Plastic Channels | McMaster-Carr

	Shape Shape


U Channel	90° Angle

Hat Channel	I Beam

	Inside Width Inside Width

	Material Material

	Outside Width Outside Width

	Length Length

	Wall Thickness Wall Thickness

	Outside Height Outside Height

	Color Color

	White		Gray
	Black		Clear
	Red		Green
	Off-White		Yellow
	Beige

	Flexibility Flexibility

	Inside Height Inside Height

	Performance Properties Performance Properties

Low Thermal Expansion

	For Use With For Use With

	For Use Outdoors For Use Outdoors

Yes

	Profile Profile

	U
	Half Round
	C
	J
	Corner
	Round
	Flat
	T
	Dog Bone

	Texture Texture


Smooth	Pebbled

Basketweave

	Inside Corner Shape Inside Corner Shape

Square

Round

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

	Hardness Rating Hardness Rating

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

	Outside Corner Shape Outside Corner Shape

Square

Round

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

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Plastic

Slippery UHMW Polyethylene U-Channels

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.

Slippery UHMW Polyethylene 90° Angles

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.

Chemical-Resistant PVC U-Channels

Because PVC resists many acids and alkalies, it’s widely used for tanks and in chemical-processing applications. Also known as PVC Type 1.

Chemical-Resistant PVC 90° Angles

Because PVC resists many acids and alkalies, it’s widely used for tanks and in chemical-processing applications. Also known as PVC Type 1.

Impact- and Chemical-Resistant PVC 90° Angles

Made of PVC Type 2 plastic, these 90° angles resist impact and chemicals.

Polypropylene U-Channels

Because this polypropylene resists swelling when exposed to water, it’s often fabricated into containers and parts for laboratory equipment.

Polypropylene 90° Angles

Because this polypropylene resists swelling when exposed to water, it’s often fabricated into containers and parts for laboratory equipment.

Chemical-Resistant Slippery PTFE U-Channels

Known for its naturally slippery surface, PTFE surpasses most plastics when it comes to chemical resistance and performance in extreme temperatures.

Chemical-Resistant Slippery PTFE 90° Angles

Known for its naturally slippery surface, PTFE surpasses most plastics when it comes to chemical resistance and performance in extreme temperatures.

Clear Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate U-Channels

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.

Clear Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate 90° Angles

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

Clear Chemical-Resistant PVC 90° Angles

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

Plastic Trim

Select this plastic trim for its chemical resistance. Often used on panels, boards, signs, and mirrors, it protects edges from impact.

Heavy Duty Plastic Trim

This trim has a metal core for added strength and stability. Made of plastic, it's also chemical resistant. Use it to protect the edges of panels, boards, signs, and mirrors from impact.

Slippery Plastic Trim

With a slippery surface, this trim minimizes friction between parts and is often used on conveyor rails, chutes, and guides. Made of plastic, it's also chemical resistant.

Slippery High-Temperature Plastic Trim

This trim withstands temperatures up to 500° F, which is generally twice as high as our other slippery trim. With a slippery surface, it minimizes friction between parts and is often used on conveyor rails, chutes, and guides. Made of plastic, it's also chemical resistant.

Heavy Duty Plastic Trim Selector Packs

Sample multiple sizes and styles of heavy duty plastic trim.

Food Industry Plastic Trim

This trim is suitable for use in food preparation and processing environments. It's also chemical resistant. Use it to protect the edges of panels, boards, signs, and mirrors from impact in food processing applications.

Conductive Plastic Trim

With a surface resistivity of 10 ⁵ ohms this trim safeguards equipment from static electricity by diverting electrostatic charges quickly. Made of plastic, it's also chemical resistant. Use it to protect the edges of of electronics equipment and circuit boards from impact.

Flame-Retardant Plastic Trim

This trim meets FMVSS-302 for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for flammability, UL 94 HB flame requirements, and NFPA 1971 (National Fire Protection Agency) standards. Made of plastic, it's also chemical resistant. Use it to protect the edges of panels, boards, and signs from impact.

Composites

Arc-Resistant GPO3 Fiberglass U-Channels

Offering excellent arc and track resistance, this GPO3 fiberglass is often used for electrical applications in humid environments.

Arc-Resistant GPO3 Fiberglass Hat Channels

Unlike similar U-channels, these GPO3 fiberglass hat channels have flanges for mounting to flat surfaces. Use them to route and insulate wire in humid environments.

Arc-Resistant GPO3 Fiberglass 90° Angles

Offering excellent arc and track resistance, this GPO3 fiberglass is often used for electrical applications in humid environments.

Structural FRP Fiberglass U-Channels

An alternative to wood in structural applications, FRP fiberglass is strong and lightweight.

Structural FRP Fiberglass 90° Angles

An alternative to wood in structural applications, FRP fiberglass is strong and lightweight.

Structural FRP Fiberglass I-Beams

An alternative to wood in structural applications, FRP fiberglass is strong and lightweight.

Flame-Retardant FRP Fiberglass 90° Angles

Made with a flame-retardant resin, this FRP fiberglass meets ASTM E84 Class A.

Multipurpose Flame-Retardant
Garolite G-10/FR4 Angles

A good all-around choice, Garolite G-10/FR4 is strong, machinable, and electrically insulating. It meets UL 94V0 for flame retardance.

Arc-Resistant Garolite G-9 Angles

Machine these angles into arc barriers, switch mounts, and components for circuit breakers and electrical equipment. They resist carrying electric currents in dry or humid areas, even when exposed to sudden electric discharge.

Roller Chain Guides

Open-Channel Roller Chain Guides

Minimize friction, reduce noise, and prolong the life of your roller chain. Guides can be cut to the exact length you need.

Deep-Channel Roller Chain Guides

Also known as captured guides, deep-channel guides prevent chain from slipping off track.

Center-Channel Roller Chain Guides

These guides align chain more precisely than open-channel guides.