What is Radel® R-5600 NT

In high-standard industries such as aerospace, food service and medical applications, the reliability, safety and performance of materials often determine whether a product can win market recognition. As a high-performance polysulfone (PPSU) material developed by Solvay, Radel® R-5600 NT, with its outstanding transparency, thermal stability and chemical resistance, has become an ideal solution for many harsh environments.

01 | Material Highlights and Core Characteristics

ทนไฟได้ดีเยี่ยม: The material itself meets the UL94 V-0 flame retardant grade, ensuring safety without the need for additional additives.

High-temperature resistance and steam sterilization: Even in an environment of repeated high-temperature steam sterilization, it can still maintain its strength and transparency.

Outstanding chemical and alkali resistance: Compared with traditional transparent plastics such as PC and PEI, Radel® R-5600 NT has more advantages in acidic, alkaline and chemical contact environments.

Stress crack resistance: It can maintain long-term structural stability even under continuous stress or complex mechanical loads.

Optical transparency: Available in clear transparent or amber color options, it not only meets functional requirements but also takes into account design aesthetics.

02 | ฟิลด์การใช้งานทั่วไป

Food service industry: Suitable for high-end catering utensils and drinking water system components that can be repeatedly disinfected.

Aerospace Industry: Due to its lightweight, high heat resistance, and flame retardant properties, it is widely used in aircraft interior components.

Medical and laboratory: It performs outstandingly in situations that require repeated high-temperature sterilization, such as medical containers, transparent casings, and laboratory equipment.

Electronic and electrical: Thanks to its excellent electrical insulation and long-term heat resistance index (RTI), it also has application value in the protection of some electronic components.

03 | Advantages in Process and Technology Processing

The Radel® R-5600 NT is made by injection molding and has the following advantages:

  -High fluidity, supporting complex structure design and thin-wall forming;

  -It can be processed on standard injection molding equipment without any additional modification.

  -It has excellent transparency after processing and can be directly used for appearance parts.

  -Compatible with various dyeing processes, colors can be customized according to customer requirements.

04 | Radel® R-5600 NT Data Sheet

Technical Data Overview of Radel® R-5600 NT

05 | Innovation and Industry Competitive Advantage

Replace traditional materials: Compared with PC and PEI, it has higher chemical resistance and long-term stability, and a longer service life.

Environmental protection and compliance: Certified as food contact grade, meeting the strict requirements of the international market for safety and sustainability.

High-end application endorsement: Solvay, as a globally leading supplier of high-performance materials, has achieved extensive success in its PPSU series in fields such as aviation, medical care, and food.

06 | Customer Feedback

Summary of feedback from some customers

  -"In the application of aviation seat components, Radel® R-5600 NT significantly reduces maintenance frequency." 

  ・" The catering equipment supply chain has significantly reduced replacement costs due to its advantage of being able to withstand repeated high-temperature cleaning."

  ・" The balance between transparency and flame retardancy is outstanding, providing a dual guarantee for design and safety."

07 | Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What common transparent plastics can Radel® R-5600 NT replace?
A1: Common PC and PEI are inferior to PPSU in terms of chemical resistance and steam sterilization stability. Therefore, in situations where long-term durability is required, R-5600NT is a better choice.

Q2: Is it suitable for direct contact with food?
A2: Yes, the material meets the food contact grade standards and can be used in drinking water systems, catering containers, etc.

Q3: How can advantages be demonstrated in aviation applications?
A3: It is lightweight, has excellent flame retardant performance and strong durability, fully meeting the dual requirements of safety and lightweight in the aviation industry.

08 | Recommendations for Similar Products

In addition to Radel® R-5600 NT, the following PPSU materials are also worth paying attention to:

  ・ACUDEL® 79000: Modified PPSU, featuring excellent resistance to cleaning agents and chemicals, suitable for aviation and food contact parts.

  ・TegraCore™ R-1050 PPSU: Radel® PPSU foamed structural material, lightweight and flame-retardant, widely used in aircraft interiors and structural components.

  ・PPSU HTS-2400: High-temperature grade PPSU, with outstanding heat resistance and hydrolytic stability, is suitable for long-term application in harsh environments.

  ・RADEL® RMR7: Solvay's high-end PPSU series, which combines flame retardancy, steam sterilization resistance and mechanical strength, is suitable for medical and aerospace fields.

09 | Our Advantages as an Export Supplier

Channel advantages: Cooperating with leading global brands, stable supply of goods, and guaranteed supply of genuine products.

Technical support: We can provide material selection, processing technology suggestions and application solutions.

Customized service: We can recommend the most suitable PPSU or alternative materials based on the industry requirements of the customers.

International Experience: Rich experience in export operations and customs clearance helps customers quickly enter the target market.

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