PP (Polipropileno)

Polypropylene (PP) is a lightweight, versatile plastic renowned for its exceptional chemical resistance and unique "living hinge" capability. It is nearly immune to most acids, bases, and organic solvents, making it a staple in the Chemical Processing and Medical sectors. However, PP is notoriously difficult to machine due to its high thermal expansion and tendency to produce burrs. At Jucheng Precision, we have mastered the art of machining PP. Using ultra-sharp tooling and optimized cooling techniques, we produce burr-free PP manifolds, containers, and functional hinges with tight tolerances. Our expertise ensures that your PP parts maintain their lightweight and fatigue-resistant properties while meeting your exact geometric requirements.

PP CNC Parts

Available Polypropylene Types

Grau Nome Comum Características Principais Aplicações Típicas
PP Homopolymer Rigid PP Higher strength and stiffness. Best for structural chemical tanks and labware. Chemical manifolds, valves, pump parts.
PP Copolymer Impact PP Improved impact resistance at low temperatures. More flexible. Automotive battery cases, protective covers.
Glass-Filled PP PP GF20/30 Reinforced for much higher rigidity and dimensional stability. Appliance components, automotive structural parts.

PP Machining Capabilities

Capacidade Descrição Técnica Vantagem Jucheng
Burr-Free Milling Using specialized high-speed spindles and sharp geometry tools to shear PP cleanly. Eliminates manual deburring, ensuring smooth internal channels for fluidic manifolds.
Living Hinge Fabrication Precision milling of thin sections (down to 0.3mm) to create durable, integrated hinges. Ensures thousands of flex cycles without material fatigue or failure.
Precision Tank Turning Turning large-diameter PP cylinders with consistent wall thickness. Our rigid lathes prevent material “pushing,” achieving perfect roundness for chemical containment.

Fabrication Guidelines for Polypropylene

Controle de Calor: PP has a low melting point. Standard tools will gum up quickly. Dica: We use sharp tools and abundant air-cooling to maintain a cold cutting zone.

Estratégia de Fixação: PP is soft and easily deformed. We use custom soft jaws and vacuum tables to distribute pressure evenly without marring the waxy surface.

Crescimento Dimensional: PP has a high thermal expansion coefficient. We machine in temperature-controlled environments to ensure the parts fit correctly at room temperature.

Principais Indústrias de Aplicação

Chemical & Labware: Manifolds, acid-resistant valves, and custom containers for aggressive fluids.

Médico: Orthopedic braces and sterilization-resistant laboratory tools that require low weight.

Consumer Products: Reusable containers and functional prototypes with integrated “living” components.

Propriedades do Material

Densidade 0.90 - 0.92 g/cm³
Resistência à Tração 30 - 40 MPa
Módulo de Elasticidade 1.1 - 1.6 GPa
Dureza 70 - 100 HRB
Temperatura de Serviço Contínuo 100 - 110 °C
Absorção de Água < 0,01 %
Ponto de Fusão 160 - 170 °C
Tamanho Máx. da Peça 2000 x 800 x 600