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Polyester versus Polyether Polyurethane Film & Sheet
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Distinctions
between
Polyether and Polyester Film Types

The Polyether and Polyester types offer different advantages to the user. Some general Polyurethane film line characteristics include:

POLYETHER TYPE
  • Excellent hydrolysis
  • Lower specific gravity
  • Fungus resistance
  • Better MVTR
  • Excellent property matrix
  • Higher cost
  • Good chemical resistance
POLYESTER TYPE
  • Fair hydrolysis
  • Better gas barrier
  • Outstanding property matrix
  • Reduced cost
  • Excellent chemical resistance