
ULTEM™ 1010
Material Data Sheet
ULTEM™ 1010
ULTEM 1010 resin is the newest high-performance FDM thermoplastic offering excellent strength and thermal stability and the ability to withstand steam autoclaving.
With food-contact and bio-compatibility certifications, ULTEM 1010 resin is perfect for specialized applications including food-production tools and custom devices. ULTEM 1010 resin offers the highest heat resistance chemical resistance and tensile strength of any FDM thermoplastic and is ideal for an out-of-cabin aerospace applications and under-the-hood automotive apps.
Color options:
Natural

Quick Facts:
- Highest heat resistance of any FDM
- Can withstand steam autoclaving
- Ideal for out-of-cabin aerospace applications

| English | Metric | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Properties | Test Method | XZ Axis | ZX Axis | XZ Axis | ZX Axis |
| Tensile Strength, Yield (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 11,735 psi | 4,209 psi | 81 MPa | 29 MPa |
| Tensile Modulus (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 402,000 psi | 325,000 psi | 2,772 MPa | 2,241 MPa |
| Tensile Elongation at Break (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 3.3% | 1.3% | 3.3% | 1.3% |
| Tensile Elongation at Yield (Type 1, 0.125”, 0.2”/min) | ASTM D638 | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Flexural Strength (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | 20,835 psi | 11,184 psi | 144 MPa | 77 MPa |
| Flexural Modulus (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | 409,000 psi | 324,000 psi | 2,820 MPa | 2,234 MPa |
| Flexural Strain at Break (Method 1 0.05”/min) | ASTM D790 | No break | 2.7% | No break | 2.7% |
| IZOD Impact, notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 0.8 ft-lb/in | .04 ft-lb/in | 41 J/m | 24 J/m |
| IZOD Impact un-notched (Method A, 23°C) | ASTM D256 | 6.1 ft-lb/in | 2.6 ft-lb/in | 327 J/m | 138 J/m |
| Compressive Strength, Yield (Method 1, 0.05”/min) | ASTM D695 | 19,500 psi | 15,100 psi | 134 MPa | 107 MPa |
| Compressive Strength, Ultimate (Method 1 0.5”/min) | ASTM D695 | No break | 15,500 psi | No break | 1,125 MPa |
| Compressive Modulus (Method 1 0.05”/min) | ASTM D695 | 1,450,000 psi | 305,000 psi | 10,000 MPa | 1,120 MPa |
| Thermal Properties | Test Method | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 66 psi, 0.125” unannealed | ASTM D648 | 421°F | 216°C |
| Heat Deflection (HDT) @ 264 psi, 0.125” unannealed | ASTM D648 | 415°F | 213°C |
| Vicat Softening Temperature (Rate B/50) | ASTM D1525 | 416°F | 214°C |
| Glass Transition Temperature (Tg) | DSC (SSYS) | 419°F | 215°C |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | ASTM E831 | 26×10-06 in (10 °F) | 47μm (m °C) |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (xflow) | ASTM E831 | 25×10-06 10 (10 °F) | 41μm (m °C) |
| Melting Point | – – – – – – – | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electrical Properties | Test Method | Value Range |
|---|---|---|
| Volume Resistivity | ASTM D257 | 1.0×10-14 – 8.96×10-15 ohm-cm |
| Dielectric Constant | ASTM D150-98 | 2.67 |
| Dissipation Factor | ASTM D150-98 | .001 |
| Dielecrtic Strength | ASTM D149-09, Method A | 240 V/mil |
| Other | Test Method | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.27 |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D785 | 109 |
| Flame Classification | UL94 | V0 (1.5 mm), 5VA (3 mm) |
| UL File Number | – – – – – – – | E345258 |
| Food Safety Certification | NSF 51 | Certified |
| Bio-compatibility Certification | ISO 10993/USP Class VI | Certified |
| Burn Testing | ||
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Burn (15 sec) | 14 CFR/FAR 25.853 | Passed (.060” thick) |
| Vertical Burn (60 sec) | 14 CFR/FAR 25.853 | Passed (.060” thick) |
| Vertical Burn (12 sec) | 14 CFR/FAR 25.853 | Passed (.060” thick) |
| 45° Ignition | 14 CFR/FAR 25.853 | Passed (.060” thick) |
| Heat Release | 14 CFR/FAR 25.853 | Passed (.060” thick) |
| NBS Smoke Density (flaming) | ASTM F814/E662 | Passed (.060” thick) |
| NBS Smoke Density (non-flaming) | ASTM F814/E662 | Passed (.060” thick) |

