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Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Sheets, Bars, and Strips
In addition to having a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding, this tough, impact- and wear-resistant material handles the scuffs, scrapes, and strikes that other plastics can’t. These sheets, bars, and strips are often used to make machine guards and chute liners. They are all FDA compliant for direct food contact.
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- Color: Off-White
- Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength: 6,373 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 16.8 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
- Hardness: Durometer 65D (Medium)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D4020, ASTM D6712, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, MIL-P-23536, UL 94 HB
| Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Fabrication | Lengths, ft. | Per Ft. | |
1" Wd. | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Molded | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 1/2" Wd. | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
2" Wd. | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
3" Wd. | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
4" Wd. | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
6" Wd. | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
- Color: Off-White
- Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength: 6,373 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 16.8 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
- Hardness: Durometer 65D (Medium)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D4020, ASTM D6712, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, MIL-P-23536, UL 94 HB
| Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Adhesive Type | Fabrication | Lengths, ft. | Per Ft. | |
1" Wd. | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 1/2" Wd. | ||||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
2" Wd. | ||||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
3" Wd. | ||||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
4" Wd. | ||||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
6" Wd. | ||||||
| 5/64" | -0.01" to 0.01" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 00000 | |
Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine Acetal Sheets and Bars
- Color: White or Black
- Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength: 9,135-9,700 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 1-1.5 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell R120 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D6100, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2470
An economical alternative to Delrin® acetal resin, these acetal copolymer sheets and bars offer the same naturally slippery surface and similar wear resistance. They resist expanding when exposed to heat and moisture, so they can be machined to close tolerances. Use them for parts that require precision, such as gears, bearings, and bushings.
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White | Black | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Each | Each | ||
12" × 12" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
12" × 24" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
12" × 48" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
24" × 24" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
24" × 48" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wear-Resistant Nylon Sheets, Bars, and Strips
With a slippery surface that reduces friction, these wear-resistant nylon 6/6 sheets, bars, and strips are often machined into bearings, gears, and valve seats.
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- Color: Off-White or Black
- Temperature Range: -40° to 185° F
- Tensile Strength: 11,200-12,300 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 0.6-1.4 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell R108-R121 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met:
Off-White:
7/64" Thick. and smaller: ASTM D5989, ASTM D6779, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1500, UL 94 HB
1/8" Thick. and larger: ASTM D5989, ASTM D6779, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1500, UL 94 V-2
Black: ASTM D5989, ASTM D6779
Off-White | Black | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thick. | Thick.Tolerance | Each | Each | ||
6" × 6" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
12" × 12" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
12" × 24" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
12" × 48" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
24" × 24" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
24" × 48" | |||||
| 5/64" | -0.009" to 0.009" | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Wear- and Chemical-Resistant PEEK Sheets and Bars
With superior wear resistance in repetitive processes, these sheets and bars resist wear caused by abrasion. PEEK is often used as a lightweight substitute for metal parts in chemical-processing applications.
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- Color: Beige
- Temperature Range: -20° to 480° F
- Tensile Strength: 14,000-16,000 psi (Excellent)
- Impact Strength: 0.6-0.95 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell R126 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met:
1/16" to 1/8" Thickness: 3-A Certified 20-27, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2415
1/4" to 1 1/2" Thickness: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2415, MIL-P-46183, UL 94 V-0
Machinable Ceramic-Filled Wear- and Chemical-Resistant PEEK
- Color: White
- Temperature Range: -100° to 500° F
- Tensile Strength: 14,100 psi (Excellent)
- Impact Strength: 0.66 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- For Use Outdoors: No
These PEEK sheets can be machined to tight tolerances for use in electrical and semiconductor parts, such as test sockets. With a ceramic filler, they have excellent hardness and rigidity. The filler also acts as an effective barrier against gas and fluid permeation. These sheets maintain their shape when exposed to temperature changes. They also withstand wear from abrasion and repetitive processes.
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12" × 12" | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Thickness | Thickness Tolerance | Each | |
| 5/64" | -0.005" to 0.005" | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Acrylic Sheets and Bars
Often used for windows, signs, and windshields, these extruded acrylic sheets and bars offer nearly the same performance as cast acrylic at a lower price. They’re a better choice for outdoor use than polycarbonate because they are UV and scratch resistant and will maintain clarity over time.
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- Color: Clear
- Temperature Range: 32° to 160° F
- Tensile Strength: 9,195-11,030 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 0.040 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell M89-M96 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: Yes
- Specifications Met: UL 94 HB
| Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Each | |
12" × 12" | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
12" × 24" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
12" × 48" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 00000000 | 00000 |
24" × 24" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
24" × 48" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
48" × 48" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 00000000 | 00000 |
48" × 96" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 000000 |
Clear High-Strength Scratch- and UV-Resistant Acrylic
- Color: Clear
- Temperature Range: 32° to 170° F
- Tensile Strength: 8,000 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 0.7 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell M68 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: Yes
- Specifications Met: UL 94 HB
Modified for increased impact strength over other types of acrylic, these extruded acrylic sheets are often used for skylights and outdoor signs. This material is a better choice for outdoor use than polycarbonate because it is scratch and UV resistant, and it maintains clarity over time.
