POM-C vs POM-C LF (PTFE-filled)
Polymer · grade comparison
POM-C and POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) are both polymer grades. POM-C is the stronger of the two: yield strength 63 MPa (9.14 ksi) against 45 MPa (6.53 ksi) for POM-C LF (PTFE-filled), about 40% more; tensile strength follows at 65 MPa (9.43 ksi) vs 47 MPa (6.82 ksi). POM-C is the more ductile: elongation 32% versus 20% for POM-C LF (PTFE-filled). POM-C is lighter (1.41 g/cm³ vs 1.52 g/cm³ for POM-C LF (PTFE-filled)) and POM-C is stiffer (2.8 GPa vs 2.5 GPa). On the shop floor, POM-C welds better (fair vs not recommended) and POM-C sits in a lower cost tier (standard, $$) than POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) (premium, $$$).
POM-CChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
POM-C vs POM-C LF (PTFE-filled): 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
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell M
Hardness, Rockwell R
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Water Absorption (24 h)
Water Absorption (Saturation)
Refractive Index
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
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Same in both: Max Service Temperature (continuous) 100°C212 °F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °F · Max Service Temperature (short-term) 140°C284 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 1×10¹² Ω·m3.94×10¹⁹ µΩ·in · Dielectric Strength 20 kV/mm508 V/mil · Dielectric Constant (1 MHz) 3.7 · Dissipation Factor (1 MHz) 0.005 · Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm · Surface Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω · Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) 600 V
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: UV / Weathering Resistance 30 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Mold Shrinkage
Melt Flow Rate
Processing Melt Temperature (typ.)
Same in both: Machinability 88 / 100 · 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 | POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) |
|---|---|---|
| CNC machining | Yes | — |
| Sheet metal | Yes | — |
| Injection molding | Yes | — |
| Default condition | Unfilled | — |
| Relative cost | $$ Standard | $$$ Premium |
| Min. machined wall | 0.5 mm | — |
| Best machined surface | Ra 0.8 µm | — |
| Chrome Plating (Plastic) | Yes | — |
| EMI Shielding Coating | Yes | — |
| Painting | Yes | — |
| Soft Touch Coating | Yes | — |
| Spray Painting | Yes | — |
| UV Coating | Yes | — |
POM-C vs POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) — frequently asked
Is POM-C stronger than POM-C LF (PTFE-filled)?
Yes. POM-C has a typical yield strength of 63 MPa (9.14 ksi) against 45 MPa (6.53 ksi) for POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) — about 40% more. Tensile strength is 65 MPa (9.43 ksi) vs 47 MPa (6.82 ksi).
Which is cheaper, POM-C or POM-C LF (PTFE-filled)?
POM-C is the lower-cost material: it sits in the standard tier ($$) while POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) is premium ($$$). Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Which welds better, POM-C or POM-C LF (PTFE-filled)?
POM-C. Its weldability rates fair (35/100) against not recommended (5/100) for POM-C LF (PTFE-filled).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in POM-C and POM-C LF (PTFE-filled) 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.