NSB Polymers

PBTPolybutylene Terephthalate

PBT is an engineering polyester with good dimensional stability, good electrical properties and good chemical resistance.

What is PBT?

PBT is an engineering polyester with good dimensional stability, good electrical properties and good chemical resistance.

Typical properties

Density~1.30–1.32 g/cm³
Tensile strength~45–65 MPa
Melting point~220–230 °C
Electrical insulationgood

Typical applications

ConnectorsSwitch housingsSensor componentsTechnical injection moulded partsElectrical components

Industries

Electrical industryAutomotiveHousehold appliancesMechanical engineering

Processing

Injection moulding and compounding. PBT must be dried before processing to avoid hydrolysis.

How NSB supplies PBT

NSB Polymers trades PBT in Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade and Stocklot qualities — sourced from 50+ producers and 200+ trading partners worldwide. Available lots change weekly.

Related materials

Typical guide values only. Actual density, tensile strength, MFI, heat deflection and processing behaviour vary by producer, additive package, reinforcement content, moisture, colour, recycled content and quality level (Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade, Stocklot). These values are not a specification and no guarantee of suitability for a specific application — binding are only written offers and agreed specifications. See our Note on product information.

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Minimum commercial quantity: 10 t / full truckload or container lots.

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