PRODUCTEN


Sultron™ PPSU: High-Heat, Flame-Retardant Medical R5500/XL
Productconstructie
01 | Sultron™ PPSU Series Overvie
Sultron™ PPSU (polysulfone) is a high-performance engineering plastic series under Mitsubishi Chemical, widely used in medical, drug delivery and biotechnology equipment. Its prominent features include:
・Outstanding heat resistance: Can withstand repeated high-temperature steam sterilization
・Excellent mechanical strength: Stable impact resistance and toughness
・Excellent biocompatibility: Complies with ISO 10993 and USP requirements
・Outstanding chemical resistance: Compatible with various sterilization methods (ethylene oxide, gamma rays, gas plasma, steam, etc.)
02 | Comparison of Model Differences
Prestatiecategorie | R5500 LSG PPSU | R5500 XL LSG PPSU |
Impact Toughness | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (High notched impact, elongation 50%) | ⭐⭐⭐ (Good overall toughness, elongation only 10%) |
Flexural/Compressive Strength | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Higher strength and modulus, suitable for long-term load) |
Heat Resistance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (HDT 205℃, Tg 220℃) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (HDT 207℃, long-term service temperature 171℃) |
Dimensionale stabiliteit | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Low coefficient of thermal expansion, higher dimensional accuracy) |
Electrical Properties | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Insulation strength 26 KV/mm) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Significantly improved insulation, better anti-static performance) |
Chemical Resistance | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Both resist steam, EO, gamma, plasma, and other sterilization methods) |
Vlamvertraging | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (UL94 V-0) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (UL94 V-0, limiting oxygen index up to 38%) |
Recommended Applications | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Medical consumables, housings, catheters) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Long-term medical devices, high-pressure steam environments) |
🔑 Selection suggestions
・R5500 → More suitable for general medical consumables and devices with high impact toughness requirements.
・R5500 XL → More suitable for medical devices that require high reliability, long-term use, electrical insulation and dimensional stability.
03 | Application Recommendations
R5500 LSG PPSU
・It is more suitable for scenarios with high requirements for impact strength and dimensional stability, such as medical catheters and the shells of surgical instruments.
・It is suitable for equipment that requires frequent sterilization but has balanced strength requirements.
R5500 XL LSG PPSU
・It is recommended for high-precision medical equipment, such as surgical implant assistive devices and long-life medical components.
・Medical devices that are more suitable for long-term use and can withstand high-pressure steam and electrical insulation requirements.
04 | Why Choose Juyuan
As an international plastic raw material trader, Juyuan offers the full range of Sultron™ series PPSU products, featuring:
・Global procurement and stable supply chain
・Flexible supply for bulk and small orders
・Professional technical support to assist customers in quickly selecting models
・A complete solution covering medical devices, biopharmaceuticals and laboratory applications
【Gerelateerde aanbevelingen】
Global Plastic Raw Material Market Insights H2 2025 Meer informatie>
HiFill® PPSU Series: Tailored Plastics for Demanding Applications Meer informatie>
RADEL R5500 vs R4400: PPSU Selection & Comparison Guide Meer informatie>