Victrex_Automotive Brochure 2_22

The global automotive industry is driven by environmentaland safety standards, increased longevity due to extendedwarranty and lower costs of production. Consumers are

demanding less frequent maintenance, more comfortable driving experiences, and better fuel economy, with no deterioration in performance.

The reduction of the vehicle weight, driven by the desire forlower CO2 emissions and improved mileage, results in the miniaturization of components and functional integration whichare at the forefront of the auto motive industries' efforts. Legislative requirements, with tight tolerances applied and risingoverall costs are pushing OEMs to identify materials that provide higher performance with lower weight and lower costs.

The demand for smaller, more reliable components made fromlighter high temperature materials which have excellent strengthand flow characteristics has increased. This demand can be metby producing thinner-walled parts made from high performancethermoplastics. In addition, there can be the added benefit ofreducing overall costs by consolidating complex metal partsinto a single injection-molded thermoplastic component.

Industry standards dictate that materials today need to performat 150°C (302°F) or higher depending on the application, whereasyears ago temperature range requirements were 100-120°C(212-248°F). OEMs, for example, are searching for materials thatcan perform up to 180°C (356°F) in the lower areas of steeringcolumns and 220°C (428°F) in turbocharger components. Withthese requirements in mind, and while still meeting the otherdrivers in this industry, it may not be feasible to use metal ortraditional plastics in such hostile environments, where evenlight alloys show a loss in mechanical strength at temperatureranges around 200°C (392°F).

Victrex Polymer Solutions, a division of Victrex plc, manufacturespolyaryletherketones (PAEK) including VICTREX® PEEK polymer.Exhibiting consistent mechanical properties at 150°C (302°F) andhigher, these high performance thermoplastics meet the revisedautomotive industry requirements. A recent study demonstratesthat VICTREX PEEK polymers maintained their original stiffness,tensile and impact strength after 5000 hours of use; conventionalmaterials like polyphthalamide (PPA) and nylon 4.6 recordedproperty losses up to 50% under the same conditions.

Victrex thermoplastic polymers have melting temperatures between 343°C (649°F) and 387°C (729°F) and glass transitiontemperatures between 143°C (289°F) and 162°C (324°F), allowingthem to perform in the most aggressive of environments.

AUTOMOTIVE REQUIREMENTSs Longer lifes Able to withstand temporary loss of lubrication without failures Able to withstand higher operating temperatures s Improved energy efficiency s Reduced system weights Reduced maintenance, so lower costs and more up times Lower noise generation

VICTREX SOLUTIONs Superior combination of high fatigue strength and ductilitys High mechanical properties through a wide range of

temperaturess Excellent chemical resistance against automotive fluidss Good resistance to agings High resistance to wears Low coefficient of frictions Resists absorption of moistures Thermal expansion can be made to match those of metals s Low specific gravitys Ease of processing

Superior Performance …

A High Performance Alternative to Liquid Crystal Polymers

For Automotive Components

VICTREX® PEEK Polymer — For Automotive Components2

HIGH MECHANICAL STRENGTH Due to the semi-crystalline structure of VICTREX PEEK polymer its mechanical properties are maintained well past the glass tran sition temperature.

DYNAMIC TENSILE FATIGUEVICTREX PEEK HMF grades are a high modulus carbon fiber-filledcompounds which combine easy processability with superior mechanical performance and improved fatigue performance compared to the existing high strength grade range of carbonfiber-filled VICTREX PEEK polymer.

COMPRESSIVE STRENGTHAs most automotive applications are also used under compressiveload Victrex supports customers by providing the relevant datawith respect to compressive strength.

THERMAL EXPANSIONThe inclusion of fillers into VICTREX PEEK polymer results in areduction in the coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE), to alevel where it is comparable to metals, thus allowing direct replacement of metal components with polymer-based componentswithout any risks arising due to differential expansion.

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3VICTREX® PEEK Polymer — For Automotive Components

STRUCTURAL STRENGTHWhen considering substitution of metal components with plastic,VICTREX PEEK 90HMF40 provides by far the lowest weight per volume ratio. It allows extremely high weight savings versus metals.

