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	Green		Off-White
	Pink		Red
	Semi- Clear		White
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Moisture-Resistant Polyethylene (HDPE) Film

Color: See Table
Temperature Range: See Table
Tensile Strength: See Table
Impact Strength: 1.1-1.94 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: See Table
For Use Outdoors: 0.005" Thick.: No; All other sizes: Yes
Specifications Met:
0.005" Thick.: ASTM E84 10/40 for Flame and Smoke, Cal. No. 294-40, Canvas Products Association International Specification 84, Sections 6 and 7
0.016", 0.023", and 0.055" Thick.: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520
All other sizes: Not Rated

The high-density construction translates into a durable film that’s more chemical and water resistant than LDPE film. This woven film is also tear and puncture resistant, so it’s often used for tarps and machine covers.

							47" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Color	Hardness	Temperature Range	Tensile Strength	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
0.015"	-0.005" to 0.005"	Opaque Black	Rockwell R40-R80 (Medium)	Not Rated	3,920-4,200 psi (Poor)	1, 3, 5, 10, 20	00000000	00000

Blue Adhesive-Back Plastic 7 ft. Long Zipper

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Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine Delrin® Acetal Resin Sheets, Bars, and Strips

These sheets, bars, and strips resist expanding when exposed to heat and moisture, so they can be easily machined to close tolerances. They also have a naturally slippery, wear-resistant surface. Use them to make precision gears, bushings, and bearings. Delrin® acetal resin, also known as acetal homopolymer, is stronger and stiffer than acetal copolymer.

White sheets, bars, and strips are FDA compliant for contact with food.

Strips

Color: White or Black
Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
Tensile Strength: 10,000-11,000 psi (Good)
Impact Strength: 1-1.5 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Rockwell R120-R122 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met:
White Strips 0.01" thick. to 0.04" thick: FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2480, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61
White Strips 0.062" thick. and thicker: ASTM D6100, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.2480, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61

			White		Black
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.
1" Wd.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
2" Wd.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	000	0000000	000
3" Wd.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	000	0000000	000
4" Wd.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
6" Wd.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000000	0000
12" Wd.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000000	0000

Wear-Resistant Nylon Sheets, Bars, and Strips

With a slippery surface that reduces friction, these wear-resistant nylon 6/6 sheets, bars, and strips are often machined into bearings, gears, and valve seats.

Strips

Color: Off-White
Temperature Range: -40° to 185° 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:
0.01" to 0.02" Thick.: ASTM D6779, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1500, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61
0.031" to 0.062" Thick.: ASTM D6779, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1500, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61, UL 94 HB
1/8" Thick.: ASTM D6779, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1500, NSF/ANSI 51, NSF/ANSI 61, UL 94 V-2

			1" Wd.		2" Wd.		4" Wd.		6" Wd.
Thick.	Thick.Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	5, 10, 20, 25, 50	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000

Slippery MDS-Filled Wear-Resistant Nylon Sheets and Strips

These wear-resistant nylon 6/6 sheets and strips are modified with MDS for a self-lubricating surface that’s more slippery than standard nylon. Use them to machine high-friction parts, such as gears, wear strips, and bearings.

Strips

Color: Black
Temperature Range: -20° to 220° F
Tensile Strength: 12,200 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 1.1 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
Hardness: Rockwell M84-M87 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met:
0.015" to 0.02" Thick.: ASTM D6779
0.031" to 0.093" Thick.: ASTM D6779, UL 94 HB
1/8" Thick.: ASTM D6779, UL 94 V-2

			1" Wd.		2" Wd.		4" Wd.		6" Wd.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.		Per Ft.
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	5, 10, 20, 25, 50, 500	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000	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.

Film with an etched texture has one side that is scuffed to readily accept adhesive; the other side is smooth.

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.
0.015"	-0.001" to 0.001"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000
12" Wd.
0.015"	-0.001" to 0.001"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000
24" Wd.
0.015"	-0.001" to 0.001"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000
36" Wd.
0.015"	-0.001" to 0.001"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000
48" Wd.
0.015"	-0.001" to 0.001"	1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 20	0000000	00000

Film with Etched Texture

Color:
Smooth Side: White
Etched Side: Brown
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: ASTM D3308, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, UL 94 V-0

6" × 6"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
6" × 12"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
12" × 12"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
12" × 24"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
12" × 36"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
12" × 48"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
24" × 24"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	00000
24" × 48"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	000000
36" × 36"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	000000
48" × 48"
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	000000

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
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	00000000	000000	00000000	000000	00000000	0000000

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.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	1, 2, 5	0000000	000000

Clear Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate Film

Color: Clear
Temperature Range: Not Rated
Tensile Strength: 9,500-10,500 (Good)
Impact Strength: 18 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
Hardness: Rockwell R118 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: Yes

Protect instrument panels and other surfaces against impact with this polycarbonate film. Polycarbonate is comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.

Matte sides have a coarse texture that diffuses light and masks scratches, scuffs, and fingerprints.

