POM-H GF20
Reinforced grade
ASTM D4181-POM0210 · ISO POM · also POM H, Ramtal
GF20 = 20 % glass-fiber reinforced
Choose for higher stiffness, creep resistance and load-bearing temperature; accept brittleness, anisotropic shrinkage and abrasive wear on tools.
Values for the GF20 condition
Other POM-H grades and fills
POM-H is listed in 10 conditions; see the grade overview at POM-H.
Compare all 10 grades and fillsHide
| Grade · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Impact modified / super-tough | Choose when notch sensitivity or cold impact governs — clips, latches and safety parts — at the cost of half the stiffness and strength. | 45 | 47 | 180 | 75 Shore D |
PTFE fiber filled | Use for unlubricated bearings, slides and gears where the lowest coefficient of friction and stick-slip-free motion are required. | 50 | 15 | 80 Shore D | |
Oil/silicone lubricated | For quiet, low-wear plastic-on-metal gear and slide contacts where oil bleed onto the mating face is acceptable. | 58 | 60 | 20 | 83 Shore D |
ESD / static-dissipative | For electronics handling fixtures, fuel-system parts and conveyor components requiring charge dissipation. | 58 | 58 | 8 | 87 Shore D |
MoS₂ filled | Economical low-wear bearing/gear grade where PTFE is not required; keeps most of the base stiffness. | 62 | 62 | 12 | 85 Shore D |
High viscosity | Pick when maximum toughness, fatigue life and creep resistance matter (gears, snap-fits) and the part is not thin-walled. | 68 | 72 | 45 | 85 Shore D |
Heat stabilized / low-emission | Use for continuous 100–120 °C service, hot-water contact or where formaldehyde emission and mold deposit must be minimized. | 69 | 70 | 30 | 86 Shore D |
High flow | For thin-wall, multi-cavity and long-flow parts where fill pressure dominates over toughness. | 70 | 70 | 18 | 86 Shore D |
GF20This page 20 % glass-fiber reinforced | Choose for higher stiffness, creep resistance and load-bearing temperature; accept brittleness, anisotropic shrinkage and abrasive wear on tools. | 105 | 3.5 | 90 HRM | |
25 % glass-fiber reinforced | Highest-stiffness standard acetal homopolymer grade for structural brackets and housings under sustained load. | 125 | 3 |
What is POM-H GF20?
POM-H GF20 is POM-H in the GF20 grade — choose for higher stiffness, creep resistance and load-bearing temperature; accept brittleness, anisotropic shrinkage and abrasive wear on tools. POM-H GF20 has a yield strength of 70 MPa (10.2 ksi) and a tensile strength of 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) — stronger than 79% of polymer grades. Elongation at break is 3.5% and the elastic modulus is 6.5 GPa (0.943 Msi). POM-H GF20 has a density of 1.56 g/cm³ (0.0564 lb/in³), heavier than 91% of polymer grades. Its glass-transition temperature is -60°C (-76 °F).
Advantages
- Tough — resists crack growth — 4 MPa·√m (3.64 ksi·√in), better than 92% of polymer grades
- Stiff — 6.5 GPa (0.943 Msi), better than 90% of polymer grades
- Conducts heat well — 0.31 W/m·K (0.179 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 87% of polymer grades
- High strength — 70 MPa (10.2 ksi), better than 79% of polymer grades
- Polishes to a fine finish — 70/100, better than 77% of polymer grades
Limitations
- Heavy — 1.56 g/cm³ (0.0564 lb/in³), worse than 91% of polymer grades
- Limited ductility — 3.5%, worse than 79% of polymer grades
- Degrades in UV without stabilisers — 25/100, worse than 76% of polymer grades
POM-H GF20 properties
Typical room-temperature values for POM-H GF20; 13 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are POM-H reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among polymer grades.
Physical5
POM-H GF20 has a density of 1.56 g/cm³ (0.0564 lb/in³), heavier than 91% of polymer grades. Its glass-transition temperature is -60°C (-76 °F).
Mechanical17
POM-H GF20 has a yield strength of 70 MPa (10.2 ksi) and a tensile strength of 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) — stronger than 79% of polymer grades. Elongation at break is 3.5% and the elastic modulus is 6.5 GPa (0.943 Msi).
Thermal11
POM-H GF20 is rated for continuous service to 110°C (230 °F). It conducts heat at 0.31 W/m·K (0.179 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 87% of polymer grades. Thermal expansion is 45 µm/m·K (25 µin/in·°F).
