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	Clear		Off-White
	White

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Sheet and Bar	Film

	Backing Type Backing Type


Plain	Adhesive

	Performance Properties Performance Properties

Low Thermal Expansion

	Clarity Clarity

Clear

Semi-Clear

Opaque

	Texture Texture

	Smooth

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

200° to 249° F

250° to 499° F

500° to 999° F

	Material Material

ETFE Plastic

FEP Plastic

Kapton® Polyimide Plastic

	Friction Rating Friction Rating

	Flexibility Flexibility

Flexible

Semi-Rigid

Not Rated

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	Hardness Rating Hardness Rating

	Minimum Temperature Minimum Temperature

	Electrical Properties Electrical Properties

Static Dissipative

	For Use With For Use With

	Tensile Strength Rating Tensile Strength Rating

	Light Transmission Light Transmission

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	Water Absorption Rating Water Absorption Rating

	Dielectric Strength Dielectric Strength

	Thermal Stability Thermal Stability

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Wear-Resistant Nylon Film

Color: Semi-Clear Off-White
Max. Temperature: 450° F
Tensile Strength: 11,200-12,300 psi (Good)
Impact Strength: 0.6-1.4 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Rockwell R108-R121 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: UL 94 V-2

Use this nylon 6/6 film as a protective barrier against wear. It has a slippery surface that reduces friction.

12" × 12"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	00000000	00000
12" × 24"
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	00000000	0000
12" × 48"
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	00000000	0000
24" × 24"
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	00000000	0000
24" × 48"
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	00000000	0000

High-Temperature Moisture-Resistant Polyester Film

Often used as a separator when heating parts in an oven, this wear-resistant film can also protect surfaces when etching or sanding. Also called PET and PETE, polyester resists swelling when exposed to moisture. When used as a separator, film should be cut larger than the piece it is being released from.

Film with a smooth texture releases cleanly from rubber and most synthetic resins. This film is skived, so the edges may curl.

Smooth

Color: Semi-Clear White
Max. Temperature: 400° F
Tensile Strength: 25,000 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.24 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Rockwell M94-M101 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No

		20" × 50 ft.		25" × 50 ft.		40" × 50 ft.
Thick.	Tolerance Rating		Each		Each		Each
0.001"	Standard	0000000	000000	0000000	0000000	0000000	0000000

Electrical-Grade Kapton® Polyimide Film

This Kapton® polyimide film maintains outstanding strength and electrical insulating properties across a broad temperature range.

Amber plain-back film is also known as Type HN.

Plain-Back Film—Semi-Clear Amber

Temperature Range: -450° to 750° F
Tensile Strength: 33,500 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.58 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Not Rated
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Specifications Met:
.001", .002", and .005" Thick.: ASTM D5213, UL 94 V-0
.003" Thick.: ASTM D5213

			12" Wd.		24" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths		Each		Per Ft.
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	1ft., 2ft., 3ft., 5ft., 10ft.	000000	00	0000000	000000
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	12"	000000	000000	000000	00

Adhesive-Back Film—Semi-Clear Amber

Temperature Range: -40° to 500° F
Tensile Strength: 33,500 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.58 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Not Rated
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: ASTM D5213, UL 94 V-0

			12" × 12"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Adhesive Type		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	Silicone	0000000	000000

Electrically Conductive Kapton® Polyimide Film

Color: Semi-Clear Black
Temperature Range: -450° to 460° F
Tensile Strength: 33,500 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.58 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Not Rated
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: UL 94 V-0

This film conducts electricity to prevent the buildup of static charges. Made of Kapton® polyimide, it provides outstanding strength across a broad temperature range.

			12" × 12"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Surface Resistivity		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	5 x 10⁶ ohms/sq.	0000000	000000

Thermally Conductive Kapton® Polyimide Film

Because this film dissipates heat, it is often used for printed circuit boards and power supplies. It’s made of Kapton® polyimide, which provides outstanding strength across a broad temperature range.