		24" × 24"		24" × 48"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each		Each
Glossy × Glossy
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	00000000	00000	00000000	000000
Glossy × Matte
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	00000000	0000	00000000	0000
Matte × Matte
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	00000000	0000	00000000	00000

Multipurpose Flame-Retardant Garolite G-10/FR4 Sheets and Bars

A good all-around choice, these Garolite G-10/FR4 sheets and bars are strong, machinable, and electrically insulating. They're made of a flame-retardant epoxy resin with fiberglass fabric reinforcement. Garolite G-10/FR4 is also called epoxy-grade industrial laminate and phenolic.

Wear-resistant sheets are coated to stand up to rubbing and scraping better than uncoated sheets.

If you don't see the size you're looking for, please specify a length under additional bar lengths.

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

Sheets

Color: See Table
Max. Temperature: 265° F
Tensile Strength: 35,000-50,000 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 5.5-12 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
Hardness:
Black, Blue, and Tan Sheets: Rockwell M100 (Extra Hard)
Yellow Sheets: Rockwell M110 (Extra Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: MIL-I-24768/27, UL 94 V-0

Yellow sheets vary in shade from yellow-brown to light green.

		12" × 12"		24" × 36"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each		Each
Yellow
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Wear-Resistant Sheets

Color: Yellow-brown to light green
Max. Temperature: 265° F
Tensile Strength: 35,000-50,000 psi (Excellent)
Impact Strength: 5.5-12 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
Hardness: Rockwell M110 (Extra Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: MIL-I-24768/27, UL 94 V-0

		12" × 12"		24" × 36"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance		Each		Each
0.015"	-0.003" to 0.003"	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Electrically Insulating Hard Fiber

Color: Gray
Max. Temperature: 235° F
Tensile Strength: See Table
Impact Strength: 2.5 ft.-lbs./in. (Good)
Hardness: Rockwell R70 (Hard)
For Use Outdoors: No
Specifications Met: MIL-I-695, UL 94 HB

Widely known as fishpaper and vulcanized fiber, these thin sheets offer better electrical insulation than standard hard fiber sheets. They are constructed from lightweight cotton fabric that's been chemically treated to make it hard and dense.

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

			12" × 12"		24" × 39"		39" × 48"
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Tensile Strength		Each		Each		Each
0.015"	-0.002" to 0.002"	9,000-21,000 psi (Good)	0000000	00000	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.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	Pink	PETG Plastic	140°	0000000	000000
Sheet
5" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	Pink	PETG Plastic	140°	0000000	0000
10" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	Pink	PETG Plastic	140°	0000000	0000
12" Wd. × 24" Lg.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	Pink	PETG Plastic	140°	00000000	00000
20" Wd. × 20" Lg.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	Pink	PETG Plastic	140°	0000000	00000
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	Pink	PETG Plastic	140°	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
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	000000

PTFE Rolls

12" Wd. × 24" Lg.
Thick.	Thick. Tolerance	Color	Min. Hardness	Temperature Range, °F	Specifications Met		Each
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	0000000	000000
20" Wd. × 50" Lg.
0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	White	Rockwell R58	-110° to 500°	ASTM D3308, MIL-T-22241	000000	000000

Flame-Resistant Tarps

These tarps resist flames, tears, and water.

Polyester tarps are UV resistant.

			Grommet
Wd.	Lg.	Thick., mil	ID	Spacing	Material	Water Resistance	Breathable	UV Resistant	Min. Temperature for Flexibility	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		Each
Sheet
Vinyl-Laminated Polyester Fabric
3'	6'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
4'	4'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	00000
6'	6'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	00000
6'	8'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	00000
6'	10'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	00000
8'	10'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	00000
10'	10'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	00000
10'	12'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
12'	15'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
12'	24'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
14'	20'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
14'	25'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
16'	20'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
20'	25'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
20'	30'	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	000000
													Per Sq. Ft.
Other	Other	15	3/8"	2'	Brass	Water Resistant	No	Yes	Not Rated	California Fire Marshal Approved, MIL-C-43006	Beige, Black, Blue, Green	0000000	0000

Ceiling Leak Drainage Tarps

Protect work areas and equipment from overhead leaks with these rot- and chemical-resistant tarps. They hang from D-rings sewn into each corner. 12'×12' and larger tarps also have D-rings at the center of each side. To drain, connect the threaded drain spout to any standard garden hose.

Polyester and polyethylene tarps stay flexible in low temperatures.

			D-Ring
Wd.	Lg.	Thick., mil	Wd.	Ht.	Material	Thread Size	Thread Type	Gender	Breathable	UV Resistant	Min. Temperature for Flexibility, °F	Specifications Met	Color		Each
Sheet
Vinyl-Coated Polyester Fabric
3'	3'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	000000
4'	4'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	00000
5'	5'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	00000
6'	6'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	00000
7'	7'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	00000
8'	8'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	000000
10'	10'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	000000
12'	12'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	000000
15'	15'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	000000
20'	20'	15	1"	1"	Steel	3/4"	GHT	Male	No	No	-20°	California Fire Marshal Approved	Semi-Clear	0000000	000000

Flame- and Heat-Resistant Blankets

Silicone-Coated Fiberglass

Blankets are for intermittent contact with flames and hot surfaces.

Fiberglass blankets are best for stress relief applications. Wrap them around a hot metal part to insulate it and slowly cool it to avoid stress cracks and fractures. They can also be used in medium-duty welding applications, since they will protect against sparks and spatter. