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ABS

ABS

ABS, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, is an ideal material for structural applications when impact resistance, strength, and stiffness are required. A…

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Acetal / Delrin

Acetal / Delrin

Acetal (AKA Polyoxymethylene – POM) is a high strength, low friction engineering plastic that has excellent wear properties in both wet and dry env…

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Acrylic (EXTRUDED)

Acrylic (EXTRUDED)

Acrylic (PMMA, polymethylmethacrylate) is a transparent thermoplastic with outstanding strength, stiffness, and optical clarity. Cast Acrylic is mor…

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Acrylic (CAST)

Acrylic (CAST)

Cast Acrylic satisfies the requirements for all high performance applications as it is made by a cell-casting process which provides the following cha…

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CPVC

CPVC

Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride is a high temperature grade material that provides excellent corrosion resistance, high heat resistance, chemical res…

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Delrin® DE588

Delrin® DE588

DELRIN® AF DE588 is a 20% PTFE filled homopolymer acetal that is used primarily by the United States Navy. The resin is manufactured by DuPont and is…

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Ertalyte® / PET-P

Ertalyte® / PET-P

Ertalyte® is an unreinforced, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester based on polyethylene terephthalate (PET-P). It is characterized as having the…

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FLUOROSINT

FLUOROSINT

Fluorosint’s unique properties are the result of process in which synthetically manufactured mica is chemically linked to PTFE. This bonding results in…

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G10 / FR4

G10 / FR4

Phenolic G-10/FR4 is a continuous woven glass fabric laminated with an epoxy resin, and requires significant expertise to machine. Grade G-10 is used…

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KYDEX®

KYDEX®

KYDEX® is a line of thermoplastic acrylic-polyvinyl chloride alloy sheet grades. KYDEX® sheet is an ext…

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KYNAR® / PVDF

KYNAR® / PVDF

Polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) is a high purity engineering thermoplastic with excellent chemical, abrasion, and flame resistance with great UV sta…

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NORYL / PPO

NORYL / PPO

NORYL® modified PPO is an engineering thermoplastic with outstanding strength, stiffness, and electrical insulating properties. Key Features: High…

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NYLON (EXTRUDED)

NYLON (EXTRUDED)

Nylon is a strong, stiff engineering plastic with outstanding bearing and wear properties. Nylon’s toughness, wear resistance, tensile strength and…

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NYLON (CAST)

NYLON (CAST)

Cast Nylon exhibits all the properties which generally make nylon a superior engineering material: high strength, low friction and wear resistance. Ho…

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PBT

PBT

Polybutylene Terephthalate is a strong, stiff engineering plastic with excellent chemical resistance, and bearing and wear properties. Key Features…

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PEEK

PEEK

PEEK is a strong and stiff plastic material that is often used in applications where performance at elevated temperatures is required. PEEK has out…

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POLYCARBONATE OPTICAL

POLYCARBONATE OPTICAL

Polycarbonate is a transparent, strong, and stiff thermoplastic material with outstanding impact resistance. Key Features: Impact Resistance, The…

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POLYCARBONATE MECHANICAL

POLYCARBONATE MECHANICAL

The close tolerance machinability and transparency of this material make it appropriate for applications which require high performance characteristics…

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POLYSULFONE

POLYSULFONE

Polysulfone is a high temperature, amber colored, semi-transparent plastic material with good mechanical properties. It is resistant to degradation fro…

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PTFE / Teflon®

PTFE / Teflon®

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a soft, low friction fluoropolymer with outstanding chemical resistance and wear resistance. It is often used in hi…

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PVC

PVC

Polyvinyl chloride, is a strong, stiff low cost plastic material that is easy to fabricate and easy to bond and paint. Key Features: Ease of Fab…

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Rexolite®

Rexolite®

Rexolite® is a rigid, transparent insulating material made by an irradiation cross-linking process. Rexolite® is one of the best dielectric materials…

