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In addition to a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding, this tough material is impact and wear resistant to handle the scuffs, scrapes, and strikes that other plastics can’t.
Also known as Tivar H.O.T., this material lasts up to 10 times longer in high-temperature applications than standard UHMW.
The addition of glass fibers makes this material more abrasion resistant than standard UHMW. It’s also known as Tivar 88.
This oil-filled material is self-lubricating for an extra-slippery surface.
If a chip of this material breaks off, it can be located by metal detectors to reduce contamination risks.
Practically nonabsorbent, HDPE won't swell when exposed to moisture. It is denser and more rigid than LDPE, plus it's more chemical resistant.
Also known as starboard, these sheets and bars won’t degrade when exposed to salt water, humidity, and UV light.
Made of recycled HDPE plastic, these sheets are more sustainable and economical than standard marine-grade moisture-resistant HDPE sheets.
Because ABS maintains its toughness even after thermoforming, it’s often made into storage cases, tote trays, equipment housings, and protective gear.
Delrin® acetal resin, also known as acetal homopolymer, is stronger and stiffer than acetal copolymer.
The addition of PTFE provides a more slippery, wear-resistant surface than standard Delrin® acetal resin. It’s commonly fabricated into pump components, gears, and bearings.
A glass-fiber filler gives this material increased rigidity over standard Delrin® acetal resin. Use it to machine manifolds, impellers, and other parts that require rigidity.
An economical alternative to Delrin® acetal resin, this acetal copolymer offers similar wear resistance.
This material prevents the buildup of static charges.
Because PVC resists many acids and alkalies, it’s widely used for tanks and in chemical-processing applications. Also known as PVC Type 1.
Offering greater impact resistance than standard PVC Type 1 with similar chemical resistance, this PVC Type 2 is widely used for parts that are subject to shock.
CPVC is just as chemical resistant as standard PVC Type 1 and can handle hotter temperatures up to 200° F.
Because this polypropylene resists swelling when exposed to water, it’s often fabricated into containers and parts for laboratory equipment.
Widely used in semiconductor applications, this polypropylene meets UL flame-retardance standards.
Also known as nylon 6/6, this general purpose material is often used for bearings, gears, valve seats, and other high-wear parts.
This nylon 6/6 material is modified with MDS for a self-lubricating surface that’s more slippery than standard nylon. It's often used in high-friction applications, such as gears and bearings.
This cast nylon 6 material is easier to machine than other types of nylon. It’s comparable to Nylatron and Nycast.
Often used to make gears and wear strips, these cast nylon 6 sheets and bars withstand higher temperatures and are easier to machine than standard nylon 6/6 sheets and bars.
The addition of MDS results in a nylon with exceptional wear resistance as well as self-lubricating properties.
This nylon stays lubricated over time because it’s filled with oil. Use it to fabricate parts for hard-to-reach places where adding lubricants would be difficult.
The combination of high strength and water resistance, along with a variety of color choices, makes this opaque cast acrylic useful for outdoor signs and containers. It's also known as Lucite and Plexiglas® Acrylic.
Often fabricated into signs, packaging, and light duty housings, polystyrene is easy to thermoform.
Known for its electrical insulating properties, this polystyrene is often used for cable connectors, electrical housings, and in microwave applications. It is also known as Rexolite.
Polycarbonate maintains good impact resistance across a wide temperature range. It's comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.
The addition of glass fibers to this polycarbonate increases tensile strength for use in structural applications.
A satin texture on one side of these PETG sheets makes them semiclear. You can see light from the other side, but not detailed shapes. They are more resistant to scratching and glare than standard PETG.
This film is often used as a separator when heating parts in an oven.
An aluminum coating on one side of this film reflects heat, so it’s widely used as an insulator and in packaging applications.
Polyester resists swelling in wet environments.
These black polyester sheets protect from UV rays better than off-white polyester. Strong and semi-rigid, they won't swell in moist environments, so they're often made into pump components and spacers.
Use Noryl PPO for electrical insulating applications where moisture is a concern. It remains dimensionally stable over time, even when temperatures fluctuate.
Made with Teflon® PTFE resins, these sheets and bars surpass most plastics when it comes to chemical resistance and performance in extreme temperatures.
Known for its naturally slippery surface, PTFE surpasses most plastics when it comes to chemical resistance and performance in extreme temperatures.
This film is made with virgin Teflon® PTFE resins. It can handle extreme temperatures and resists most solvents.
Manufactured from Rulon PTFE, a PTFE that's modified with filler material for a super-slippery, impact-resistant surface that resists wear.
Protect sensitive equipment from damaging electrical static charges.
Kapton® polyimide film is an excellent electrical insulator.
This film conducts electricity to prevent the buildup of static charges.
Because this film dissipates heat, it is often used for printed circuit boards and power supplies.
Filled with glass, these Torlon 5030 bars are stronger and more rigid than Torlon 4301 and 4203, yet still electrically insulate like Torlon 4203.
