What is the primary function of the part? (Bearing & Wear, Structural or Electrical Insulator)

What material(s) is currently being used?

What problem(s) are you experiencing with the current material(s)?

What is the maximum continuous use temperature?

Is temperature exposure intermittent? Yes No

If yes, what is the cycle time:

What is the load or stress on the part?

If Bearing & Wear application, what is the velocity?

FPM:    RPM:

Is motion intermittent? Yes No

If yes, what is the cycle time:

Is FDA, USDA, NSF, 4A Dairy or any other agency compliance required?

Yes No

If yes, please explain:

Will chemicals be encountered during service?

Yes No

If yes, what chemicals?

What will the exposure time be?

What is the temperature during exposure?

What is the concentration level of the chemicals involved?

What other environmental factors need to be considered? (UV light, Interior / Exterior application, Radiation, etc.)

Is dimensional stability in a wet or humid environment critical?

Yes No

Is toughness or impact resistance critical during use?

Yes No

Is the application an electrical insulator?

Yes No

If yes, what is the:

Dielectric strength requirement or what voltage across the part thickness must be insulated?

Target dielectric constant and at what frequency?

Target dissipation factor and at what frequency?

Target volume resistivity?

Minimum flammability requirement?

Minimum arc resistance per UL requirement?

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