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Radel® R / PPSU

Radel® R / PPSU

PPSU is a high temperature thermoplastic material with outstanding impact resistance. It is resistant to hot water and steam and can withstand repeated …

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Torlon® / PAI

Torlon® / PAI

Torlon® is a trade name of a Polyamide-imide, which is an extremely strong and stiff plastic. It is often used in elevated temperature environments…

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Thermoset Composites

Thermoset Composites

Thermoset Composite materials have extremely high strength and stiffness at a relatively low cost. Each composite consists of a reinforcement material…

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Ultem® / PEI

Ultem® / PEI

Polyetherimide is a semitransparent high strength plastic material that can operate in high service temperature environments. It is resistant to hot…

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Vespel®

Vespel®

Vespel® polyimide is an extremely high temperature, creep resistant material that is often used in high heat environments where thermoplastic materials…

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ABS
ABS

ABS, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, is an ideal material for structural applications when impact resistance, strength, and stiffness are required. ABS resists breaking upon impact and is often used in protective applications, such as equipment housings and machine guards. Key Features: Impact Resistance, Thermoformable, Flame Retardant Applications: Machine Housings, Instruments Panels, Support Blocks

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Acetal / Delrin
Acetal / Delrin

Acetal (AKA Polyoxymethylene – POM) is a high strength, low friction engineering plastic that has excellent wear properties in both wet and dry environments. Its dimensional stability makes acetal an outstanding choice for complex parts with tight tolerances. Delrin® is a trade name for a homopolymer acetal. Key Features: Dimensional Stability, Low Moisture Absorption, Excellent Wear Properties Applications: Wear Strips, Gears, Food Processing and Electrical Components

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Acrylic (EXTRUDED)
Acrylic (EXTRUDED)

Acrylic (PMMA, polymethylmethacrylate) is a transparent thermoplastic with outstanding strength, stiffness, and optical clarity. Cast Acrylic is more suited for machining in to components, while extruded, calendared sheet product is better suited for covers and line bent components. Key Features: Optical Clarity, UV Resistant, Thermoformability Applications: Security Barriers, Equipment Enclosures, Viewing Ports & Windows

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Acrylic (CAST)
Acrylic (CAST)

Cast Acrylic satisfies the requirements for all high performance applications as it is made by a cell-casting process which provides the following characteristics: best optical-quality, highest long-term design stress, and superior weatherability. Cast Material is superior to Extruded Acrylic when considering requirements of nearly all high-performance applications. Key Features: Optical Clarity, Chemically Resistance, & Resistance to Long-Term Stress Applications: Pediatric Incubators, Fluidic Manifolds, Manifolds, Optical Lenses

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CPVC
CPVC

Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride is a high temperature grade material that provides excellent corrosion resistance, high heat resistance, chemical resistance, inherent flame resistivity, good tensile strength, and weatherability. Key Features: Corrosion Resistance, Chemical Resistance, High Heat Resistance. Applications: Chemical Processing, Metal Anodizing, Waste Treatment

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Delrin® DE588
Delrin® DE588

DELRIN® AF DE588 is a 20% PTFE filled homopolymer acetal that is used primarily by the United States Navy. The resin is manufactured by DuPont and is used extensively in a variety of applications primarily on submarines. This advanced acetal material uses a combination of PTFE fibers uniformly dispersed in Delrin acetal resin. Key Features: Excellent Wear Characteristics, Dimensional Stability, Load Bearing Capabilities Applications: Naval Applications; bushings, bearings, seals, gaskets & valve seats.

