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THE MATERIALS YOU NEED
We have working expertise in a wide range of resins and materials. More importantly, we have plastics manufacturing experts who can help you evaluate and select your materials.
We'll help you find the materials with the strength, hardness, rigidity/flexural properties and static dissipation you need, all within your project's budget.
Here are some materials we frequently work with, and their specifications:
Material
Types |
Description
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Tensile
Strength (Yield) |
Notched
IZOD |
Deflection
Temp @ 1.8 MPa |
Sample Data
Sheets |
Acrylic |
A hard, weather-able material with excellent optical properties at 1/3 the weight of glass. Shatter and chemical resistant. |
185 | |||
ABS |
A versatile rigid material with a wide selection of properties. Resistant to scuff, stain, and many chemicals. |
190.4
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Polystyrene |
Can be rigid or foamed. General purpose polystyrene can be hard and brittle. Low moisture absorption, this rigid material has excellent resistance to Alkalis and weak acids. Has a relatively low melting point. Heat and UV resistant grades are available. Used for cups, plates, bowls, packing peanuts and plastic molding. |
190.4
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Low Density |
Widely used for film applications. It is tough, flexible, and somewhat transparent. It is resistant to acids and bases. Great for packaging applications. Used for items from squeeze bottles to cable coverings. |
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High Density Polyethylene |
A rigid material with excellent wear and abrasion resistance, with a higher tensile strength compared to other forms of polyethylene. It also withstands most Alkalis, and organic chemicals and can be applied over broad temperature range. Used for applications from flower pot and outdoor decking, to bottles for milk. |
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140
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Polyethylene |
Good impact capabilities and shatter resistant. Clear and smooth surfaces. Available in varying degrees of rigidity, and toughness. Works as an oxygen, water and carbon dioxide barrier. Resistant to most solvents. Excellent electrical properties, and an affordable option. Used from everything from food jars to carpet. |
149 | |||
Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride |
A versatile material ranging from soft to semi-rigid. Available in a broad spectrum of colors, it withstands abrasions, weather and most chemicals very well. |
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Rigid Polyvinyl Chloride (RPVC) |
An excellent rigid material, offering a wide range of properties including high-tensile and impact strength, resistant to most chemicals and abrasion. RPVC also has stable electrical properties. |
6200-7800
psi |
2.5-3.7ft-lb/in
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150 - 160 °F
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Polycarbonate |
A high impact strength over a wide temperature range. Several grades available to meet F.D.A., N.S.F., A.S.T.M., U.L. guidelines. Can hold a stain resistant high gloss surface. |
9000 psi
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17 ft-lb/in
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260-285
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Polypropylene (PP) |
A strong material with a high melting point. Low moisture transmission. Used for everything from battery cases to bottle caps. |
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158 |
Sunoco TR3020C |
Cellulose Acetate Butyrate |
A tough, strong material that is characterized by a high gloss and depth of color. It has good dielectric strength and is available in formulations which exhibit good weather-ability. For CAB tubing see our CAB Tube pricing page. |
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Polyurethane |
A very tough material, going from flexible to semi-rigid. Resistant to abrasion, gasoline, most solvents, and has excellent low temperature characteristics. |
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Nylon |
A rigid material with excellent wear and abrasion resistance. It also withstands most Alkalis, organic chemicals and can be applied over broad temperature range. |
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140 |
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* The information above is intended to be used only as a guide and provides information gathered from the suppliers, distributors and bodies such as the American Chemistry Council®. We do not imply the accuracy of specifications or properties of any specific material or type of a material. This information should be used as a guide to begin research.
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