Thermoplastic Materials for Throttle Body Applications GE Plastics

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Smithson, James F., author.

Conference Name:

International Congress & Exposition (1999-03-01 : Detroit, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1999

Summary:

Use of thermoplastic materials for throttle body applications can offer substantial weight, cost, and integration benefits. This paper will discuss the many elements that comprise materials selection, as well as the design and testing of composite throttle bodies. Polyetherimide (PEI), polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) materials will be discussed and compared as candidates for automotive throttle bodies.The focus areas that will be covered in this paper include:

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Publisher Number:

1999-01-0316

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license