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Ertalyte® / PET-P
Ertalyte® / PET-P

Ertalyte® is an unreinforced, semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester based on polyethylene terephthalate (PET-P). It is characterized as having the best dimensional stability coupled with excellent wear resistance, low coefficient of friction, high strength, and resistance to moderately acidic solutions. Key Benefits: Wear resistance, Dimensional Stability, Low Coefficient of Friction Applications: Linear bearings, Wear Pads, Dynamic Seals, Scraper Blades, Valve Seals

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FLUOROSINT
FLUOROSINT

Fluorosint’s unique properties are the result of process in which synthetically manufactured mica is chemically linked to PTFE. This bonding results in properties not normally attainable in reinforced PTFE. Fluorosint Grades: Fluorosint 207, Fluorosint 500, Fluorosint HPV, Fluorsint MT-01 Applications: Bearings, Seals, Mixers, Valve seats

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G10 / FR4
G10 / FR4

Phenolic G-10/FR4 is a continuous woven glass fabric laminated with an epoxy resin, and requires significant expertise to machine. Grade G-10 is used for terminal boards, washers, sleeves, structural components, and parts where the strength to size ratio is critical. Key Features: Mechanical Strength, Low Moisture Absorption, Electrical Insulation Applications: Terminal boards, Washers, Sleeves, Structural components

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KYDEX®
KYDEX®

KYDEX® is a line of thermoplastic acrylic-polyvinyl chloride alloy sheet grades. KYDEX® sheet is an extremely durable thermoplastic alloy extruded in a range of colors, patterns, textures, thicknesses and grades to optimize long-term performance, appearance and cost-effectiveness Key Features: Impact resistance, Flame Retardance, Chemical Resistance, Dimensional Stability Applications: Equipment Housings, Vents and grilles, Transit Vehicle Components

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KYNAR® / PVDF
KYNAR® / PVDF

Polyvinylidene difluoride (PVDF) is a high purity engineering thermoplastic with excellent chemical, abrasion, and flame resistance with great UV stability. It is often referred to by its trade name Kynar®. Key Features: High Purity, Chemical Resistance, Flame Resistance, Abrasion Resistance Applications: Semiconductor Equipment, Pump and Valve Parts, Manifolds

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NORYL / PPO
NORYL / PPO

NORYL® modified PPO is an engineering thermoplastic with outstanding strength, stiffness, and electrical insulating properties. Key Features: High Dielectric Strength, Dimensional Stability, Low Moisture Absorption Applications: Manifolds, Valves & Fittings, Electrical Components

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NYLON (EXTRUDED)
NYLON (EXTRUDED)

Nylon is a strong, stiff engineering plastic with outstanding bearing and wear properties. Nylon’s toughness, wear resistance, tensile strength and lubricity make it a good choice for many mechanical machine parts. Extruded nylon is also known as Nylon 6/6. Key Features: Bearing & Wear Properties, Chemical Resistance, Lightweight Applications: Wear Pads, Seals & Gaskets, and Food Processing

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NYLON (CAST)
NYLON (CAST)

Cast Nylon exhibits all the properties which generally make nylon a superior engineering material: high strength, low friction and wear resistance. However, because of the casting process, part size and thickness are almost unlimited without degradation of the materials internal structure. Cast Nylon is also known as Nylon 6. Key Features: Bearing & Wear Properties, Chemical Resistance, Lightweight Applications: Wear Pads, Seals & Gaskets, and Food Processing

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PBT
PBT

Polybutylene Terephthalate is a strong, stiff engineering plastic with excellent chemical resistance, and bearing and wear properties. Key Features: Chemical Resistance, Low Moisture Absorption, Wear Resistance Applications: Contact Mounts, Wear Pads, Electrical Components, Gears

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PEEK
PEEK

PEEK is a strong and stiff plastic material that is often used in applications where performance at elevated temperatures is required. PEEK has outstanding chemical resistance as well as resistance to steam and hot water. Key Features: Chemical Resistance, High Wear, High Continuous Use Temperature Applications: Medical Instruments, Manifolds, Sensor Housings, Valve Components

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POLYCARBONATE OPTICAL
POLYCARBONATE OPTICAL

Polycarbonate is a transparent, strong, and stiff thermoplastic material with outstanding impact resistance. Key Features: Impact Resistance, Thermoformability, Dimensional Stability, Heat Resistant Applications: Equipment Enclosure, Instrument Gauge Covers, Machine Guards

