Polyimide MELDIN

Direct Formable 7000 Series

Thermosetting Materials

Temperature from
cryogenic to 3150C (600F)
Intermittently
up to 4820C (900F)
Self-lubricating
properties

Available as:
Machined parts
Stock shapes
Direct formed parts
Principal Features of MELDIN 7000
Geometric Stability
at High Temperature
MELDIN 7000 series materials exhibit
extremely high geometric stability at
elevated temperatures. Testing has
shown MELDIN 7000 to have less
than 0.04% variation from its original
dimensions after cycling from 73F
(22.77C) to 500F (260C) over a
2-day period.
Total Process Control.
Powder-to-Parts
Our expanding resin production facility
and our R&D testing labs allow Saint-
Gobain Performance Plastics to maintain
control of the quality and source of the
base polyimide resin. Our "Powder-to-
Parts" capability means total process
control of resin production, stock shape
manufacturing, direct forming, and
critical dimensional machining of your
finished parts.
Longer Life at Higher
Loads and Speeds
The self-lubricating grades of MELDIN
7000 do not melt when exposed to high
load (P), or high speed (V) applications,
as compared to more traditional PTFE or
thermoplastic polymers. P x V limits for
MELDIN 7000 self-lubricating grades
exceed 300,000 in dry environments
and past 1,000,000 in liquid or grease
lubricated environments.

Technical Graphs
Meldin 7000 Series - Tensile Strength

80.0
11,000
70.0
Meldin 7001
10,000
Meldin 7021
9,000
60.0
8,000
50.0 7,000
MPa

6,000
psi

40.0
5,000
30.0 4,000

20.0 3,000

2,000
10.0
1,000

0.0 0
23C/75F 260C/500F
Temperature

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 MELDIN 7000 Compounds
MELDIN 7001, Unfilled Grade
A thermosetting polyimide, MELDIN
7001 is our unfilled base resin. This
grade offers the maximum mechanical
properties and high chemical resistance.
The MELDIN 7001 grade is ideal
for electrical and thermal insulating
applications. More ductile than ceramics,
and lighter weight than metals,
MELDIN 7001 is a popular choice for
structural parts in aerospace and other
applications where metal replacement
is desirable.
MELDIN 7211, Lowest Friction Grade
MELDIN 7211 has 10% PTFE and 15%
graphite filler, which provides our lowest
coefficient of friction grade.
MELDIN 7021, Self-Lubricating Grade
Our self-lubricating grade, MELDIN
7021, has 15% by weight graphite fillers,
encapsulated by the base polyimide
resin. With its low coefficient of friction
and high heat resistance (up to 900F
[482C]), MELDIN 7021 provides our
customers the best all-around choice
for high temperature bearings, seals,
and other low-wear applications. Product availability:
Basic shapes
Finished parts
MELDIN 7022 Manufacturing processes:
With 40% graphite filler, the MELDIN Compression Molding
7022 grade offers additional
Injection Molding
dimensional stability and the lowest
coefficient of thermal expansion of any Direct forming
MELDIN grade. Machined parts

MELDIN 7003
MELDIN 7003 includes 15%
molybdenum disulfide lubricating filler
for wear applications that operate in a
vacuum or in very dry conditions.

Outgassing per ASTM E-595-93 Outgassing per ASTM E-595-93 Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Total Mass Loss (%TML) Collected Volatile Condensable Materials (%CVCM) Meldin 7001
1.20 0.10 100
Spec Limit
1.10 0.09 90
1.00
Spec Limit 0.08 80
0.90
0.07 70
0.80
% Weight Loss

0.70 0.06 60
%

0.60 0.05 50
0.50 0.04 40
0.40
0.03 30
0.30
0.02 20
0.20

0.10 0.01 10

0.00 0.00 0
Meldin 7001 Meldin 7021 Meldin 7001 Meldin 7021 0 200 400 600 800
Temperature (C)