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| Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Each | |
6" × 6" | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
12" × 6" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 0000 |
12" × 12" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 0000 |
24" × 24" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
48" × 24" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 00000 |
48" × 48" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 00000000 | 00000 |
60" × 48" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 00000000 | 000000 |
96" × 48" | |||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | 0000000 | 000000 |
Clear Easy-to-Form PETG Sheets
- Color: Clear
- Temperature Range: See Table
- Tensile Strength: See Table (Good)
- Impact Strength: See Table
- Hardness: See Table (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: See Table
Often fabricated into containers, trays, and packaging, these PETG sheets can be formed into complex shapes without sacrificing durability. This material can be used in similar applications as Plexiglas® Acrylic.
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Temp. Range, °F | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Min. | Max. | Tensile Strength, psi  | Impact Strength | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
6" × 6" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.008" to 0.008" | -4° | 140° | 6,900 | Not Rated | Rockwell M95 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, NSF/ANSI 51, UL 94 HB | 000000000 | 00000 |
6" × 12" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.008" to 0.008" | -4° | 140° | 6,900 | Not Rated | Rockwell M95 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, NSF/ANSI 51, UL 94 HB | 000000000 | 0000 |
12" × 12" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | -40° | 140° | 7,100-7,700 | 1.7 ft.-lbs./in (Poor) | Rockwell R106-R115 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 174.5, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 0000 |
12" × 24" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | -40° | 140° | 7,100-7,700 | 1.7 ft.-lbs./in (Poor) | Rockwell R106-R115 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 174.5, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 0000 |
12" × 36" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.008" to 0.008" | -4° | 140° | 6,900 | Not Rated | Rockwell M95 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, NSF/ANSI 51, UL 94 HB | 000000000 | 00000 |
12" × 48" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.008" to 0.008" | -4° | 140° | 6,900 | Not Rated | Rockwell M95 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, NSF/ANSI 51, UL 94 HB | 000000000 | 00000 |
24" × 24" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | -40° | 140° | 7,100-7,700 | 1.7 ft.-lbs./in (Poor) | Rockwell R106-R115 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 174.5, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 00000 |
24" × 36" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.008" to 0.008" | -4° | 140° | 6,900 | Not Rated | Rockwell M95 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, NSF/ANSI 51, UL 94 HB | 000000000 | 00000 |
24" × 48" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | -40° | 140° | 7,100-7,700 | 1.7 ft.-lbs./in (Poor) | Rockwell R106-R115 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 174.5, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 00000 |
48" × 48" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | -40° | 140° | 7,100-7,700 | 1.7 ft.-lbs./in (Poor) | Rockwell R106-R115 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 174.5, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 00000 |
48" × 96" | |||||||||
| 5/64" | -0.006" to 0.01" | -40° | 140° | 7,100-7,700 | 1.7 ft.-lbs./in (Poor) | Rockwell R106-R115 | FDA Compliant 21 CFR 174.5, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1315, UL 94 HB | 00000000 | 000000 |
Vibration Damping Sheets
Install these adhesive-back sheets to reduce noise from vibrating surfaces, such as duct and equipment housings.
Plastic sheets resist oil and grease.
Lenses for Ceiling Lights
Lenses disperse light to reduce glare and protect bulbs from damage. Cut to size using a band saw or shears.
Solid lenses keep bulbs hidden and distribute light evenly. Lenses with a prismatic or cracked ice pattern distribute light better than smooth lenses. Smooth lenses for LED lights scatter the directed light of an LED better than other solid lenses.Acrylic lenses won't turn yellow over time.
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| For Light Technology | Material | Clarity | Lg., ft. | Wd., ft. | Thick. | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Small Pack | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Solid with Cracked Ice Pattern | ||||||||
| LED, Fluorescent | Acrylic Plastic | Clear | 4 | 2 | 5/64" | 2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Solid with Smooth Pattern | ||||||||
| Fluorescent | Acrylic Plastic | Frosted | 4 | 2 | 5/64" | 2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| LED | Acrylic Plastic | Frosted | 4 | 2 | 5/64" | 2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Large Pack | ||||||||
Solid with Cracked Ice Pattern | ||||||||
| LED, Fluorescent | Acrylic Plastic | Clear | 4 | 2 | 5/64" | 10 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Solid with Smooth Pattern | ||||||||
| Fluorescent | Acrylic Plastic | Frosted | 4 | 2 | 5/64" | 10 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| LED | Acrylic Plastic | Frosted | 4 | 2 | 5/64" | 10 | 0000000 | 000000 |