Rating
| Concentration | 20 °C | 50 °C | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| concentration not stated | B | B |
Material comparison at 20 °C
Resistance overview
Polysulfone shows good but limited resistance (B) to Propylene Oxide at 20 °C. The material can be used in contact with this chemical, but minor effects such as slight swelling or a small reduction in mechanical properties may occur over extended exposure periods. Regular inspection of components in service is advisable. The rating remains stable between 20 °C and 50 °C, which means this material can also handle moderately elevated process temperatures without additional risk.
Application context
Propylene Oxide is commonly encountered in coatings and paints and electronics cleaning. Polysulfone (Polysulfone) is a thermoplastic typically used for tanks, piping, containers and liners. Since Propylene Oxide is flammable, material selection must also consider the risk of static charge buildup and the need for proper grounding in storage and transfer systems.
Practical recommendation
Polysulfone is suitable for use with Propylene Oxide under normal conditions, but some minor effects on the material are expected over time. Periodic monitoring for swelling, softening, or weight change is recommended, especially for long-service components. For safety-critical or long-life applications, consider HDPE, LDPE, PMP instead, which are rated A for this chemical.
Did you know?
In industrial practice, Polysulfone components exposed to Propylene Oxide are typically inspected for swelling, discoloration, or loss of mechanical strength as early indicators of chemical attack.
Materials rated A or B at 20 °C
- Thermoplastics
- HDPE A, PP A, LDPE A, Acetal (POM) B, Polycarbonate B, PMP A
- Fluoropolymers
- PTFE A, PVDF A, FEP A
- Metals
- SS 316 A, SS 304 A, Aluminium A
About Polysulfone
Polysulfone withstands hot water and steam. Ketones, esters and chlorinated and aromatic solvents attack it.
Rating scale
- A very good resistance
- B good resistance
- C limited resistance
- D not resistant
- – no data
- K no general statement possible
A rating marked * is an estimate in the source, not a test result. An estimate is given as one value without a temperature.
About this data
The ratings come from the chemical resistance list published by Bürkle GmbH, which compiled them from raw-material manufacturers’ data. They describe laboratory tests on the raw material at 20 °C and 50 °C.
A finished part also sees pressure, mechanical stress, welds and mixtures that a laboratory test does not. Treat the rating as a first filter and test under your own conditions before relying on it.