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Typical Properties of MELDIN 7000
MELDIN 7001
Molding Method Code DF CM
Molding Method Description Direct Formed Compression Molded
PROPERTY at @ 73F (23C) TEST METHOD ENGLISH (METRIC)
MECHANICAL
Tensile Strength ASTM D638 psi (MPa) 10500 (72.4) 12500 (86.2)
Elongation ASTM D638 % 8.0 8.0
Flexural Strength ASTM D790 psi (MPa) 12800 (88) 15800 (109)
Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 psi x 105 (GPa) 3.7 (2.5) 4.6 (3.1)
Compressive Stress @ 1% Strain ASTM D695 psi (MPa) 3000 (21) 3800 (26.2)
Compressive Stress @ 10% Strain ASTM D695 psi (MPa) 14000 (96.5) 18500 (127.5)
Compressive Modulus ASTM D695 psi x 105 (GPa) 2.9 (2.0) 3.8 (2.6)
COEFFICIENT OF THERMAL EXPANSION
73 to 500F (23 to 260C) ASTM E831 in/in/F (m/m/C) x 105 2.7 (4.9) 2.7 (4.9)
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-80 to 73F (-62 to 23C) ASTM E831 in/in/F (m/m/C) x 10
Thermal Conductivity ASTM F433 BTU in/hr ft2 F (W/mC) 2.2 (0.31) 2.4 (0.34)
ELECTRICAL
Dielectric Strength, Short time 2mm (.08") thick ASTM D149 V/mil (MV/m) 580 (22.9)
Dielectric Constant 100 Hz ASTM D150 3.18
Dielectric Constant 10 KHz ASTM D150 3.16
Dielectric Constant 1 MHz ASTM D150 3.14
Surface Resistivity ASTM D257 Ohm-Sq 10^15 - 10^16
OTHER
Specific Gravity ASTM D792 1.34 1.43
Hardness Rockwell E ASTM D785 40 - 55
Water Absorption, 24 hours ASTM D570 % 0.23
Water Absorption, 48 hours ASTM D570 % 0.64
Deformation under Load @ 2000 psi ASTM D-621 % 0.1 0.1
Limiting Oxygen Index ASTM D2863 100
High Temperature Dimensional Stability @ 500F INTERNAL % Change 0.00% Max
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES @ 500F (260C)
Tensile Strength ASTM D638 psi (MPa) 5500 (38) 6250 (43)
Elongation ASTM D638 % 7.5 5.0
Flexural Strength ASTM D790 psi (MPa) 7000 (48) 9100 (62.7)
Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 psi x 105 (GPa) 2 (1.3) 2.5 (1.7)

SPECIFICATION QUALIFICATION
ASTM D 6456 - 99 Standard Specification for Finished Parts Made from Polyimide Resin Satisfies Type I D Type I P
SAE AMS 3644E Polyimide, Molded Rod, Bar and Tube, Plaque, and Formed Parts Satisfies Class 1 Form D Class 1 Form P
MIL-R-46198 Resin, Polyimide, Hot Pressed or Pressed and Sintered Satisfies Type I D Type I P

NOTE: For Type 1M, Form M, or Classes 1M, 2M, or 3M: Contact Saint-Gobain @ 401-253-2000

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 MELDIN 7021 MELDIN 7022 MELDIN 7211 MELDIN 7003
DF CM DF CM DF CM CM
Direct Formed Compression Molded Direct Formed Compression Molded Direct Formed Compression Molded Compression Molded

9100 (62.7) 9500 (65.5) 7200 (49.6) 8000 (55) 8000 (55) 7500 (51.7) 9200 (63.4)
5.5 4.7 3.0 3.0 5.4 4.0 5.5
13000 (89.5) 15800 (109) 10500 (72.4) 13000 (89.6) 11000 (75.8) 11800 (81.4) 13000 (89.6)
4.5 (3.0) 5.3 (3.6) 6.7 (4.5) 7.7 (5.2) 4.0 (2.7) 5.0 (3.4) 4.6 (3.1)
3400 (23) 4300 (29.7) 3300 (22.8) 4700 (32.4) 2300 (15.9) 3500 (24) 3700 (25.5)
15300 (106) 1800 (124) 14000 (96.5) 15500 (107) 11200 (77.2) 14950 (103) 17000 (117)
3.0 (2.1) 4.5 (3.1) 2.9 (2.0) 4.8 (3.3) 2.5 (1.7) 3.5 (2.4) 3.6 (2.5)

