VESPEL® Polyimide Guide: High-Performance Material Solutions | Matsumoto (MITC)

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The Ultimate High-Temperature Engineering Plastic

 

What is Vespel Polyimide ?

VESPEL® is DuPont™’s flagship high-performance polyimide (PI) material, engineered to outperform metals and ceramics in extreme environments. With unmatched thermal stability (-269°C to +300°C), chemical resistance, and self-lubricating properties, VESPEL® is the go-to solution for aerospace, semiconductor, automotive, and industrial applications.

5 Reasons Engineers Choose Vespel Polyimide ( PI )

  1. Extreme Temperature Performance

    • Maintains mechanical integrity from cryogenic (-269°C) to high-heat (300°C) conditions – ideal for rocket components and semiconductor equipment.

  2. Superior Mechanical Strength

    • Compression strength up to 220 MPa – and the wear resistance is more than 10 times that of ordinary plastics. It can replace metal for high-load parts such as bearings and gears.

  3. Chemical Inertness

    • Resists acids, alkalis, fuels, and solvents – perfect for chemical processing and oil/gas applications.

  4. Self-Lubricating & Low Friction

    • Coefficient of friction is low  eliminates need for external lubricants in vacuum environments.

  5. Ultra-Low Outgassing

    • Spacecraft components with near-zero volatile emissions in vacuum

VESPEL®Polyimide ( PI ) Applications Across Industries

Industry Use Cases
Aerospace Rocket nozzle insulators, satellite bearings
Semiconductor Wafer handling , plasma etcher parts
Automotive  seals, EV battery insulation
Medical MRI cryogenic components, surgical tool guides
Energy Nuclear  seals, deep-sea drilling parts
Vespel Application Areas

VESPEL®Polyimide ( PI ) vs. Traditional Materials

Property VESPEL® Polyimide ( PI ) Ordinary plastics Stainless Steel
Max Temp Resistance 300-350°C 70-250°C Prone to oxidation
Weight 1.45 g/cm³ 1.3-2.4 g/cm³ 7.8 g/cm³
Chemical Resistance Excellent Moderate Poor (corrodes)
Maintenance None required Frequent replacement Regular lubrication

Why Choose Us for VESPEL® Polyimide ( PI )Solutions?

1. VESPEL®Polyimide ( PI ) Stock Shapes

  • Rods: Ø5mm–140mm (Cut-to-length available for some diameter )

  • Sheets: 2mm–100mm thickness (Custom sizes supported)

  • Tubes: Customized ID/OD for complex assemblies

2. Precision Machining Services

  • CNC milling, turning, grinding with ±0.005mm tolerance

  • Ultrasonic cleaning and vacuum packaging

  • We have currently processed and customized vespel complex components for many aerospace, semiconductor, precision electronics, and medical customers, and have been recognized by them

vespel rod and sheet
DuPont™ VESPEL® polyimide

Complete VespeL® Product Range

SP Series

  • SP-1: Insulating parts in high-precision electronics, wear-resistant components in low-load devices.
  • SP-21: Bearings, thrust washers, and sliding blocks for both lubricated and unlubricated industrial machinery.
  • SP-211: Lubrication-free bearings in food processing equipment, low-friction sliding parts in medical devices.
  • SP-22: Precision gears, sensor housings, and dimensional-critical components in high-temperature industrial ovens.
  • SP-3: Seals and bearings in space exploration equipment, high-vacuum chamber internal parts.

Special Grades

SCP-5000: Insulating parts in semiconductor plasma etchers, chemical-resistant components in pharmaceutical equipment.

SCP-5050: Aerospace wear pads, glass manufacturing transfer components, high-temperature fasteners in automotive engines.

vespel rod and sheet
DuPont™ VESPEL® polyimide

Ready to Elevate Your Design?

Request a Quote in 3 Steps:

  1. Initiate an inquiry : send us your requirements or drawings by email

  2. Choose materials: Choose from VESPEL® SP-1, SP-21, SP 211,SP-3 grades or SCP series

  3. Get Delivery: Standard lead time 7-10 days (Expedited options available).

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