Kydex^® Sheet

Cost-effective moldable and thermoformable plastic sheet for aviation and transport interior applications, medical equipment, equipment housings, and more.

Kydex^® is a machinable thermoplastic with electrical insulating properties that may be molded or formed into nearly any shape. Available in a number of colors, textures, and patterns, Kydex^® is easy to clean and is suitable for a wide range of applications and industries.

Properties

Thermoformable
Durable
Good electrical properties
Can be drilled, brake formed, or punch pressed
Cost-effective

Applications

Exhibits and kiosks
Medical equipment
Knife sheaths
Transit interior parts
Furniture components

Industries

Aviation
Automotive
Mass Transit
Medical
Emerging Technology

Kydex^® Overview

What is Kydex^®?

Kydex^® is a durable extruded acrylic-PVC alloy plastic sheet with high impact strength and electrical insulation properties. With superior formability, fabrication, and tooling quality, Kydex^® is frequently utilized in the aviation, transportation, medical, and construction industries.

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Customers Also Asked:

What is Kydex^® made from?

Kydex^® sheet is made from an extremely durable acrylic-PVC extruded alloy. Kydex^® sheet combines the rigidity and formability of acrylic with the durability and chemical resistance of PVC and comes in a range of colors, textures, and patterns.

How durable is Kydex^®?

Kydex® is extremely durable - it has great impact strength and resists both scratches and gouging that would mar other materials such as painted metal. Kydex® sheets can be drilled, brake formed, or punch pressed. It resists chemicals and corrosion and may be cleaned with tougher chemical cleaners without damaging the sheet surface.

Is Kydex^® the same as ABS?

Though the two may look similar visually, Kydex^® is not the same material as ABS. Kydex^® sheet is made from extruded acrylic-PVC alloy, while ABS is made from a blend of acrylonitrile, butadiene, and styrene. Although both materials are known for their electrical properties, Kydex^® has better impact resistance and flexibility while ABS withstands higher temperatures.

General Properties¹ of Kydex^®

Property

Unit

Value

Specific Gravity

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1.35

Tensile Strength

psi

6100

Flexural Strength

psi

9100

Modulus of Elasticity

ksi

320

Izod Impact (Notched)

ft-lbs/in.

Heat Deflection Temperature

°F

137

Forming Temperature

°F

325-390

Mold Shrinkage

0.4-0.6

¹The values listed are typical and are meant only as a guide to aid in design. Field testing is always recommended to determine exact values for each application.

Kydex Quick Facts

Kydex^® Black Sheet

Kydex^® Color Sheets

Kydex^® Bundles

Kydex^® T Sheet - Calcutta Black

Kydex^® is a thermoforming material with many colors, textures, and patterns.

Kydex<sup>®</sup> T Sheet - Calcutta Black

Kydex^® T Sheet - Polar White #62000

Kydex^® is a thermoforming material with many colors, textures, and patterns.

Kydex<sup>®</sup> T Sheet - Polar White #62000

Kydex^® Pre-Cut 1x1 ft. Bundles

Pre-Cut to Size 1x1 ft. Kydex^® Thermoforming Bundles

Kydex<sup>®</sup> Pre-Cut 1x1 ft. Bundles

Kydex^® Pre-Cut 2x4 ft. Bundles

Pre-Cut to Size 2x4 ft. Kydex^® Thermoforming Bundles

Kydex<sup>®</sup> Pre-Cut 2x4 ft. Bundles

Kydex^® Colors Sample Pack

Includes four Kydex^® samples in black, white and brown.

Thermoforming Material Sample Pack

12x12" Samples of ABS, Styrene, Acrylic, Polycarbonate, Kydex^®, Polypropylene, Polyethylene, Expanded PVC, and PETG.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Vinyl Chloride, CAS 75-01-4, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

Kydex® Sheet

Cost-effective moldable and thermoformable plastic sheet for aviation and transport interior applications, medical equipment, equipment housings, and more.

Kydex^® Sheet