The carbon fiber reinforced PEEK rod is a premium engineering thermoplastic solution that bridges the gap between high-temperature polymer performance and metal-like stiffness. This advanced material is designed for critical applications in aerospace, oil & gas, medical devices, and semiconductor manufacturing where dimensional stability under load and chemical resistance are non-negotiable. Our product portfolio covers the full spectrum of reinforced PEEK rods to match your exact design requirements. For baseline electrical insulation and purity, our PEEK rod offers outstanding chemical inertness and steam resistance. When applications call for improved strength and lower thermal expansion, Glass Fiber Filled PEEK Rods deliver excellent cost-performance balance. For the highest rigidity and wear resistance in sliding components, Carbon fiber Filled PEEK Rods minimize creep and enhance thermal conductivity. Structural parts exposed to dynamic loads often benefit from Glass fiber reinforced PEEK rod, which combines toughness with dimensional stability. The carbon fiber reinforced PEEK rod is specifically engineered to provide a 3–4× increase in flexural modulus compared to unreinforced PEEK while retaining exceptional chemical resistance up to 260°C.
Every Carbon fiber reinforced PEEK rod we supply undergoes rigorous quality inspection including ultrasonic testing and dimensional verification per ASTM D6262. The material is produced from virgin Victrex™ or Solvay™ PEEK polymer loaded with 30% high-modulus carbon fiber by weight, ensuring uniform dispersion and isotropic mechanical properties throughout each rod. Standard diameters range from 6 mm to 100 mm with a length tolerance of +0.5/–0 mm, and custom sizes are available upon request. The continuous service temperature of 260°C makes these rods ideal for downhole connectors, test sockets, and high-load structural insulators that must maintain clamping force and alignment in hot, corrosive environments. Low outgassing and USP Class VI biocompatibility also open opportunities in sterile medical instrument components and pharmaceutical processing machinery.
| Property | Typical Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.41 | g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
| Tensile Strength at Break | 220 | MPa | ISO 527 |
| Tensile Modulus | 26 | GPa | ISO 527 |
| Flexural Strength | 330 | MPa | ISO 178 |
| Flexural Modulus | 21 | GPa | ISO 178 |
| Compressive Strength | 200 | MPa | ISO 604 |
| Izod Impact Strength (notched) | 8 | kJ/m² | ISO 180/A |
| Heat Deflection Temperature (1.8 MPa) | 320 | °C | ISO 75 |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (CLTE) | 15 | µm/m·°C | ISO 11359 |