Plain-Back Film

Color: Amber
Temperature Range: -450° to 750° F
Tensile Strength: 20,000 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.58 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Not Rated
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: UL 94 V-0

		12" × 12"		12" × 24"		24" × 24"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each		Each		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	00000000	000000	00000000	000000	00000000	000000

Adhesive-Back Film

Color: Amber
Temperature Range: -40° to 300° F
Tensile Strength: 20,000 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.58 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Not Rated
For Use Outdoors: No

			12" × 12"		12" × 24"		24" × 24"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Adhesive Type		Each		Each		Each
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	Acrylic	00000000	000000	00000000	000000	00000000	000000

Electrical-Insulating Ultem PEI Film

Use this film in 3D printing operations as a build surface. It’s also widely used in semiconductor applications because it has excellent electrical-insulating properties.

Film

Color: Semi-Clear Amber
Temperature Range: -20° to 335° F
Tensile Strength: 14,200 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: Not Rated
Hardness: Rockwell M109 (Extra Hard)
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Specifications Met: UL 94 VTM-0

			12" × 24"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Dielectric Strength		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	3,050 V/mil	0000000	00000

Adhesive-Back Film

Color: Semi-Clear Amber
Temperature Range: -20° to 335° F
Tensile Strength: 14,200 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: Not Rated
Hardness: Rockwell M109 (Extra Hard)
For Use Outdoors: Yes

			12" × 12"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Dielectric Strength		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	3,050 V/mil	0000000	000000

Clear Moisture-Resistant Polyester Film

Widely used as packaging, this polyester film absorbs almost no moisture and resists swelling in wet environments. It is also known as PET and PETE.

Film

Color: Clear
Temperature Range: -50° to 300° F
Tensile Strength: 28,000 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 0.7 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Rockwell R125 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No

			10 ft. Lg.		25 ft. Lg.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Wd.		Each		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	40"	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Clear Slippery High-Temperature FEP Film

The slippery surface on this FEP film prevents sticking. Use it as a release film when making molded parts.

Film

Color: Clear
Temperature Range: -320° to 400° F
Tensile Strength: 3,000-3,500 psi (Poor)
Impact Strength: No Break (Excellent)
Hardness: Rockwell R25 (Medium Soft)
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Specifications Met: UL 94 V-0

			24" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	1, 2, 3, 5, 10	00000000	00000

Clear High-Strength High-Temperature ETFE Film

Color: Clear
Temperature Range: -100° to 390° F
Tensile Strength: 6,000 psi (Good)
Impact Strength: No break (Excellent)
Hardness: Durometer 67D (Medium)
For Use Outdoors: Yes

Stronger and more chemical resistant than FEP and PFA film, ETFE film resists cracking over time.

		12" × 1 ft.		12" × 2 ft.		12" × 5 ft.		12" × 10 ft.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each		Each		Each		Each
0.001"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Clear Durable High-Temperature PFA Film

Color: Clear
Temperature Range: -320° to 500° F
Tensile Strength: Not Rated
Impact Strength: Not Rated
Hardness: Durometer 60D (Medium)
For Use Outdoors: Yes

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

			24" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	1, 2, 3, 5, 10	00000000	00000

Color-Coded Shim Stock

This shim stock is color-coded by thickness for easy identification. Cut it into custom shapes to fit your application. Shim stock is corrosion resistant. Sheets come flat packed.

Plastic shim stock works well in light duty applications. It's easier to cut than aluminum stock.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Plastic

Roll
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Color	Material	Max. Temperature, °F		Each
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Amber	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	000000
Sheet
5" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Amber	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	0000
10" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Amber	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	0000
12" Wd. × 24" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Amber	Polyester Plastic	200°	00000000	0000
20" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Amber	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	0000
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Amber	Polyester Plastic	200°	00000000	00000

Shim Stock

Cut it into custom shapes to fit your application. Sheets come flat packed.

For accurate leveling, choose materials such as steel or stainless steel, which are hard enough to resist scratching and deforming. Softer shims, like copper or aluminum, can be used as wear plates between components that rub together, preventing damage to equipment. Metal shims include a material certificate with traceable lot number and test report.

PTFE plastic shim stock is slippery, so it can be used to reduce friction between parts. It also has excellent chemical resistance.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

PTFE Sheets

8" Wd. × 12" Lg.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Color	Min. Hardness	Temperature Range, °F	Specifications Met		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	00000

PTFE Rolls

12" Wd. × 24" Lg.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Color	Min. Hardness	Temperature Range, °F	Specifications Met		Each
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	00000
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	00000