Description
Polyester is a synthetic fibre derived from petroleum, renowned for its durability, crease resistance and ease of maintenance.
Properties and features
Polyesters are good electrical insulators, making them useful in applications where electrical insulation is required.
Thermal stability: They have good thermal stability, making them suitable for applications at moderately high temperatures.
Transparency: Some polyesters, such as PET, can be transparent, which is useful for packaging where product visibility is important.
Gloss: They can also have a shiny, smooth surface.
Polyesters are known for their very good dimensional stability, a property that enables them to retain their original dimensions and shape under a variety of environmental conditions.
Polyesters are resistant to many chemicals, including weak acids, bases and organic solvents.
Applications
E&E
Insulating films, casings for electronic components for their insulation and thermal stability.
Textiles & Fashion
Used in clothing, technical textiles, curtains and carpets for their resistance and ease of care.
Automotive & Aeronautics
Automotive parts, composites for light, strong structures.
Packaging
PET bottles for drinks, food packaging films for their lightness and resistance.
Construction
Reinforcing materials, insulating panels for their durability and weather resistance.
