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Plastic – Polymers / Thermoplastic
ABS
Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene
Temperature range: -4oF to 176oF
Material is known for flexibility and impact strength with excellent resistance to glycerine, inorganic salts, alkalis, many acids, most alcohols and hydrocarbon.
Specifications:
ASTM D2680
MIL-R-6130
Processes: Die Cut – Molded – Sheet
Acetal / Delrin® (POM)
Polyoxymethylene
Temperature range: -40oF to 180oF
This material is extremely strong and rigid, with high abrasion and heat resistance and low water absorption.
Specifications:
ASTM D6778
ASTM D2133
Processes: Die Cut – Molded – Sheet
Acrylic / Plexiglas®
Polymethylmethacrylate ◊ Technical Data Sheets
Temperature range: -76oF to 194oF
This material is machinable and heat-bendable. An alternative to glass, it is lightweight and shatterproof.
Specifications:
ASTM D788
MIL-PRF-5425 ◊ MIL-P-5425
Processes: Die Cut – Extrusion – Molded– Sheet
DAP
Diallyl Phthalate
Temperature range: -94oF to 316oF
This material is known for its long term reliability and superior insulating properties. It withstand high heat and humidity over long periods of time.
Specifications:
ASTM D5948
Processes: Molded
Ethafoam®
Polyethylene Foam
Flame Resistant
A proprietary Dow / Sealed Air product, Ethafoam sheets are durable, lightweight and meet the highest environmental and quality standards.
Specifications:
A-A-59136, Class 1, Type 1, Grade A
FAR 25.853(a)(i)
FAR 25.853(a)(ii)
Processes: Sheet
Kydex® 100
Acrylic-Polyvinyl Chloride
Heat Deflection Temperature at 264 psi: 173oF
High impact, fire-rated sheet. This is a proprietary alloy sheet manufactured by SEKISUI SPI. Manufacturer Certificate of Conformance available with orders.
Specifications:
ASTM D1784
FAR 25.853(a)(i)
FAR 25.853(a)(ii)
Processes: Sheet
Lexan® 9034
Polycarbonate
Temperature Range: -40° – 140°F
Excellent insulator. UV stabilized. Heat deflection at 270°F at 264 psi.
Processes: Sheet
Nylon
Polyamide
Temperature range: -94oF to 210oF
Nylon is an excellent material for machining. It is tough, strong & impact resistant.
Specifications:
ASTM D4066
Processes: Die Cut – Extrusion – Molded– Sheet
Phenolics
Temperature range: to 285oF depending upon filler
Phenolics are combined with fillers, such as linen or canvas, to create a strong, solvent and high temperature resistant material at a budget price.
Specifications:
MIL-I-24768
Processes: Die Cut – Extrusion – Molded– Sheet
Polyethylene (PE)
Temperature range: -148oF to 248oF
Excellent resistance to acids, alcohols and bases, with good resistance to aldehydes, esters, alphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, ketones, minerals and vegetable oils. Poor UV resistance.
Specifications:
ASTM D3350
MIL-P-21922
Processes: Sheet
Polystyrene
Temperature range: -60oF to 165oF
A versatile material, polystyrene is lightweight and has good water resistance with some chemical resistance at PS grades.
Specifications:
ASTM D4549
Processes: Molded
Polyurethane / Tygothane®
Polyurethane
Temperature range: -60oF to 180oF
With high tear strength,polyurethane is one of the toughest materials with extreme abrasion and extrusion resistance, making it an ideal sealing material.
Specifications:
ASTM D1418
ASTM D2000
SAE J200
Processes: Die Cut – Extrusion – Molded– Sheet
PVC
Polyvinylchloride
Temperature range: -13oF to 158oF
Popular for use in fittings, nuts, bolts, ducts and hoods. Excellent resistance to acids, alcohols, bases, hydrocarbons and good UV resistance.
Specifications:
ASTM D1784
Processes: Die Cut – Extrusion – Molded– Sheet
Teflon® (PTFE) ◊ MR70
Polytetrafluoroethylene
Temperature range: -80oF to 300oF
Strong chemical resistance. Ideal for applications where sliding parts are necessary. Insolvability in all known solvents with excellent UV resistance.
Specifications:
AMS 3652
ASTM D3294
ASTM D3295
ASTM D3308
Processes: Die Cut – Extrusion – Molded – Sheet
Ultem 1000
Polyetherimide
Temperature range: -65oF to 200oF
With a high heat resistance and flame retardance, polyetherimide offers excellent thermal performance. It provides high mechanical strength and stiffness.
Specifications:
ASTM D5205
ULSP Class VI
Processes: Molded