2.0 (3.6) 2.2 (4.0) 1.1 (2.0) 1.4 (2.5) 2.4 (4.3) 2.4 (4.3)

3.0 (0.43) 5 (0.71) 5.2 (0.74)

280 (11)



10^8 - 10^9

1.42 1.51 1.56 1.65 1.45 1.53 1.61

25-40 5-20 1 - 15
0.19 0.25 0.23
0.50 0.48 0.46
0.14 0.1 0.15 0.2
100
0.04% Max 0.002% Max 0.002% Max

4700 (32.4) 5700 (39.3) 4000 (27.6) 4500 (31) 4300 (29.7) 4300 (29.7)
5.2 3.2 3.0 2.4 5.1 2.8
7500 (51.7) 8600 (59.3) 6000 (41.4) 7000 (48.3) 6000 (41.4) 6000 (41.4)
2.6 (1.8) 3.5 (2.4) 3.8 (2.6) 5.2 (3.6) 2.7 (1.9) 3.0 (2.1)

Type II Class 1D Type II Class 1P Type II Class 2D Type II Class 2P Type II Class 3D Type II Class 3P Type III
Class 2 Form D Class 2 Form P Class 3 Form D Class 3 Form P Class 4 Form D Class 4 Form P Class 5 Form P
Type II Class 1D Type II Class 1P Type II Class 2D Type II Class 2P Type II Class 3D Type II Class 3P Type III

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Applications of MELDIN 7000

MELDIN 7001 materials are direct formed and machined

for use in critical plasma cutting torches in the torch
handle. These torches create high energy vortex gas
streams, and MELDIN 7000 parts distribute these gases
precisely due to their inherent dimensional stability and
machinability. Also, other parts in the torch handle
insulate high electrical energy from the user, ensuring
safe operation. High impact resistance increases the
useful life of this equipment as compared to ceramic
alternatives.

Our MELDIN 7021 self-lubricating polyimide

materials meet or exceed the most stringent
requirements for aerospace applications. Backed
up by third-party independent testing, the
MELDIN 7021 material grade provides our customers
with consistent mechanical and performance
properties for aircraft airframe systems such as
landing gear and fuselage components, as well as jet
engine parts such as pads, bumpers, washers, seals,
and bearings.

Semi-conductor manufacturing customers require process

equipment whose materials have high purity, high resistance
to solvents, oils, and other process chemicals, and high
electrical insulative properties all combined with the
ability to hold dimensional features over a wide temperature
range. The MELDIN 7001 unfilled resin grade fulfills all
these requirements. Available as finished machined parts, or
in basic shapes (ask about our 12" x 12" plates), MELDIN
7001 will add value to your production.

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 MELDIN 7211 is used in critical hydraulic and hot
gas piston ring applications because of its high
temperature resistance and low friction, particularly
against soft metals like aluminum and stainless
steel. In addition, the custom piston ring overlap
design minimized leakage and improved overall
efficiency of this self-lubricating ring seal.

For the manufacturer of specialty glass containers,

the process required a low friction, high temperature
resistant surface that would not cause cracking or
visual damage while the containers slid across the
surface. A unique hole pattern was developed to
provide a controlled cooling operation for the
containers. MELDIN 7022 was chosen due to its
high geometric stability and ability to provide a
smooth sliding surface without causing any
damage to the glass.

MELDIN 7001 unfilled polyimide grade was used as a

thermal insulator in a hot runner nozzle for an injection
molding machine. Designed especially for molding the
highest temperature materials, the hot runner nozzle
required a tip that thermally insulated the molten plastic
from the nozzle housing while preventing a color transfer of
the molten plastic onto the nozzle tip. This allowed the user
to quickly change the resin colors without having to
disassemble and change the nozzle.

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The data and details in this catalogue were correct and up-to-date at the time of printing and are intended to provide information on our products and their possible applications.
This catalogue is not a specification and does not assure specific product characteristics or make reference to the suitability of the products for a definite application.

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MELDIN 7000 Series

Temperature from Cryogenic to 31500C (600F)

Intermittently up to 48200C (900F)
Self-lubricating properties
Available as:
Machined parts
Stock shapes
Direct formed parts

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