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POLYCARBONATE MECHANICAL
POLYCARBONATE MECHANICAL

The close tolerance machinability and transparency of this material make it appropriate for applications which require high performance characteristics. This combination of physical properties make it a useful material for the medical and analytical equipment markets. Key Features: Dimensional Stability, Low Moisture Absorption, Optical Clarity Common Applications: Manifolds, Instrument Covers, Light Shields, Sight Glasses

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POLYSULFONE
POLYSULFONE

Polysulfone is a high temperature, amber colored, semi-transparent plastic material with good mechanical properties. It is resistant to degradation from hot water and steam and it is often used in medical and food preparation applications where repeated sterilization is required. Key Features: Semi-Transparent, High Temperature, Autoclavable Applications: Medical Trays, Medical Instruments, Autoclavable Instruments

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PTFE / Teflon®
PTFE / Teflon®

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a soft, low friction fluoropolymer with outstanding chemical resistance and wear resistance. It is often used in high temperature environments, and also has excellent electrical insulating properties. The best known brand name of PTFE-based formulas is Teflon® by DuPont. Key Features: Chemical Resistance, Low Friction, Performs at High Temperatures Applications: Manifolds, Seals & Gaskets, Pump Components, Analytical Equipment

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PVC
PVC

Polyvinyl chloride, is a strong, stiff low cost plastic material that is easy to fabricate and easy to bond and paint. Key Features: Ease of Fabrication, Strong and Stiff Applications, Valve Components, Fittings, Housings and Manifolds

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Rexolite®
Rexolite®

Rexolite® is a rigid, transparent insulating material made by an irradiation cross-linking process. Rexolite® is one of the best dielectric materials known with a dissipation factor 200 times better than nylon. In contrast with other high temperature, ultrahigh frequency dielectrics, Rexolite® has the rigidity and ability to resist deformation under load.

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Radel® R / PPSU
Radel® R / PPSU

PPSU is a high temperature thermoplastic material with outstanding impact resistance. It is resistant to hot water and steam and can withstand repeated autoclave cycles. Key Feature: Chemical Resistance, Resistance to Hydrolysis, Thermal Stability Applications: Surgical Instrument Handles, Sterilization Trays, Medical Instruments

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Torlon® / PAI
Torlon® / PAI

Torlon® is a trade name of a Polyamide-imide, which is an extremely strong and stiff plastic. It is often used in elevated temperature environments where other thermoplastics would lose their mechanical properties Key Features: High Heat, Low Thermal Expansion, Electrical Insulation Applications: Test Sockets, Semiconductor, Seals & Valves, Bearing Cages

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Thermoset Composites
Thermoset Composites

Thermoset Composite materials have extremely high strength and stiffness at a relatively low cost. Each composite consists of a reinforcement material such as glass fiber, or woven cotton that has been impregnated with a plastic resin such as phenolic or epoxy. Often these are referred to as Phenolics. Key Features: Electrical Properties, Bearing and Wear Properties, Creep Resistance Applications: Wear Pads, Electrical Insulators, Structural Supports

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Ultem® / PEI
Ultem® / PEI

Polyetherimide is a semitransparent high strength plastic material that can operate in high service temperature environments. It is resistant to hot water and steam and can withstand repeated autoclaving cycles. It is often known by its trade name, Ultem®. Key Features: Dielectric, Tensile, and Flexural Strength, Autoclavable Applications: Test Sockets, Connectors, Valves, Structural probes, Manifolds, Insulators

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Vespel®
Vespel®

Vespel® polyimide is an extremely high temperature, creep resistant material that is often used in high heat environments where thermoplastic materials lose their mechanical properties. Key Features: High Temperature, Wear Resistance, Creep Resistance, Long Life Applications: Test Sockets, Valve Seats, Gaskets & Seals, Semiconductor Equipment

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