Abrasion resistance of different materials.
It is difficult to compare the abrasion resistance of different materials. The choice of material is best resolved through practical tests or previous experience. Laboratory tests should be used with great discretion.
The values in the table should be used only as a rough guide.
| Relative abrasion resistance | |
|---|---|
| Styrene plastic | approx. 30 |
| Polyamide 66 | approx. 6 |
| HDPE | approx. 19 |
| PTFE | approx. 5 |
| Epoxy plastic | approx. 16 |
| Polyurethane | approx. 0.5-0.8 |
| Rubber | approx. 0.6-1.9 |
| Aluminum | approx. 5 |
| Steel (high-strength) | approx. 0.5-0.7 |
| Wrought iron | approx. 1 |
The lower the number, the better the abrasion resistance.
Test conditions: abrasive particles approx. 1.1 mm, speed 3.55 m/s.