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Enhanced Processing, Stronger Parts, and Faster Production with LMPAEK™ Polymers

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LMPAEK™ Polymers: Precision-Engineered for Enhanced Processing and Superior Performance

LMPAEK™ Polymers, the newest addition to the renowned PAEK family engineered by Victrex. Crafted with precision at a molecular level, Victrex has tailored these polymers to offer enhanced processing capabilities, providing manufacturers with greater flexibility in processes like thermoplastic composites and additive manufacturing.

Retaining the impressive traits of PEEK, including exceptional mechanical strength, tribological performance, and resistance to high temperatures and chemicals, LMPAEK™ polymers also unlock the potential for faster manufacturing and fabrication of stronger parts using common manufacturing systems.

Benefits

Discover the Advantages of Our Innovative LMPAEK™ Polymer

  • Lower Processing Temperature: LMPAEK™ Polymer offers enhanced processing capabilities compared to PEEK, allowing for more efficient production.
  • Optimised Crystallisation Rate: Designed for gradual crystallisation, LMPAEK™ Polymer excels in both advanced composite manufacturing and additive manufacturing applications.
  • Ideal for Composite and Additive Manufacturing: The controlled crystallisation of LMPAEK™ Polymer enhances material performance in composite layups and 3D printing, offering greater precision and consistency compared to PEEK.
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PEEK Vs LMPAEK Processing video
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Lower Melting

LMPAEK™ polymers melt 40°C lower than VICTREX™ PEEK

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Ease of Processing

The wider processing window enables manufacturers to work with a broader range of temperatures without compromising the material's mechanical properties or performance. As a result, LMPAEK™ polymers offer improved flexibility in manufacturing, making them ideal for complex designs and precision applications

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Redefining Advanced Manufacturing

LMPAEK™ polymers advance composite and additive manufacturing by offering high performance, easy processability, and design versatility, driving innovation across industries like aerospace and automotive

Products

Granules and Powders

LMPAEK™ polymers are a family of high-performance materials known for their unique combination of mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. These polymers exhibit excellent properties that make them suitable for demanding applications across a wide range of industries. The melting point of
LMPAEK™ polymers typically ranges between 280°C to 350°C. This lower melting point compared to other high-performance polymers like PEEK allows for easier processing and fabrication while still maintaining excellent mechanical and thermal properties. 

LMPAEK powders

LMPAEK™ Powders

Product Description  Technical Data Sheet 
LMPAEK™ Polymer 101 PWD Low viscosity coarse powder link
LMPAEK™ Polymer 103 PWD Medium viscosity powder link
LMPAEK granules

LMPAEK™ Granules

Product Description  Technical Data Sheet 
LMPAEK™ Polymer 101 GRA Low viscosity granule link
LMPAEK™ Polymer 103 GRA Medium viscosity granule link

LMPAEK™ Polymer: Granules and Powders

LMPAEK™ polymers can unlock the potential for faster manufacturing and fabrication of stronger parts using common manufacturing systems
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applications
Composite manufacturing

Unlocking the Future of Aerospace with LMPAEK™ Polymers


  • Lightweight and High Mechanical Performance: LMPAEK™ polymers deliver the established advantages of composite materials, enhancing performance in aerospace manufacturing.
  • System Cost Reductions: Our advanced polymers help lower overall system costs through material efficiency and optimized processing.
  • Increased Production Throughput: LMPAEK™ polymers, particularly in thermoplastic unidirectional tapes, improve production speed, supporting high-volume manufacturing.
  • Ideal for Automated Processes: Thermoplastic tapes are perfectly suited for automated composite manufacturing, offering consistency and precision in production.
  • Paving the Way for Innovation: With LMPAEK™ polymers, aerospace manufacturers can achieve new levels of efficiency, leading to cutting-edge advancements in composite applications.
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Additive manufacturing

Discover New Possibilities in 3D Printing with LMPAEK™ Polymers


  • Overcomes Challenges with Traditional Materials: VICTREX AM™ 200 offers superior performance compared to PEEK and PEKK, ensuring better mechanical properties and print quality. 
  • Less Warp, Stronger Parts: Achieve high-quality prints with reduced warping and enhanced part strength, boosting your manufacturing success.
  • Superior Z-Strength: Enjoy improved Z-axis strength, ensuring better layer adhesion and stronger, more durable 3D printed parts.
  • Available as a Filament: This breakthrough material comes in filament form, offering greater flexibility and compatibility for various 3D printing applications.
  • Enhanced Design Freedom: VICTREX AM™ 200 allows for more complex designs using soluble supports, giving you the freedom to innovate. 
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Blog

Learn how LMPAEK™ polymers are transforming industries

Blog

PEEK or PAEK? What's in a name?

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Aero changemakers
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Lighter, Faster, Greener: The Pursuit for the Shape of Aerospace’s Future
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Beyond Metals & Thermosets: Why Industry Leaders Are Switching to LMPAEK™ Polymers for efficient processing & application performance
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resources
Granule and Powder
processing guide
VICTREX LMPAEK™ Processing Guidelines: Comprehensive Guide for Manufacturing and Processing LMPAEK Polymers
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AM 200 Parts
processing guide
Unlock the full potential of additive manufacturing with our Victrex AM Processing Guide, designed to provide essential insights for optimised performance and quality in every print
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webinar
LMPAEK™ Polymers: The Foundation of Emerging Technologies in Aerospace
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AM podcast
webinar

Advanced Thermal and Fire Protection for Aerospace and Automotive Applications With LMPAEKTM Unidirectional Tapes 

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AM 200 Filament
video
Additive Manufacturing Podcast with DiLabs
Robert McKay, Head of business development and Silvia Berretta, Strategic technology manager of Victrex sat down with DiLabs to discuss VICTREX AM™ 200, a high performance LMPAEK™ filament.
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SHAPING FUTURE PERFORMANCETM

From the invention of PEEK over 40 years ago, Victrex has continually pioneered new PAEK-based polymers, materials and solutions that have transformed markets, delivering global impact in the toughest environments.

We bring transformational & sustainable solutions that address world material challenges every day.

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