POM-C ESD vs POM-C UV
Polymer · grade comparison
POM-C ESD and POM-C UV are both polymer grades. POM-C UV is the stronger of the two: yield strength 63 MPa (9.14 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for POM-C ESD, about 26% more; tensile strength follows at 64 MPa (9.28 ksi) vs 52 MPa (7.54 ksi). POM-C UV is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 12% for POM-C ESD. POM-C ESD is stiffer (3.2 GPa vs 2.8 GPa) and POM-C ESD conducts heat better (0.38 W/m·K vs 0.31 W/m·K). On the shop floor, POM-C UV sits in a lower cost tier (standard, $$) than POM-C ESD (premium, $$$).
POM-C UVChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
POM-C ESD vs POM-C UV: 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.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Compressive Modulus
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell M
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Same in both: Shear Strength 55 MPa8 ksi · Hardness, Rockwell R 118 HRR
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Water Absorption (24 h)
Water Absorption (Saturation)
Same in both: Melting Temperature (Tm) 166°C331 °F · Glass Transition (Tg) -60°C-76 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Min Service Temperature
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 1,470 J/kg·K0.35 BTU/lb·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 100°C212 °F · Vicat Softening Point (B50) 155°C311 °F · Limiting Oxygen Index 15% · Max Service Temperature (short-term) 140°C284 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Volume Resistivity
Surface Resistivity
Dielectric Strength
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)
Comparative Tracking Index (CTI)
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Mold Shrinkage
Processing Melt Temperature (typ.)
Same in both: Weldability 35 / 100 · Melt Flow Rate 9 g/10 min · Mold Temperature (typ.) 90°C194 °F
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Typical Recycled Content 0%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Thermal Shock Resistance Index 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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | POM-C ESD | POM-C UV |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$ Premium | $$ Standard |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
POM-C ESD vs POM-C UV — frequently asked
Is POM-C UV stronger than POM-C ESD?
Yes. POM-C UV has a typical yield strength of 63 MPa (9.14 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for POM-C ESD — about 26% more. Tensile strength is 64 MPa (9.28 ksi) vs 52 MPa (7.54 ksi).
Which is cheaper, POM-C ESD or POM-C UV?
POM-C UV is the lower-cost material: it sits in the standard tier ($$) while POM-C ESD is premium ($$$). Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Which is easier to machine, POM-C ESD or POM-C UV?
POM-C UV. Its machinability rates excellent (88/100) against very good (80/100) for POM-C ESD.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in POM-C ESD and POM-C UV 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.