continuous load.
Due to its excellent dimensional stability and low deformation, POM-H is ideal for precision motion systems.
Applications include:
* Linear guide sliders
* Precision gear assemblies
* Cam mechanisms
* Drive and transmission shafts
* Timing and indexing components
Key advantage:
Maintains tight tolerances during long-term mechanical cycling.
POM-H is commonly used in automotive applications requiring high strength and mechanical reliability.
Typical components:
* Window lift mechanism parts
* Seat adjustment gears and sliders
* Door lock mechanical components
* Steering column auxiliary parts
* Fuel system structural connectors
Benefit:
Provides metal-replacement performance with reduced weight and noise.
POM-H is widely applied in automation equipment requiring continuous motion and high durability.
Examples include:
* Robot joint bushings
* Pick-and-place mechanism parts
* Conveyor drive components
* Indexing system gears
* Automated assembly fixtures
Why it works:
Excellent fatigue resistance supports high-cycle operation.
POM-H is suitable for components requiring insulation and structural precision.
Applications include:
* Precision electrical housings
* Connector support frames
* Switch internal structural parts
* Sensor mechanical supports
* Insulating mounting components
Key benefit:
Stable electrical insulation combined with mechanical rigidity.
POM-H performs well in dry-running and low-lubrication environments.
Typical parts:
* Sliding rails and wear strips
* Guide blocks
* Low-speed bearings
* Friction pads
* Mechanical contact interfaces
Advantage:
Low friction and high wear resistance ensure long service life without lubrication.
POM-H is widely used for machining high-precision engineering components.
Typical products:
* Custom machined structural parts
* Tight-tolerance industrial components
* Prototype mechanical parts
* Precision jigs and fixtures
* Semiconductor equipment components
Key reason:
Excellent machinability and stable dimensional behavior.
* High-load mechanical structures
* Precision motion systems
* Long-cycle fatigue applications
* Tight-tolerance machined parts
* Metal replacement in structural engineering
Property | Test Standard | Unit | Value (JUTAIPOM® NA-H) |
|---|---|---|---|
Density | ISO 1183-1 | g/cm³ | 1.41 ± 0.02 |
Melting Point | ISO 11357 | °C | ≥165 |
Tensile Yield Strength | ISO 527-2 | MPa | ≥65 |
Tensile Modulus | ISO 527-2 | GPa | ≥2.8 |
Elongation at Break | ISO 527-2 | % | ≥32 |
Notched Impact Strength | ISO 179 | kJ/m² | ≥6.0 |
Flexural Strength | ISO 178 | MPa | ≥90 |
Flexural Modulus | ISO 178 | GPa | ≥2.8 |
Rockwell Hardness | ISO 2039-2 | HRM | ≥84 |
Heat Deflection Temperature | ISO 75-2 | °C | ≥98 |
Water Absorption (24h) | ISO 62 | % | ≤0.05 |
Volume Resistivity | IEC 62631-3-1 | Ω·cm | 10¹² – 10¹⁶ |
Surface Resistivity | IEC 62631-3-1 | Ω | 10¹² – 10¹⁵ |
Dielectric Strength | IEC 60243-1 | kV/mm | ≥15 |
Dielectric Constant | IEC 62631-2-1 / IEC 60250 | — | 3.4 – 3.8 |
Dielectric Dissipation Factor | IEC 62631-2-1 / IEC 60250 | — | ≤8 × 10⁻³ |