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System of Measurement

Thickness

0.001" to 0.003"

0.002" to 0.004"

0.004" to 0.006"

0.005" to 0.006"

Shape

Rectangular Tube

Width

Length

Color

Fluorescent Amber

Fluorescent Blue

Fluorescent Green

Fluorescent Red

Material

Performance

Abrasion Resistant

Any Orientation

Chemical Resistant

Corrosion Resistant

Easy Thermoform

Electrically Insulating

Extra-Strong Grip

Flame Resistant

Flame Retardant

Glow-in-the-Dark

High Temperature

High Visibility

Impact Resistant

Interference Shielding

Low Frequency Vibration Damping

Low Temperature

Metal Detectable

Moisture Resistant

Molten-Metal Splash Resistant

Self-Lubricating

Semi-Conductive

Shock Absorbing

Spark Resistant

Static Dissipative

Stress Resistant

Thermally Stable

Ultra Conformable

Vibration Damping

Vibration Resistant

Water Resistant

Weather Resistant

X-Ray Detectable

OD

ID

Diameter

Flexibility

Maximum Temperature

Less than 1,000° F

1,000° F to 1,999° F

3,000° F to 3,999° F

Backing Type

Clarity

Spec Image

Spec Image

Spec Image

Texture

For Use With

Screws and Nuts

Acetic Acid (White Vinegar)

Ethylene Glycol

Hydraulic Fluid

Hardness Rating

For Use Outdoors

Comparable To

Delrin® Acetal Resin

Screw Size

RoHS

DFARS Specialty Metals

Minimum Temperature

-250° F or less

-249° F to -200° F

-199° F to -100° F

-99° F to -1° F

Greater than 0° F

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)

REACH

How can we improve?

10,906 Products

Raw Materials

Garolite

A strong, machinable alternative to metal and plastic widely used in circuit boards and gears

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

Fiberglass

A lightweight alternative to metal and wood widely used in electrical and structural applications

Aramid

Strong, lightweight, and an excellent thermal insulator; also known as Nomex

Hard Fiber

Chemically treated to be hard and dense, this is the easiest composite to machine in our offering

Ceramic

Hard and wear resistant, it also withstands corrosion and high temperatures

Fastening and Joining

Insulating Washers

Insulating Washers

Isolate screws from electrical current and prevent corrosion from mating different metals

Washers

Nearly every size and shape imaginable, from flat washers to clipped to curved

Torque Wrenches

Torque Wrenches

Avoid overtightening and damaging fasteners by applying a specific torque

Ratchet Wrenches

Ratchet Wrenches

Adjust fasteners in tight spaces without removing and repositioning the wrench

Box Wrenches

Grip all sides of a fastener to prevent slipping

Socket Adapters

Socket Adapters

Make your socket more versatile, from converting the drive to limiting torque

Socket Extensions

Socket Extensions

Lengthen sockets to turn hard-to-reach fasteners

Sockets

Turn fasteners with an external drive style without slipping and damaging the drive

Adjustable Wrenches

Adjustable Wrenches

Adjust the jaws to fasten different size nuts, bolts, or workpiece

Bit Sockets

Turn fasteners with an internal drive style without slipping and damaging the drive

T-Handle Keys

To turn fasteners in hard-to-reach spots, there's a long shaft and a grip for your whole hand

Screwdrivers

Tighten and loosen screws

Screw Starters

Grip and start turning screws that are too small to hold or located in hard-to-reach spots

Nutdrivers

Tighten and loosen nuts and bolts

Torque Screwdrivers

Torque Screwdrivers

Apply precise torque as you fasten screws to prevent overtightening

Retaining Ring Pliers

Retaining Ring Pliers

Install and remove rings inside a bore or around a shaft

Tape

Bind, seal, and mark surfaces

Electrical

Wire Sleeving

Bundle wiring and protect from abrasion and heat

Electrical-Insulating Wire Caps

Electrical-Insulating Wire Caps

Cover live wire ends to protect against shock from accidental contact

Heat-Shrink Tubing

Heat-Shrink Tubing

Apply heat to seal and insulate electrical wiring and connections

Thermal Interface Material

Thermal Interface Material

Dissipate heat away from electronic components

Wire and Cable Strippers

Wire and Cable Strippers

Remove the outer insulation on wire and cable

Lubricating

Grease

Thicker than oil to evenly lubricate surfaces and stay in place

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Tool Sets

Secure fasteners and complete a variety of other maintenance tasks

Fabricating and Machining

Pipe, Tube, and Hose Cutters

Pipe, Tube, and Hose Cutters

Make clean cuts in pipe, tube, hose, and conduit

Scissors

Cut through a wide range of materials from paper and plastic to carpet and Kevlar

Cable Cutters

Slice through electrical, data, armored, coaxial, and fiber-optic cable

End Cutters

Wide jaws cut steel wire, nails, and small rivets close to the surface; also known as nippers

Bolt Cutters

Snip metal chain, bolts, rods, rivets, wire, and padlocks

Pry Bars

Slide under heavy objects to pry, lift, and position them

Files

Deburr, polish, and sharpen nearly any material, such as metal, plastic, ceramic, and wood

Awls

Punch through soft materials and scribe lines in metal and wood

Hacksaws

Blades have more teeth per inch than handsaws to cut through metal and plastic more smoothly

Wire-Forming Pliers

Wire-Forming Pliers

Loop and bend wire; also known as round-nose pliers

Picks

Hold, separate, and position small parts such as wire and springs

Pliers Sets

A variety of pliers styles and sizes for whatever job comes up

Slip-Joint Pliers

Slip-Joint Pliers

Adjust the pivot point to switch between two different jaw opening sizes

Wire-Gripping Pliers

Wire-Gripping Pliers

Pull, bend, and cut wire; also known as lineman's pliers

Adjustable Pliers

Adjustable Pliers

A range of jaw positions for turning fasteners and gripping workpieces

Long-Nose Pliers

Long-Nose Pliers

Grab, bend, and position wire and other small parts

Measuring and Inspecting

Inspection Mirrors

Inspection Mirrors

Reach around corners and obstructions to inspect hard-to-see areas

Power Transmission

Ball Bearings

Create less friction than other bearings for use at high speeds

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