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Low Thermal Expansion

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

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	Tensile Strength Rating Tensile Strength Rating

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	Density Density

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

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Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine Acetal Film

Color: Semi-Clear White or Opaque Black
Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
Tensile Strength: 6,280 psi (Good)
Impact Strength: 3.66 ft.-lbs./in. (Good)
Hardness: Not Rated (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: See Table

Protect surfaces from wear with this thin and conformable acetal copolymer film. It has a naturally slippery surface and is wear resistant. This film is matte on one side and glossy on the other.

12" × 12"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Color	Specifications Met		Each
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	Semi-Clear White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2470	0000000	000000
12" × 24"
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	Semi-Clear White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2470	00000000	00000
24" × 24"
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	Semi-Clear White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2470	00000000	00000
24" × 48"
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	Semi-Clear White	FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2470	00000000	000000

Impact-Resistant Easy-to-Form ABS Film

Color: Semi-Clear Beige
Temperature Range: 40° to 140° F
Tensile Strength: 4,200-5,100 psi (Poor)
Impact Strength: 6.3-7.7 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
Hardness: Rockwell R101-R109 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2470

Use this semi-rigid film to protect surfaces from damage caused by impact. It is thin and flexible enough to conform to large-radius bends. This film can be thermoformed.

		12" × 12"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	0000000	00000

Chemical-Resistant Slippery Film Made from Teflon® PTFE

This film is made with virgin Teflon® PTFE resins. It can handle extreme temperatures and resists most solvents. It’s also an excellent electrical insulator. PTFE has a naturally slippery surface that allows objects to easily slide across it. This film is skived, so the edges may curl.

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

Film

Color: White
Temperature Range: -350° to 500° F
Tensile Strength: 2,170-2,800 psi (Poor)
Impact Strength: 3.5 ft.-lbs./in. (Good)
Hardness: Durometer 52D-55D (Medium Soft)
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Specifications Met:
0.001" Thick.: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550
0.002" Thick. and larger: ASTM D3308, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, UL 94-V0

6" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000
12" Wd.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	0000
24" Wd.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	0000
36" Wd.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000
48" Wd.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000

Wear- and Chemical-Resistant PEEK Film

In addition to offering excellent chemical resistance, this PEEK film is strong and wear resistant.

Film

Color: Semi-Clear Beige
Max. Temperature: 460° F
Tensile Strength: 17,400 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: Not Rated
Hardness: Not Rated (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Specifications Met: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2415

		6" × 6"		12" × 12"		24" × 24"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each		Each		Each
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	0000000	00000	0000000	000000	0000000	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" × 12"		12" × 24"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Dielectric Strength		Each		Each
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	3,050 V/mil	0000000	00000	0000000	000000

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
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	3,050 V/mil	0000000	000000

High-Strength PVDF Film

Color: Semi-Clear White
Temperature Range: -25° to 265° F
Tensile Strength: 6,100-7,800 psi (Good)
Impact Strength: 1.97-4 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Rockwell M79 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: Yes
Specifications Met: UL 94 VTM-0

Comparable to Kynar and Solef, this strong, chemical-resistant film is often used as tank liners and seals.

			24" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	1, 2, 5	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
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	40"	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

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.
0.003"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Green	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	000000
Sheet
5" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.003"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Green	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	0000
10" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.003"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Green	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	0000
12" Wd. × 24" Lg.
0.003"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Green	Polyester Plastic	200°	00000000	0000
20" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.003"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Green	Polyester Plastic	200°	0000000	0000
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.003"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	Green	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
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	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
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	000000
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	00000

Adhesive-Back Film Floor Protectors

Film with Optional Applicator

Cover floors during painting and remodeling work. Adhesive on the back of this tear-resistant film keeps it in place, even in high traffic areas. Leave it for up to 30 days without harming floors.

Protectors for floors are for linoleum and ceramic tile. They should not be used on hardwood floors.

Protectors for carpets should not be used on wool and other natural fiber carpets.

Optional applicators (sold separately) reduce installation time and work with 200-ft. and 500-ft. long protectors only.

Floor Protectors

For Use With Floors
Wd.	Lg.	Thick., mil	Material	Color	Clarity		Each
21"	35'	3	Plastic	Green	Semi-Clear	00000000	000000
24"	200'	3	Plastic	Green	Semi-Clear	00000000	00000
36"	200'	3	Plastic	Green	Semi-Clear	00000000	000000
36"	500'	3	Plastic	Green	Semi-Clear	00000000	000000
48"	500'	3	Plastic	Green	Semi-Clear	00000000	000000
For Use With Carpets
21"	35'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	00000
24"	200'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	00000
30"	200'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	00000
36"	200'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	000000
36"	500'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	000000
48"	200'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	000000
48"	500'	3	Plastic	Clear	Clear	00000000	000000

Optional Applicators

For Roll Wd.		Each
24", 30", 36"	00000000	0000000
36", 48"	00000000	000000

PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

The PTFE coating makes these fiberglass sheets nonstick and chemical resistant.

Plain Backing
Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Adhesive Type	Max. Adhesive Temperature, °F	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
37 1/2"	0.003"	4	500°	Beige	__	__	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	000000
Adhesive Backing
12"	0.003"	6	500°	Beige	Silicone	500°	1	0000000	00000

Porous PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

Pores allow for air circulation, so these sheets are often used in drying applications. The PTFE coating makes them nonstick and chemical resistant.

Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
38"	0.003"	2	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	00000000	00000

Tear-Resistant PTFE-Coated Fiberglass Fabric Sheets

These sheets are 50% more tear resistant than other fiberglass fabric sheets. The PTFE coating makes them nonstick and chemical resistant.

Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
37 1/2"	0.003"	4	500°	Beige	1, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25	0000000	000000