Celanese Launches Hostaform SlideX Acetal Copolymer

Celanese Corporation

, a global technology and specialty materials company, today announced the launch of an all-in-one, tribologically modified acetal copolymer called Hostaform® SlideX™ POM. This compound enables the production of injection molded parts with a very low coefficient of friction and wear rate, reducing energy loss, heat generation and noise in mechanical systems for industrial, transportation and consumer products and applications. Hostaform® SlideX™ POM is a competitive alternative to various kinds of high performance tribologically modified compounds. When compared to alternative materials, Hostaform® SlideX™ POM offers a significantly lower coefficient of friction without compromising high mechanical performance. With a high mechanical property profile, Hostaform® SlideX™ POM is well suited for applications such as gear shift systems, stabilizer joints, roller shutter devices, furniture slide systems, or speed masters. In addition, the use of external lubricants such as oil or grease can be eliminated when Hostaform® SlideX™ POM is used for superior design of a durable part. “Celanese has developed a uniquely low-friction and low-wear grade of its acetal copolymer that significantly reduces noise, wear and friction in the sliding motion and which retains the strength and stiffness of the base resin,” said Phil McDivitt, vice president and general manager of the engineered materials business of Celanese. “This new POM grade means our customers will no longer have to worry about friction, external lubrication, wear or noise when they use our Hostaform® SlideX™ POM material in their components with challenging sliding conditions.”