Functional net-shape wafer (water absorbing material)
UNIVEKS SB with a high affinity for water!
［Structure］
UNIVEKS SB
Net-shape hard wafer made of polyester resin
(conventional material choice: powder plastic or ceramic)
［Features］
●Water absorbency: Highly absorbent
●Porosity: 50 vol.% or more, continuous pore
●Machinability: Good impact resistance allowing machining to any shape
●Transportation ability: Transportation of liquid possible
●Heat resistance: 70℃ max. (50℃ for regular use)
●Evaporation/humidification ability: Water penetration possible with moving air
(natural evaporation type)
［Application］
●Humidifier elements
●Plate for evaporating drain water
●Transportation of water
●Tip material for water-based and permanent felt pens
●Coaster
［Cross section of UNIVEKS SB］
［Water absorbency of UNIVEKS SB］
［Characteristics for each type of UNIVEKS SB]
Type
Unit
M05
M１
M2
M5
Outer color
-
White
White
White
White
Thickness
mm
0.5
1
2
4.7
Pore ratio
％
70
68
74
72
Absorption ratio
％
60
60
60
60
Water droplet absorbency
50mL・sec
≦1
≦1
≦1
≦1
Absorption time
sec/70mm
60
60
65
65
Mildew resistance
JIS-Z2911
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Antibacterial property
(bacillus coli and staphylococci)
