POM

Polyoxymethylene (POM), also known as acetal, is a semi-crystalline polymer material and belongs to engineering thermoplastics. It offers high stiffness, low friction, low wear and excellent chemical resistance and is often used as a substitute for metals. In principle, POM resins can be processed by all methods suitable for thermoplastics. However, the most important methods are injection molding and extrusion. Since its commercialization in the 1960s, POM has developed into a plastic material specifically for technical applications. POM can be found in everything from large functional parts in the automotive and mechanical engineering industries to tiny precision parts in drug delivery systems.

Alfa Chemistry is a leading global supplier of POM. We are committed to providing you with different specifications of high-quality POM to meet your scientific or industrial applications. With our extensive product portfolio, you can find the perfect POM to drive your research forward.

Performance Characteristics

The main performance characteristics of POM are described below:

• Excellent mechanical properties such as tensile strength, toughness and rigidity
• Low creep and fatigue tendency
• Low linear coefficient of thermal expansion
• Good mechanical and electrical properties at 140 °C (short term) and 90 °C (long term)
• Good mechanical properties over a wide temperature range (up to -40 °C)
• Excellent resistance to most chemicals, organic solvents and fuels at room temperature
• Good resistance to environmental stress cracking.
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Low permeability and water absorption
• Low friction and wear characteristics
• High hardness, glossy and smooth molding surface

Applications

POM combines mechanical strength, chemical resistance, low friction, dimensional stability and ease of processing, making it a common material widely used in different industries. Its main applications are described below:

• Automotive Industry: POM is extensively used in the automotive industry for applications such as gears, fuel system components, door handles, seat belt components, dashboard components, and window lift mechanisms. Its low coefficient of friction, high strength and excellent dimensional stability make it an ideal material for these applications.
• Electrical Industry: POM can be used in electrical and electronic applications that require good insulation performance, such as electrical connectors, switches, relays, and circuit breakers. Its excellent dielectric strength, thermal stability and creep resistance make it well suited for these applications.
• Industrial Machinery: POM can be used to manufacture industrial machinery components such as gears, bearings, rollers, conveyor system components, valves and pump components. Its high wear resistance, low friction and dimensional stability make it suitable for heavy-duty applications.
• Consumer Goods: POM is widely used in consumer goods due to its high strength, durability and ease of processing. It can be used for zippers, handles, buckles, fasteners, kitchen utensils, toys and various components of appliances such as coffee makers and washing machines.
• Medical Devices: POM is a reliable material for medical applications. Its applications in the medical industry include surgical instruments, orthopedic implants, dental equipment and drug delivery systems.

Our Products

Alfa Chemistry provides customers with POM in different material forms. The specific products are as follows:

POM Sheets & Rods

POM Films

POM Granules & Powders