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Value Added Benefits of DuPont™ Vespel®

  • Vespel® resin and shapes are made in the USA to ensure consistent quality
  • Self-lubricating capabilities with low friction and wear
  • Lightweight alternative to metals; machines to tight tolerances
  • Excellent heat resistance and withstands wide temperature ranges from cryogenic to 300º +/-
  • Offers strength, stiffness, vibration reduction, and dimensional stability
  • Most grades are strong insulators with low thermal conductivity
  • Works well under hard vacuum, radiation, oxygen compatibility, and exposure to flame
  • Filled versions of the SP line provide added benefits for specific application needs
  • There are a wide range of grades to serve demanding industries from oil and gas to aerospace

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DuPont Vespel for Aerospace

By substituting for heavier metal materials, DuPont™ Vespel® helps solve aerospace weight challenges. It offers enhanced durability and consistent reliability when exposed to radiation and extreme thermal cycles.

DuPont Vespel for Automotive

DuPont™ Vespel® provides solutions for the automotive industry that increase efficiency, safety, and friction resistance. This lightweight polyimide can withstand extreme temperature cycles to ensure engines run reliably.

DuPont Vespel for Electronics

By resisting high temperatures and aggressive chemicals, DuPont™ Vespel® advances electronics fabrication. These materials improve safety and lower maintenance and contamination risks for electrical systems.

DuPont Vespel for Industrial

DuPont™ Vespel® parts maximize industrial productivity and sustainability by reducing equipment costs and maintenance delays, lowering costs and pushing manufacturing efficiency and to the next level.

Why Choose Vespel® from thyssenkrupp Engineered Plastics?

  • Quotes provided quickly by our team of dedicated plastics experts
  • We are AS9100, ISO 9001, and CMMC 2.0 certified
  • thyssenkrupp Engineered Plastics is an authorized distributor for DuPont™ Vespel®
  • Every Vespel® order comes with an authentic DuPont™ certificate of conformance
  • A wide variety of Vespel® grades and shapes (SP and SCP series) are available
  • Our network of locations across the USA offers quick and reliable delivery
  • We implement world class transportation and supply chain optimization strategies

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Available DuPont™ Vespel® Grades and Capabilities

  • Vespel® SP-1: Available in plaque and rod, this high-performance polyimide offers exceptional strength with low outgassing and minimal electrical and thermal conductivity.
  • Vespel® SP-21: Offered in plaque and rod, this grade offers low elongation, high stiffness, and low friction and wear properties.
  • Vespel® SP-211: Available in plaque and rod, SP-211 features a low coefficient of friction and self-lubricating properties, delivering outstanding wear and creep resistance.
  • Vespel® SP-22: Supplied in plaque and rod, SP-22 provides high dimensional stability and minimal thermal expansion, making it an excellent choice for precision parts exposed to fluctuating temperatures and tight tolerance requirements.
  • Vespel® SP-3: Offered in plaque and rod, this grade is engineered for low outgassing, and superior wear and friction resistance, while maintaining high stiffness and strength.

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  • Vespel® SP-202: Available in plaque only, SP-202 offers excellent heat tolerance and effective electrostatic charge removal. Its graphite-filled composition provides insulating properties while maintaining stability in elevated temperature environments.
  • Vespel® SCP-5000: Offered in plaque and rod, this advanced grade delivers an extremely low coefficient of friction along with excellent chemical resistance across broad temperature ranges.
  • Vespel® SCP-5009: Available exclusively in rod, SCP-5009 provides excellent sealing capabilities and high compressive strength, making it highly effective for high-pressure sealing applications requiring durability and reliability.
  • Vespel® SCP-50094: Supplied only in rod, this grade offers superior chemical and oxidative resistance combined with enhanced wear resistance, supporting long-term performance in aggressive operating conditions.
  • Vespel® SCP-5050: Available only in rod, SCP-5050 has a coefficient of thermal expansion similar to steel, it performs reliably in assemblies requiring material compatibility and tight mechanical tolerances.

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FAQs

What Certifications and Traceability Can You Provide?

We provide a DuPont™ certificate of conformance (includes resin lot, batch number, material grade, tensile strength, elongation, and specific gravity) with each order.

Can I Purchase Vespel® Online from thyssenkrupp Engineered Plastics?

thyssenkrupp Engineered Plastics gives users the ability to add Vespel® products to their cart through our eCommerce experience, however, we always require users to contact sales for a quote prior to purchasing this product.

What Grade of Vespel® Do I Need?

Our team of specialized plastics experts are trained to help you find the specific grade for your application. At thyssenkrupp Engineered Plastics, our knowledge and experience working with each grade of Vespel® can help shorten your development cycle and present you with options. We help you evaluate the trade-offs between material pricing and finished part costs to identify the most cost-effective solution for your application

What Material Specifications Does Vespel® Meet?

DuPont™ Vespel® meets a variety of different material specifications such as: ASTM-D-6456 (supersedes MIL-R-46198), AMS-3644*, A50TF146*, HS8441*, PWA449*, and CPW411*. These are some of the aerospace material specifications that the Vespel® meets. Vespel® is a specialty engineered polyimide designed to withstand the demanding conditions of the aerospace industry.

*Requires authorization from GE Aerospace (A50TF146), or RTX (HS8441*, PWA449*, and CPW411)

Ensuring Your DuPont™ Vespel® is Authentic

To protect your company from liability, always source Vespel® shapes through an authorized distributor. Some unauthorized resellers attempt to sell counterfeit rods by machining larger stock into smaller diameters and altering Certificates of Conformance (CoCs). These fraudulent products fail to meet ASTM D 6456-99, and other OEM specifications. Genuine Vespel® ensures the material characteristics and performance standards that only DuPont’s proprietary molding process can provide. DuPont™, the DuPont Oval Logo, Vespel® are trademarks or registered trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates. Copyright © 2023 DuPont de Nemours Inc.


How the Quote Process Works

  1. Submit your quote request (grade, size, quantity, location). If you need guidance or more information please fill in the message section at the end of the form below.

  2. Our team confirms availability, pricing, and lead time, or we will help you find the right grade for your application

  3. We will provide you with a quote for your review

  4. Place your order with us!

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