PSU-Solvay Udel P-1700
Sustaining clear optical transparency and high mechanical strength under continuous steam exposure up to 149°C requires a specialized amorphous backbone, which Syensqo’s Udel P-1700 (formerly Solvay) delivers through its unreinforced, high-purity polysulfone (PSU) matrix. Featuring a density of 1.24 g/cm³ and a melt flow rate of 6.5 g/10 min, this rigid polymer complies with FDA 21 CFR 177.1655, NSF 51, and NSF 61 regulatory standards for food and water contact. Jucheng Precision, operating under ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certified systems, excels in high-temperature cleanroom molding of Udel P-1700. Utilizing in-house 5-axis CNC-machined S136 stainless steel tooling, we eliminate volatile splay and cooling voids, delivering flawless medical components verified by Zeiss CMM.
Udel P-1700 Physical & Regulatory Compliance Profile
Udel® P-1700 is an unreinforced, standard-viscosity amorphous Polysulfone (PSU) resin, certified to deliver outstanding strength, continuous hydrolytic stability, and food/potable water compliance:
| Regulatory & Quality Standard | Udel P-1700 Certification Reference | Implication for MedTech & Water Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Drinking Water Safety | NSF STD-61 Listed (Commercial Hot) | Guarantees full material safety for continuous hot water contact (tested up to 82°C/180°F), perfect for plumbing manifolds and couplers. |
| Food Safety Compliance | FDA 21 CFR 177.1655 / NSF STD-51 | Fully approved for repeated direct food-contact applications, ensuring zero plastic odor or flavor leaching under microwave steam heat. |
| Biocompatibility | ISO 10993 / ASTM F702 compliant | Meets non-toxic, bio-inert standards for medical devices and components contacting blood or biological fluids for up to 24 hours. |
Process & Sterilization Configurations for Transparent Udel P-1700
With its amorphous structure and excellent melt strength, Udel P-1700 is highly suitable for stable component runs:
| Process Category | Molding Compatibility & Process Setup Details |
|---|---|
| Autoclavable Medical Devices | Excellent. Molded within our ISO Class 7/8 cleanrooms to produce medical fluidic manifolds, blood dialyzers, surgical tools, and dental parts. |
| Food Service & Cookware | Excellent. Withstands repeated microwave steam heating and aggressive alkaline detergents. Ideal for commercial food containers and dairy equipment. |
| Municipal Hot-Water Fittings | Excellent. High resistance to mineral acids and salt solutions. Specified for residential hot-water pipe couplers, faucet valve cores, and manifold joints. |
PSU-Solvay Udel P-1700 Tooling & Moisture Outgassing Blueprint
Molding an amorphous high-viscosity resin like Udel P-1700 requires precise gate sizing to prevent high melt pressures, alongside thorough pre-drying:
Desiccant Drying & Splay Prevention
Polysulfone is highly hygroscopic. Moisture causes cosmetic splay, bubbles, and loss of transparent optical quality. We pre-dry the raw resin in desiccant hopper dryers at 135°C–163°C (275°F to 325°F) for 3.5 hours, keeping moisture strictly below 0.05% to secure optimal structural density.
Isotropic Low Shrinkage & Dimensional Stability
Udel P-1700 exhibits low and highly uniform shrinkage (typically 0.70%) due to its amorphous matrix. We machine precise core and cavity blocks on our 5-axis CNCs, ensuring that the molded parts are completely flat and warp-free.
High-Temperature Melt & Mold Control
Processing barrel temperatures are maintained between 329°C and 385°C (625°F to 725°F) to ensure homogeneous flow. Mold temperatures are kept at 121°C to 163°C (250°F to 325°F) using pressurized oil temperature controllers to reduce internal molding stresses.
Rust-Resistant Tool Steel (S136 steel)
To prevent mold rust and ensure optical-grade part finishes, we construct mold cavities from premium S136 stainless steel, mirror-polished to a high level. This ensures that the molded parts release cleanly without drag marks during automated runs.
Key Application Fields for PSU-Solvay Udel P-1700
- Medical & Laboratory Devices (ISO 13485): Clear hemodialyzer housings, pharmaceutical filtration devices, disposable surgical tools, dental instrument parts, and chemical assay cups.
- Municipal & Industrial Plumbing: Hot-water pipe connectors, residential faucet mixing valve cores, dynamic manifolds, flow meters, and agricultural water spray nozzles.
- Food-Safe Commercial Appliances: Autoclavable infant bottles, microwave cookware, food-service steam pans, commercial dairy equipment, and hot-beverage machine connectors.
Properties
| Density | 1.24 g/cm³ |
| Melt Mass-Flow Rate (MFR) (343°C/2.16kg | 6.5 g/10 min |
| Tensile Modulus | 2,480 MPa |
| Tensile Strength at Yield | 70.3 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation at Break | 50 - 100 % |
| Flexural Strength | 106 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus | 2,690 MPa |
| Izod Notched Impact Strength (23°C) | 69 J/m |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | 185 °C |
| Deflection Temperature Under Load (1.80 MPa) | 174 °C |
| Linear Mold Shrinkage | 0.7 % |
| Dielectric Strength | 17 kV/mm |
| Volume Resistivity | 3.0E+16 Ohm-cm |
| Maximum Part Size | 1000 x 800 mm |
| Minimum Part Size | 1 x 1 mm |