The material is capable of outperforming standard aluminumalloys in weight and profile height, and is almost volume neutralwhen compared to tribo-alloy brass materials. Weight savingsup to 80% are achievable when substituting VICTREX PEEK90HMF40 for metal components.

TOLERANCESTolerances of injection molded parts are usually in the range of0.05% of the dimension required. More and more high precisioninjection molders are now able to hold tolerances down to0.02% and tighter.

SPECIFIC STRENGTHVICTREX PEEK polymer has high tensile strength and low densitycompared to metals. Reinforcing the polymer with choppedglass or carbon fibers yields strength-to-weight ratios that meetor exceed those of common lightweight materials.

Continuous fiber reinforced composites made with a VICTREXPEEK polymer matrix have even higher strength and stiffnessthan some metals..

LONG TERM BEHAVIORThe properties of high performance thermoplastics such as VICTREX PEEK polymer favor its use in automotive applicationsand provide distinct advantages that lead to long-term benefits.With components becoming smaller and weight reductions becoming even more necessary, the use of these materials is becoming more significant and beneficial.

State-of-the-art materials like polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) arebecoming close to their strength limits, but still are recognizedfor dimensional stability. High temperature nylons demonstratehigh stress capabilities, but sometimes have issues with dimensional stability. Amorphous materials like polyetherimide(PEI) have a high stress capability and dimensional stability, but are susceptible to chemical attack.

… for Superior Performance

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STRUCTURAL STIFFNESSWhen structural stiffness is more important than strength, VICTREX PEEK 90HMF40 provides by far the lowest weight tospace ratio. Significant weight savings when compared to metals, are achievable. The properties of VICTREX HMF range of materials are similar to those of aluminum but the lower density results in considerably lower weight.

Dimensional stability and long-term stress performance showedimprovements when compared to other materials in temperatureranges above 120°C (248°F).

CREEP RESISTANCECreep may be defined as the deformation observed in a sample versus time under a constant applied stress. VICTREXPEEK polymer has outstanding creep resistance for an engineering thermoplastic material and may sustain large stresses over a useful service life without significant time induced deformation.

The figure below displays the creep behavior of VICTREX PEEK450G and 450CA30 with respect to applied stress, time and temperature. The magnitude of stress, time and temperature required to induce accurately measurable (> 0.5%) strains is exceptionally large for an unfilled polymer. Values of creep modulus may be calculated from such data and used as a measure of resistance to creep deformation. The creep strainfor some of the high performance compounds from the VICTREXPEEK grade range are plotted against time in chart below.

At room temperature both filled and unfilled VICTREX PEEK polymer show excellent creep resistance. At temperatures beyondthe glass tran sition temperature (Tg) only reinforced VICTREX PEEKpolymer will be suitable for structural applications. The apparentmodulus of VICTREX PEEK polymer is in many cases higher thantensile/flexural modulus of other high temperature thermoplastics.

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TRIBOLOGYTribology is defined as the interaction of contacting surfacesunder an applied load in relative motion. If the surface of a material is viewed on a microscopic scale, a seemingly smooth finish is, in fact, a series of peaks and troughs. When two materialsare then placed in contact and moved relative to one another,the peaks of both surfaces collide. The removal of material fromthe top of the peaks may be considered as wear, and resistanceto the motion as a frictional force.

VICTREX PEEK polymer, and compounds based on VICTREX PEEKpolymer, are used to form tribological components due to theiroutstanding resistance to wear under high pressure (p) and highvelocity (v) conditions.

The friction and wear behavior of a material may be evaluatedusing one of several test geometries. The data given in this flyerwere generated under dry conditions using the standard ASTMD3702 method on injection molded thrust washers.

BENEFITS FOR WEAR APPLICATIONSs Thermoplastic processing, no secondary operations necessarys Intricate, smaller components can be produceds Compatible with automotive fluidss No swelling in moist environmentss No post annealings RoHS and GADSL compliants High compressive strengths Grades without PTFE availables Increased lifetime and performances Enables the bearing to survive longer under poor

lubrication conditions

VICTREX WG™ polymers offer a lower coefficient of friction compared to other established wear grades from Victrex andalso against thermoset materials such as polyamide-imide (PAI)and polyimide (PI).

