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External lubrication of high‐temperature thermoplastic polymers was studied experimentally. It was found that the nature of the lubrication fluid has a pronounced effect upon the behavior of the contact. It is postulated that premature failure of PEEK‐lubricated contacts is caused by the migration of linear carboxylic acids into the polymer matrix at elevated temperatures, thereby producing significant plasticization. A sequence of events leading to failure is given and some rationale for it provided.
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