Extem XH1015 GF30 vs Extem XH1015 PTFE15
Polymer · Extem XH1015 grade comparison
Extem XH1015 GF30 and Extem XH1015 PTFE15 are two grades of the same polymer grade, Extem XH1015: GF30 (30% glass-fiber reinforced compound) versus PTFE15 (pTFE-lubricated bearing/wear compound). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Extem XH1015 GF30 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 115 MPa (16.7 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for Extem XH1015 PTFE15, about 28% more; tensile strength follows at 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) vs 90 MPa (13.1 ksi). In exchange, Extem XH1015 PTFE15 is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 2% for Extem XH1015 GF30. Extem XH1015 PTFE15 is lighter (1.42 g/cm³ vs 1.55 g/cm³ for Extem XH1015 GF30) and Extem XH1015 GF30 is stiffer (10 GPa vs 3.4 GPa). On the shop floor, Extem XH1015 PTFE15 machines more easily (good vs fair) and Extem XH1015 GF30 welds better (fair vs poor).
Extem XH1015 GF30Choose it when strength drives the design, or when it will be welded.
Extem XH1015 PTFE15Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when weight is the constraint.
Extem XH1015 GF30 vs Extem XH1015 PTFE15: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Extem XH1015 GF30Extem XH1015 PTFE15
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell M
Same in both: Shear Modulus 1.3 GPa0.19 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.38 · Compressive Modulus 3.3 GPa0.48 Msi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Same in both: Glass Transition (Tg) 267°C513 °F · Water Absorption (24 h) 0.4% · Water Absorption (Saturation) 1.4% · Refractive Index 1.67
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 1,200 J/kg·K0.29 BTU/lb·°F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °F · Max Service Temperature (short-term) 300°C572 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Same in both: Dielectric Strength 22 kV/mm559 V/mil · Dielectric Constant (1 MHz) 3.2 · Dissipation Factor (1 MHz) 0.004 · Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁷ Ω·cm · Surface Resistivity 1×10¹⁶ Ω · Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) 175 V
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 88 / 100 · UV / Weathering Resistance 40 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Mold Shrinkage
Same in both: Polishability 70 / 100 · Melt Flow Rate 15 g/10 min · Processing Melt Temperature (typ.) 400°C752 °F · Mold Temperature (typ.) 200°C392 °F
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 260 MJ/kg111,780 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 13 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 350 L/kg41.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 0%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Extem XH1015 GF30 vs Extem XH1015 PTFE15 — frequently asked
Is Extem XH1015 GF30 stronger than Extem XH1015 PTFE15?
Yes. Extem XH1015 GF30 has a typical yield strength of 115 MPa (16.7 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for Extem XH1015 PTFE15 — about 28% more. Tensile strength is 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) vs 90 MPa (13.1 ksi).
Which grade does FabDigit quote by default, GF30 or PTFE15?
UNF is the default Extem XH1015 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither GF30 nor PTFE15). The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.
Which is easier to machine, Extem XH1015 GF30 or Extem XH1015 PTFE15?
Extem XH1015 PTFE15. Its machinability rates good (62/100) against fair (38/100) for Extem XH1015 GF30; for welding the order is Extem XH1015 GF30 first (fair, 35/100) then Extem XH1015 PTFE15 (poor, 15/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Extem XH1015 GF30 and Extem XH1015 PTFE15 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.