| ITEM | VALUE | UNIT | NORM |
|---|---|---|---|
| MECHANICAL | |||
| Tensile Strength @ Yield | 59 | Mpa | ISO 527 |
| Tensile Strength @ Break | No break | Mpa | ISO 527 |
| Elongation @ Break | >200 | % | ISO 527 |
| Tensile Modulus of Elasticity | 2420 | Mpa | ISO 527 |
| Flexural Strength | 86 | Mpa | ISO 178 |
| Charpy Notched Impact Strength | (*) | kJ.m-2 | ISO 179 |
| Charpy Unnotched | No break | kJ.m-2 | ISO 179 |
| Rockwell Hardness M / R scale | (*) / 111 | ||
| Ball Indentation | 117 | Mpa | ISO 2039 |
| OPTICAL | |||
| Light Transmission | 89 | % | |
| Refractive Index | 1,576 | ||
| THERMAL | |||
| Max. service temperature2024 | 60 | °C | |
| Vicat Softening Point - 10N | 79 | °C | ISO 306 |
| Vicat Softening Point - 50N | 75 | °C | ISO 306 |
| HDT A @ 1.8 Mpa | 69 | °C | ISO 75-1,2 |
| HDT B @ 0.45 Mpa | 73 | °C | ISO 75-1,2 |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion x10-5 | <6 | x10-5 . ºC-1 | |
Polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG or PET-G) is a thermoplastic polyester valued for its chemical resistance, durability, and ease of shaping. Its low molding temperature supports vacuum and pressure forming, as well as heat bending. PETG sheets are commonly used in commercial retail and medical packaging, advertising displays, and electronic insulators, providing dependable performance across various applications.
PETG is naturally transparent but can discolor during processing. Its main drawback is that the raw material lacks UV resistance.
PETG offers excellent processing properties and low material costs, and is commonly used in vacuum forming, folding boxes, and printing.
PETG sheets are appreciated for their thermoforming capability and chemical resistance. They are often used in beverage bottles, cooking oil containers, and FDA-compliant food storage. In the medical industry, PETG’s rigidity allows it to withstand sterilization, making it suitable for medical implants and packaging pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
PETG sheets are also frequently used for point-of-sale stands and retail displays. Their versatility in shapes and colors makes them ideal for creating eye-catching signage. PETG’s printability allows for affordable production of custom images.
PETG’s higher heat resistance prevents its molecules from clustering as easily as PET, leading to a lower melting point and less crystallization. As a result, PETG sheets keep their properties during thermoforming, 3D printing, and other high-temperature uses.
A PETG sheet is a thermoplastic polyester valued for its chemical resistance, durability, and formability.
Each adhesive has its own advantages and disadvantages. We will review, suggest suitable use cases, and explain how to apply them with PETG sheets.
PETG sheets are ideal for machining and punching, and can be joined by welding with PETG rods or by gluing. With up to 90% light transmittance, they provide a cost-effective alternative to plexiglass, especially for molded, welded, or extensively machined products.
PETG offers excellent thermoforming properties, supporting deep draws, complex die cuts, and precise molded details while maintaining structural integrity.
HSQY Plastics Group offers PETG sheets in various sizes and specifications for a range of applications.
PETG sheets are popular for their ease of thermoforming, chemical resistance, and rigidity. They withstand sterilization, making them suitable for medical implants and pharmaceutical packaging.
With low shrinkage and high strength, PETG sheets are ideal for high-temperature, food-safe applications. They are also used in point-of-sale booths and retail displays.
Additionally, PETG sheets are easy to print on, offering a smooth, adhesive-friendly surface that allows affordable customization of intricate images.