Within tribological systems the coefficient of friction varies depending on the choice of counterface material and its surfaceroughness, as well as on the specific conditions of speed andpressure as shown in Figure 10. The specific wear rate shown inFigure 11 is another important consideration in design.

Under these specific conditions, VICTREX WG polymers areshown to be among the highest performing wear grade materials.Bearings for many applications are produced in large numbers,and production speed and costs are critical. Victrex polymers areone of the few high performance tribological materials whichcan be injection molded to form finished components withoutfurther thermal treatment. Although PV values are a usefulguide to comparative tribological performance, there are noabsolute values because identical experimental conditions cannot be reproduced.

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PUMPSWhen used in vane-type pumps, gear-oil pumps and centrifugal-type pumps, Victrex materials offer the following benefits:

s Reduced moment of inertias Low clearances Higher efficiencys Cost competitive with metals Space reductions Long lifetimes No swelling when submersed in fluidss CO2 reduction – longer lifetime

SEALS AND SUPPORTING RINGSSeals and supporting rings made with VICTREX PEEK polymershave been used in automotive applications for many years replacingmetal and PTFE seals. The material provides the following benefits:

s High elongation at breaks Excellent compressive strengths High creep resistances Resists absorption of humiditys No swelling when submerged in fluidss Tight tolerancess Low coefficient of thermal expansions Maintenance free – longer lifetime

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HYDRAULIC VALVESIn hydraulic valves carbon fiber reinforced VICTREX PEEK polymersubstitutes the steel valve poppets which act upon the valvecones and ball valves by offering following benefits:

s Creep resistances Reduced weights Better sealings Wear resistances Good dynamic fatigues Tight tolerancess Noise reduction – better responding behavior

GEARSGear wheels are required to meet a complex spectrum of demands because various types of loads always occur in combination. The correct functioning of a gear wheel dependson good tribological and mechanical properties, resistance toaggressive media, durability and heat resistance, and of coursedimensional accuracy.

Figure 12 demonstrates that the durability of VICTREX PEEK polymer-based gears is higher than gears made from other polymers. This means that the gears and the assemblies aroundthem can be made smaller, saving weight and cost, but delivering the same lifetime.

Advantages using Victrex materials in gear application include:

s High mechanical strength at elevated temperaturess Excellent dynamic fatigue resistance at temperatures above

120°C (248°F)s High strength and stiffnesss Low moisture absorption ensuring dimensional integrity

and improved stabilitys Increased design flexibilitys Ease of processing – gears can be injection molded to high

accuracy

Gears made from VICTREX PEEK polymer are commonly used inelectrically-actuated parking brakes to provide a significantweight reduction compared to conventional parking brake assemblies, as well as enhancing design freedom around the center console within the auto interior.

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THRUST WASHERSVICTREX PEEK polymer in thrust bearing material can providethe following benefits:

s Reduce heat generated by the bearing due to lowercoefficient of friction

s VICTREX PEEK polymer can tolerate shock loadss Maintenance-frees High volume production via injection moldings Increased system efficiency

BEARING CAGESVICTREX PEEK polymer as bearing cage material can providethe following benefits:

s Reduces energy consumptions Accommodates shock loads and high centrifugal forcess Enables the bearing to survive longer under poor lubrication

conditionss Quieter performance s Extended bearing service life

Advantages of VICTREX PEEK polymers in automotive applications include high resistance against aging and creep athigh operating temperatures and high circumferential speeds.

