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Plastic
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ABS |
Rigid, low-cost thermoplastic, easily machined and thermo-formed.
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Acetal
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Engineering thermoplastic with good strength, wear resistance, and dimensional stability. More dimensionally stable than nylon under wet and humid conditions.
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Acrylic
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Clear, transparent, strong, break-resistant thermoplastic with excellent chemical resistance and weatherability.
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CPVC
(Chlorinated PVC) |
Thermoplastic with properties similar to PVC, but operated to a 40-60°F higher temperature.
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Fiberglass
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Thermosetting composite with high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent dielectric properties and unaffected by corrosion.
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Nylon
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Thermoplastic with excellent impact resistance, ideal for wear applications such as bearings and gears; Self-lubricating under some circumstances
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PEEK
(Poly-ether-ether-ketone) |
Engineering thermoplastic, excellent temperature resistance, suitable for continuous use above 500°F, excellent flexural and tensile properties.
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PET
(Poly-ethylene-terephthalate) |
Dimensionally stable thermoplastic with superior machining characteristics compared to acetal.
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Phenolic
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Thermosetting family of plastics with minimal thermal expansion, high compressive strength, excellent wear and abrasion resistance and a low coefficient of friction. Used for bearing applications and molded parts.
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Polycarbonate
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Transparent, tough thermoplastic with high impact strength, excellent chemical resistance and electrical properties, and good dimensional stability.
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Polypropylene
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Good chemical resistance combined with low moisture absorption and excellent electrical properties. Retains strength up to 250°F.
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Polysulfone
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Durable thermoplastic, good electrical properties, operates at temperatures in excess of 300°F.
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Polyurethane
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Thermoplastic, excellent impact and abrasion resistance, resists sunlight and weathering.
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PTFE
(Poly-tetra-fluoro-ethylene) |
Thermoplastic with a low coefficient of friction, withstands heat up to 500°F, inert to chemicals and solvents, self-lubricating with a low thermal expansion rate.
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PVC
(Poly-vinyl-chloride) |
Thermoplastic, resists corrosive solutions and gases both acid and alkaline, good stiffness.
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PVDF
(Poly-vinyl-idene-fluoride) |
Thermoplastic, outstanding chemical resistance, excellent substitute for PVC or polypropylene. Good mechanical strength and dielectric properties.
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