Plastic Replacement Solutions

Upgrade from standard plastics to MaterraX's superior polymers. Outperform PA66, PA612, and other conventional materials with our lab-tested alternatives.The examples below represent potential applications.View our case studies →

Why Replace Your Plastics?

Better Performance for Lower Cost

Superior mechanical properties at competitive pricing compared to standard PA66/PA612

Enhanced Reliability

Lower moisture absorption and improved dimensional stability for consistent performance

Lab-Tested Superiority

Third-party verified to consistently outperform competitors like Celanese and SABIC

Showing 17 plastic replacement use cases
Automotive - Engine Cover / Timing Chain Cover
Automotive

Engine Cover / Timing Chain Cover

Cosmetic and acoustic cover for engine; exposed to heat and oil mist.

Key Requirements

high modulushigh HDToil resistance

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55Very high stiffness and HDT.
ESAA37-LGF44Balanced flow for ribbed structures.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF45 (Reference)Lower HDT, prone to warp.
PA612-GF50 (Reference)Higher cost, still moisture uptake.
Automotive - Air Intake Manifold
Automotive

Air Intake Manifold

Complex ribbed manifold exposed to hot airflow and fuel vapors.

Key Requirements

HDT ≥ 200°Ccreep and dimensional stability

Recommended Materials

ESAA37-LGF44Flowable for ribs.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF45 (Reference)Lower performance and dimensional stability.
Automotive - Charge Air Cooler End Tank
Automotive

Charge Air Cooler End Tank

End tank handling hot compressed air; requires dimensional stability.

Key Requirements

High HDTcreep resistance

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55Very high HDT for hot air applications.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PPS
Automotive - Resonator / Ducting
Automotive

Resonator / Ducting

Noise-suppression duct with vibration loads.

Key Requirements

Impact resistancecreep resistance

Recommended Materials

ESAA37-LGF44Good impact and creep resistance.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PA612-GF (Reference)
Automotive - HVAC Blower Housing
Automotive

HVAC Blower Housing

Structural blower housing with dimensional precision.

Key Requirements

Low moisture uptakestiffness

Recommended Materials

ESAA39-GF46Good stiffness and dimensional stability.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)
Automotive - Under-Hood Clips & Fasteners
Automotive

Under-Hood Clips & Fasteners

Retainers exposed to heat and vibration; creep resistance critical.

Key Requirements

creep resistancefatigue resistance

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55High creep and fatigue resistance.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)POM
Energy Storage - Battery Module Endplate / Frame
Energy Storage

Battery Module Endplate / Frame

Maintains compression of prismatic cells; must resist creep and warp.

Key Requirements

creep resistancemodulus stability

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55High stiffness for compression retention.
SAAP137-LGF52

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)
Energy Storage - Battery Cooling Plate Manifold
Energy Storage

Battery Cooling Plate Manifold

Coolant distribution manifold; sealing precision required.

Key Requirements

low swellingdimensional stability

Recommended Materials

ESAA39-GF46Good dimensional stability for sealing.

Common Incumbents

PA612-GF (Reference)
Energy Storage - Busbar Holder & Electrical Insulator
Energy Storage

Busbar Holder & Electrical Insulator

Retains copper busbars; requires electrical insulation and rigidity.

Key Requirements

stiffnesslow moisture uptakedielectric strength

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55High stiffness and electrical properties.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)
Electrical / Power - Relay / Switchgear Supports
Electrical / Power

Relay / Switchgear Supports

Structural supports inside switchgear, requiring insulation and heat resistance.

Key Requirements

creep resistancedielectric strength

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55High creep resistance and electrical properties.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PBT-GF
Consumer Appliances - Appliance Pump Housing (Dishwasher)
Consumer Appliances

Appliance Pump Housing (Dishwasher)

Pump housing in dishwasher; requires hot water and detergent resistance.

Key Requirements

chemical resistancedimensional stability

Recommended Materials

ESAA39-GF46Good chemical resistance and dimensional stability.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PBT
Consumer Appliances - Washing Machine Motor Mount
Consumer Appliances

Washing Machine Motor Mount

Structural mount for washing machine motor.

Key Requirements

creep resistancefatigue

Recommended Materials

ESAA37-LGF44Good creep and fatigue resistance.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)
Consumer Appliances - Coffee Machine Water Manifold
Consumer Appliances

Coffee Machine Water Manifold

Hot water channel component with precise fit.

Key Requirements

dimensional stabilitycreep resistance

Recommended Materials

ESAA39-GF46Good dimensional stability for precise fit.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PPS
Consumer Appliances - Vacuum Cleaner Structural Frame
Consumer Appliances

Vacuum Cleaner Structural Frame

Load-bearing plastic skeleton for portable vacuum.

Key Requirements

stiffnessimpact resistance

Recommended Materials

ESAA37-LGF44Good stiffness and impact resistance.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)ABS
Consumer Appliances - Blender Gear Housing
Consumer Appliances

Blender Gear Housing

Small gearbox housing for kitchen blender.

Key Requirements

creep resistancefatigue

Recommended Materials

ESAA37-LGF44Good creep and fatigue resistance.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PBT
Power Tools - Power Tool Gearbox Housing
Power Tools

Power Tool Gearbox Housing

Gearbox housing for drills, saws; exposed to torque and shock.

Key Requirements

impact resistancecreep resistance

Recommended Materials

OSAA39-LGF55High impact and creep resistance.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)
Consumer Appliances - Hair Dryer Frame
Consumer Appliances

Hair Dryer Frame

Structural frame for handheld hair dryer, requiring stiffness and heat resistance.

Key Requirements

creep resistanceimpactdimensional stability

Recommended Materials

ESAA39-GF46Good creep resistance and dimensional stability.

Common Incumbents

PA66-GF (Reference)PBT