Communications satellite antennas require materials of construction that do not attenuate or distort radio waves being transmitted and received. Particularly in high-frequency transmission, RF interference can affect signal integrity and potentially cause loss of important data.
Ultem 1000 PEI, a high-performance polymer, has gained wide recognition as a material for injection molded and machined satellite components that helps avoid this problem. Among non-metallic candidates for these applications, Ultem 1000 stands out because of its superior RF transparency. Radio waves that pass through components made from the material maintain exceptional integrity, assuring high quality and efficient communications.
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Applications Engineer at Drake Plastics
An Industrial and Systems Engineer, Bryan began his career with Drake in the Extrusion Operation where he gained hands-on working knowledge of high-performance polymers, stock shapes and precision-machined parts. He applies his experience to helping customers develop optimum solutions for their applications.
Latest posts by Bryan Quance (see all)
- Case Study: Ultem 1000 Solves Multiple Performance Challenges for Satellite Antennas - June 14, 2024
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- Case Study: Less is More with Ultra High-Performance Thermoplastics for Space Flight Components - June 4, 2024
