polyimides

/ˌpɑliˈɪmaɪdz/
noun
  1. Plural of polyimide; multiple types or pieces of this heat-resistant plastic.
    • Manufacturers produce polyimides in sheets, films, and custom shapes.
    • The lab tested several polyimides to find the best one for the new microchip.
    • Different polyimides are used depending on the required flexibility and heat tolerance.
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