ELECTRONICSWith the introduction of hybrid or electrical powered vehicles, the demands on electronic components such as connectors andsensors have changed. New opportunities including flexible printed circuit substrates and wire and cable protection benefitfrom the advantages offered by VICTREX PEEK polymer:

s Heat deflection temperature (HDT) over 300°C (572°F)s Maintains strength and dimensional stability with the

increased processing temperature associated with lead-freesolder systems

s No deformation following reflow at 250-280°C (482-536°F) for 5-10 sec for multiple cycles

s Significantly stronger impact strength and weld-line strengthcompared with liquid crystal polymers (LCP)

s High stiffness and minimum level of creeps Low dielectric constant and dissipation factor at various frequency

ranges at room temperature and elevated temperatures RoHS compliants Flame retardant properties – certain grades of VICTREX PEEK

polymer can meet UL94 V-0 rating at the minimum thicknessdown to 0.5 mm (0.021 in)

DATA GENERATION FOR HIGH HEAT ANDHARSH ENVIRONMENTAL APPLICATIONSMore and more demanding application areas ask for the resistance against aggressive automotive fluids and extremetemperatures which are close to the melting point of manytechnical plastics. To meet these demands, Victrex Polymer Solutions generated compatibility data for Victrex products in:

s Aqueous urea solution 32.5%s Biodiesels Automatic transmission oils s Synthetic fuelss Biogasoline

Data available on request:

s High heat creep datas Material properties at 150°C (302°F) / 5,000 hourss Ageing up to 300°C (572°F) (12 weeks)s Cryogenic data down to -196°C (-321°F)


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… Lightweight Technologies

Legal requirements throughout the world demand from auto motive manufacturers (OEMs) to report on the content ofthe vehicle.

All substances used in VICTREX products are REACH and GADSLcompliant.

LIGHTWEIGHT OPPORTUNITIES WITH COMPOSITESIn addition to standard VICTREX PEEK grades for injection molding or extrusion, VICTREX PEEK polymer can be used as amatrix for thermoplastic composite pre-pregs made of carbon,glass or aramid continuous fibers. Its outstanding propertiesmake it an excellent substitute for metals and thermoset composite structures for demanding applications with dynamicloads at elevated temperatures. VICTREX PEEK polymer-basedcomposites are available as:

s Braid s Consolidated fabricss Dry fabrics s Long fiber flakess Long fiber pellets s Multiaxial fabricss Tow s Unidirectional tapes Unidirectional sheet

APTIV® FILMAPTIV® film is among the most versatile and high performingthermoplastic films on the market today. They are produced exclusively by Victrex in thicknesses ranging from 6-750 microns(0.00024-0.030 in) and in widths up to 1,450 mm (57.09 in). A rangeof grades are available depending on application requirement.

APTIV film is compatible with a wide range of secondary processesincluding thermoforming, adhesive-less lamination, heat sealing,laser welding and metallization. APTIV is used in a range of automotive applications including wear resistant motor washers, gaskets, labels, RFID tags, high frequency circuit substrates, pressure sensor diaphragms, electrical insulation formotors and alternators, even high performance speaker cones.

Carbon Fabric

Harsh Environment RFID Tags

Printed Circuit Board Laminates

Unidirectional Tape


VICOTE® DISPERSION COATINGSVICOTE® Coatings are based on Victrex's range of polymers andprovide reduced coefficient of friction along with enhanced wear,scratch, abrasion resistance, high heat resistance and resistance tochemical attack. All of the key properties of VICTREX PEEK polymerare present once a thin [25-50 microns (0.001-0.002 in)] layer is applied to any metallic substrate. VICOTE Coatings are non-solventbased and have some of the industry’s lowest content of volatileorganic compounds (VOC) of any commercially available coating. The majority of VICOTE Coatings grades are GADSL andRoHS compliant.

VICOTE Coatings provide:

s Exceptional abrasion resistance, very hard, tough, and scratch resistant

s Excellent wear, creep and cut-through resistances Extremely durable at high temperaturess One of the lowest coefficients of frictions Excellent levels of elongation

VICOTE Coatings are one of the highest performing thermoplasticcoatings on the market. Highly resistant to creep and flow causedby compression, these are key factors which can contribute toautomotive applications lasting longer and working more efficiently.


High Performance Lead-Free Bushing

Needle Roller Bearings

CONCLUSION

The use of Victrex’s materials is gaining momentum in the automotive industry, as engineers and designers use the exceptional combination of material properties, in conjunction with the ease of processing, to facilitate achieving their objectives. Parts made out of Victrex materials are economical to produce, and facilitate overallsystems cost reductions by eliminating secondary operationsfor parts, such as machining, as well as facilitating a reduction in part count when compared with metal parts.

