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When failure isn’t an option, your customers count on your expertise. This article gives you talking points for selecting high-heat materials—especially Duratron™ PI and PBI. Learn where they shine, how they differ, and when they outperform PEI and PAI so you can recommend the right material with confidence.

When a customer pushes temperature, load, or chemical limits, the right material choice matters. Learn what makes MCG a long-trusted partner for high-temperature solutions.

This guide explains the key terms that matter when customers ask about extreme-temperature plastics — and shows how materials like Duratron™ PI retain high performance as the heat climbs. If your customer is operating near or beyond 500°F, this is a must read.

Take the quiz to see how well you understand Duratron™ PI and PBI materials.