Electrical7
POM-H GF20 is an electrical insulator with a dielectric strength of 20 kV/mm (508 V/mil) and a resistivity of 1×10¹³ Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is very good (72/100), worse than 70% of polymer grades. UV resistance is poor.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of POM-H GF20 takes about 103 MJ of energy and emits 4.2 kg of CO₂ — less than 54% of polymer grades. Typical recycled content is 0%.
Manufacturability8
POM-H GF20's machinability is good (65/100, better than 66% of polymer grades); weldability fair (40/100); formability fair (45/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with POM-H GF20
Is POM-H easy to machine?
Outstanding to machine — sharp positive-rake tools, high speed, light feed, air or mist cooling; anneal 160 °C (slow cool) before finish cuts on tight-tolerance parts to relieve stress.
Can POM-H be welded?
No solvent cement bonds acetal; join by hot-plate, ultrasonic, spin or laser welding, or use mechanical fasteners; adhesive bonding needs plasma/flame or chromic-acid surface activation.
Can POM-H be formed, bent or molded?
Dry lightly (80 °C, 2–3 h) if wet, hold melt 205–225 °C and never exceed ~230 °C or dwell long (depolymerization/formaldehyde gas); mold at 80–120 °C, use generous gates and thick runners to feed the 2 % shrinkage and avoid voids in thick sections.
What surface finishes work on POM-H?
Machined or molded surfaces polish and burnish well; paints and adhesives require pre-treatment; can be laser-marked, hot-stamped or electroless-plated after specialized etch, but not anodized.
POM-H chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| heat/antioxidant stabilizer packagehindered phenol + formaldehyde scavenger (nitrogen compound), typical | 0.3 – 2 | 0.8 |
| acid scavenger / lubricantprocessing aid; grade dependent | 0.1 – 1 | 0.3 |
| carbon black / pigmentblack and UV grades only | 0 – 2 | 0.5 |
| glass fiberGF20/GF25 reinforcement variants | 0 – 25 | 0 |
| PTFEDelrin AF bearing variants | 0 – 20 | 0 |
| polyoxymethylene homopolymer (-CH2O-)acetate end-capped formaldehyde homopolymer | ≥ 97 (balance) |
POM-H GF20 — frequently asked
What is POM-H GF20 used for?
POM-H GF20 is typically used for gears, sliding wear pads and bushings. In short: maximum hardness homopolymer.
What is the yield strength of POM-H GF20?
POM-H GF20 has a typical yield strength of 70 MPa (10.2 ksi) and a tensile strength of 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) — stronger than 79% of polymer grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 10 listed tempers.
Is POM-H GF20 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (65/100, better than 66% of polymer grades). Outstanding to machine — sharp positive-rake tools, high speed, light feed, air or mist cooling; anneal 160 °C (slow cool) before finish cuts on tight-tolerance parts to relieve stress.
Can POM-H GF20 be welded?
With care — weldability is rated fair (40/100). No solvent cement bonds acetal; join by hot-plate, ultrasonic, spin or laser welding, or use mechanical fasteners; adhesive bonding needs plasma/flame or chromic-acid surface activation.
What surface finishes work on POM-H GF20?
Machined or molded surfaces polish and burnish well; paints and adhesives require pre-treatment; can be laser-marked, hot-stamped or electroless-plated after specialized etch, but not anodized.
Can POM-H GF20 be formed, bent or molded?
Dry lightly (80 °C, 2–3 h) if wet, hold melt 205–225 °C and never exceed ~230 °C or dwell long (depolymerization/formaldehyde gas); mold at 80–120 °C, use generous gates and thick runners to feed the 2 % shrinkage and avoid voids in thick sections.
What is the maximum service temperature of POM-H GF20?
POM-H GF20 is rated for continuous use to about 110°C (230 °F), and briefly to 140°C. Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Can FabDigit make parts in POM-H GF20?
Yes — POM-H GF20 is available for CNC machining, sheet metal and injection molding with instant online pricing. Upload a STEP file to get a price and a DFM check.
Sources
- Delrin acetal homopolymer product and processing guides — DuPont / Celanese (Delrin brand) (2023)
- Tenac / Tenac-C polyacetal technical data — Asahi Kasei (2022)
- Ertacetal H / TECAFORM AH stock shape datasheets — Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials / Ensinger (2023)
- CAMPUS plastics database — POM homopolymer ISO 10350 datasets — CAMPUS/CWFG (2024)
- ISO 9988 Plastics — Polyoxymethylene (POM) moulding and extrusion materials — ISO (2020)
- ASTM D6100 Standard Classification for Polyoxymethylene (POM) Molding and Extrusion Materials — ASTM (2020)
- Engineered Materials Handbook Vol. 2: Engineering Plastics — ASM International (1988)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.