Practically nonabsorbent, HDPE won't swell when exposed to moisture. It is denser and more rigid than LDPE, plus it's more chemical resistant.

In addition to a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding, this tough material is impact and wear resistant to handle the scuffs, scrapes, and strikes that other plastics can’t.

Because ABS maintains its toughness even after thermoforming, it’s often made into storage cases, tote trays, equipment housings, and protective gear.

Widely used in semiconductor applications, this polypropylene meets UL flame-retardance standards.

A polyester string reinforcement gives this material better tear resistance than standard LDPE film.

Also known as nylon 6/6, this general purpose material is often used for bearings, gears, valve seats, and other high-wear parts.

This film is made with virgin Teflon® PTFE resins. It can handle extreme temperatures and resists most solvents.

Not only does PEEK provide superior wear resistance in repetitive processes, it is also resists wear caused by abrasion. PEEK can be used as a lightweight substitute for metal parts in chemical-processing applications.

This film conducts electricity to prevent the buildup of static charges.

Because this film dissipates heat, it is often used for printed circuit boards and power supplies.

At only half the weight of glass, polycarbonate maintains excellent impact resistance across a wide temperature range. It's comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.

Because PVC resists acids and alkalies, it is often used in tanks and chemical-processing applications where visibility is essential.

Static cling allows this PVC film to stick without an adhesive.

PFA film retains its performance properties through a wide range of temperatures. It is often used to insulate cables.

Polyester absorbs almost no moisture and resists swelling in wet environments. It is also known as PET and PETE.