In addition, the use of Victrex PAEKs facilitates the achievement for vehicles of a reduction in weight, enhanced fuel consumption, lower CO2 emissions, and reductions in noise, vibration and harshness, and finally asthermoplastics are fully recyclable, meeting another keydriver in the industry.

By utilizing Victrex materials, automotive suppliers andmanufacturers are able to better meet the constantly increasing demands of this important industry, and theirconsumers. With over 30 years of polyketone experiencein serving the automotive industry, Victrex Polymer Solutions can help you identify your material and processing needs.



PROPERTIES OF VICTREX PEEK POLYMERProperty Units VICTREXPEEK VICTREXPEEK VICTREXPEEK VICTREX VICTREX PEEK VICTREX PEEK

450FE20 450G 450FC30 WG101 450CA30 90HMF40

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24h, 23º C (73°F) % 0.07 0.04 0.04 0.03

Equilibrium, 23ºC (73°F) 0.40 0.3 0.3 0.3

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Tensile Strength MPa (psi)

Break, 23ºC (73°F) 78 (11,300) 100 (14,500) 140 (20,300) 180 (26,100) 260 (37,700) 330 (47,900)

Break, 130ºC (266°F) 50 (7,300) 95 (13,800) 125 (18,100) 160 (23,200) 230 (33,400)

Break, 225ºC (437°F) 13 (2,000) 45 (6,500) 65 (9,400) 50 (7,300) 85 (12,300)

Tensile Elongation, Break, 23ºC (73°F) % 25 45 2.2 1.9 1.7 1.2

Flexural Strength, 23ºC (73°F) MPa (psi) 125 (18,000) 165 (23,900) 230 (33,000) 280 (41,000) 380 (55,100) 480 (70,000)

Flexural Modulus, 23ºC (73°F) GPa (psi) 3.2 (464,121) 4.1 (590,000) 11.5 (1,700,000) 17 (2,465,000) 23 (3,300,000) 37 (5,400,000)

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0.25 mm (.01 in) Notch, 23ºC (73°F) kJm-2 ((ft lb/in2) 7.5 (3.6) 7.5 (3.6) 6.0 (2.9) 5.5 (2.6) 9.8 (4.5) 10.5 (5.0)

Unnotched, 23ºC (73°F) I no break 35 (16.5) 35 (16.5) 45 (21) 60 (29)

THERMAL

Melting Point ºC (°F) 343 (649) 343 (649) 343 (649) 343 (649) 343 (649) 343 (649)

Glass Transition (Tg) ºC (°F) 143 (289) 143 (289) 143 (289) 143 (289) 143 (289) 143 (289)

Specific Heat Capacity, 23ºC (73°F) kJ/kg°C 2.2 1.8 1.8 1.8

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion ppm/ºC (ppm/ºF)

Along flow below Tg 40 (22) 45 (22) 15 (8) 9 (5) 5 (2.8) 3 (1.7)

Average below Tg 60 (31) 55 (31) 45 (25) 35 (19) 40 (22) 35 (19)

Along flow above Tg 120 (67) 120 (67) 20 (11) 10 (6) 6 (3.3) 1 (0.6)

Average above Tg 140 (78) 140 (78) 115 (64) 90 (50) 100 (56) 80 (44)

Heat Deflection Temperature, 1.8 MPa (261 psi) ºC (°F) 152 (305) 315 (599) 343(649) 336 (637) 349 (660)

Thermal Conductivity, 23ºC (73°F) w/mk 0.29 0.87 1.30 0.95 349 (660)

Continuous Use Temperature ºC (°F)

Electrical 260 (500)

Mechanical w/o impact 240(464) 240(464) 240(464)

Mechanical w/ impact 180 (356) 180 (356) 200 (392)

FIRE, SMOKE & TOXICITY

Flammability Rating n/a V-0 @ 1.5mm V-0 @ .75mm V-0 @ .5mm (V-0 @ 0.060in) (V-0 @ 0.030in) (V-0 @ 0.020in)