Choose these sheets over standard Torlon PAI for their excellent electrical insulating properties.
Often used for circuit-breaker housings, manifolds, and semiconductor components, Ultem PEI offers excellent electrical-insulating properties.
Not only does PEEK provide superior wear resistance in repetitive processes, it is also resists wear caused by abrasion. PEEK can be used as a lightweight substitute for metal parts in chemical-processing applications.
Stronger than PTFE, PVDF offers good chemical resistance. Comparable to Kynar and Solef, it’s widely used for pump parts, tank liners, and seals.
When excellent chemical resistance is combined with an ability to hold tight tolerances, the result is PPS—a material that’s widely machined into parts for chemical-processing applications. It is comparable to Techtron and Ryton.
Widely used to make parts that require autoclaving, polysulfone is a hard, rigid material that’s easy to machine and thermoform. It maintains its physical properties when heated, even when exposed to steam.
Cast acrylic is easier to machine than extruded acrylic. It's comparable to Lucite and Plexiglas® Acrylic.
When compared to uncoated cast acrylic, this clear-coated cast acrylic is 45 times more scratch resistant.
This extruded acrylic offers similar performance as cast acrylic at a lower cost.
Laminate or mold this plastic film onto credit card signing screens, signs, and other surfaces for a see-through protective layer that won’t scratch.
At only half the weight of glass, polycarbonate maintains excellent impact resistance across a wide temperature range. It's comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.
With a clear coating that provides protection from abrasion, UV light, and harsh cleaners, this polycarbonate is often used to create transit shelters and equipment shields.
Enhanced UV resistance makes this polycarbonate better than standard polycarbonate for outdoor use.
This polycarbonate has a static-dissipative coating that prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging sensitive electronic equipment.
Often used in security doors and windows to protect against forced entry, this laminated polycarbonate is nearly impenetrable.
Carbon mesh is embedded into this clear PVC film to dissipate electrostatic discharge and protect sensitive electronic equipment.
Because PVC resists acids and alkalies, it is often used in tanks and chemical-processing applications where visibility is essential.
PETG can be formed into complex shapes without sacrificing durability.
Polyester absorbs almost no moisture and resists swelling in wet environments. It is also known as PET and PETE.
A static-dissipative coating on this polyester film prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging sensitive electronic equipment.
The slippery surface on this FEP film prevents sticking. Use it as a release film when making molded parts.
Stronger and more chemical resistant than FEP and PFA film, ETFE film resists cracking over time.
Resistant to scratches and scuffs, mirrored acrylic is an economical alternative to mirrored polycarbonate.
Mirrored polycarbonate resists damage caused by impact.
A good all-around choice, Garolite G-10/FR4 is strong, machinable, and electrically insulating. It meets UL 94 V-0 for flame retardance.
Offering higher strength and better heat resistance than Garolite G-10/FR4, Garolite G-11 is suitable for continuous use in elevated temperatures.
Often used for terminal boards, electrical housings, end plates, and structural components in high temperatures, these sheets are a flame-retardant version of Garolite G-11. All are stronger and resist heat better than Garolite G-10/FR4.
Stronger than Garolite CE with better electrical-insulating properties, Garolite XX is often fabricated into low-cost electrical components.
Garolite G-7 withstands temperatures up to 425° F—higher than any other grade of Garolite. While not as strong as Garolite G-9 sheets, these sheets and bars offer better arc resistance in dry environments and a higher level of electrical insulation.
Resisting heavy impacts and temperatures up to 500° F, these Garolite sheets are used in machinery such as turbine bearings and downpipe gaskets.
Rated for temperatures down to -415° F, this Garolite G-10 CR performs better in cryogenic applications than other glass epoxies.
Use Garolite G-10 in place of Garolite G-10/FR4 for applications that are sensitive to halogen, such as in nuclear plants. It's strong, machinable, and electrically insulating.
Frequently called electrical-grade Garolite, this Garolite G-9 is strong, electrically insulating, and arc resistant in dry environments.
Offering excellent arc and track resistance, this GPO3 fiberglass is often used for electrical applications in humid environments.
Made with a flame-retardant resin, this FRP fiberglass meets ASTM E84 Class A.
With more than twice the heat tolerance of standard FRP fiberglass, this material withstands temperatures up to 370° F.
This FRP fiberglass is made with a chemical-resistant resin that stands up to harsh environments.
As a strong, lightweight, and buoyant alternative to solid panels, these aramid honeycomb cores are used to make interior wall panels and floor boards in marine, structural, and industrial applications.
With an aramid honeycomb core sandwiched between carbon fiber or fiberglass for rigidity, these panels are strong, but lightweight, and won’t conduct heat. Often used as wall panels in structural and insulating applications, they’re a lightweight alternative to solid composite and aluminum honeycomb panels.
Also known as fishpaper.