Limiting Oxygen Index n/a

0.4 mm (0.02 in) thickness 25 43

3.2 mm (0.13 in) thickness 35

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Dielectric Strength

2.5 mm (0.1 in) thickness kVmm-1 21 16

50µm thickness 190

Loss Tangent

23ºC (73°F), 1MHz n/a 0.004 0.003

Dielectric Constant

50Hz, 0-150ºC (32-302°F) n/a 2.8 3.2

50Hz, 200ºC (392°F) 4.5

Volume Resistivity, 23°C (73°F) 1016Ωcm 1016 1010 106 106 105

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Victrex Polymer Solutions, a division of Victrex plc, is the world’s leading manufacturer of Polyaryletherketones, highperformance polymers, which are sold under the brand names VICTREX® PEEK polymer, VICOTE® Coatings, APTIV® filmsand VICTREX Pipes™. With production facilities in the UK backed by sales and distribution centres serving more than30 countries worldwide, our global market development, sales, and technical support services work hand-in-hand withOEMs, designers and processors offering assistance in the areas of processing, design and application development tohelp them achieve new levels of cost savings, quality, and performance.

VICTREX PLC BELIEVES THAT THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS BROCHURE IS AN ACCURATE DESCRIPTION OF THE TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND/OR USES OF THE PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS,BUT IT IS THE CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO THOROUGHLY TEST THE PRODUCT IN EACH SPECIFIC APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ITS PERFORMANCE, EFFICACY AND SAFETY FOR EACH END-USEPRODUCT, DEVICE OR OTHER APPLICATION. SUGGESTIONS OF USES SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN AS INDUCEMENTS TO INFRINGE ANY PARTICULAR PATENT. THE INFORMATION AND DATA CONTAINEDHEREIN ARE BASED ON INFORMATION WE BELIEVE RELIABLE. MENTION OF A PRODUCT IN THIS DOCUMENTATION IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AVAILABILITY. VICTREX PLC RESERVES THE RIGHT TOMODIFY PRODUCTS, SPECIFICATIONS AND/OR PACKAGING AS PART OF A CONTINUOUS PROGRAM OF PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT. VICTREX® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF VICTREXMANUFACTURING LIMITED. VICTREX PIPES™ IS A TRADEMARK OF VICTREX MANUFACTURING LIMITED. PEEK-ESD™, HT™, ST™ AND WG™ ARE TRADEMARKS OF VICTREX PLC. VICOTE® AND APTIV®ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF VICTREX PLC.

VICTREX PLC MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,WITHOUT LIMITATION, A WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY NON-INFRINGEMENT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO PATENT NON-INFRINGEMENT, WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR BY LAW. FURTHER, VICTREX PLCMAKES NO WARRANTY TO YOUR CUSTOMERS OR AGENTS, AND HAS NOT AUTHORIZED ANYONE TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OTHER THAN AS PROVIDED ABOVE. VICTREX PLCSHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY GENERAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR HARM TOBUSINESS, LOST PROFITS OR LOST SAVINGS, EVEN IF VICTREX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION.

World HeadquartersVictrex plcHillhouse InternationalThornton CleveleysLancashire FY5 4QDUnited KingdomTel: + (44) 1253 897700Fax: + (44) 1253 897701Email: [email protected]

AmericasVictrex USA Inc300 Conshohocken State RoadSuite 120 West Conshohocken, PA 19428USATel: + (1) 800-VICTREXTel: + (1) 484-342-6001Fax: + (1) 484-342-6002Email: [email protected]

EuropeVictrex Europa GmbHLanggasse 1665719 Hofheim/Ts.GermanyTel: + (49) 6192 96490Fax: + (49) 6192 964948Email: [email protected]

Asia PacificVictrex Japan Inc.Mita Kokusai Building Annex4-28, Mita 1-chomeMinato-kuTokyo 108-0073JapanTel: +81 (0)3 5427 4650Fax: +81 (0)3 5427 4651Email: [email protected]

Asia PacificVictrex High Performance Materials (Shanghai) Co LtdPart B Building G No. 1688 Zhuanxing RoadXinzhuang Industry Park Shanghai 201108ChinaTel: + (86) 21-6113 6900Fax: + (86) 21-6113 6901Email: [email protected]

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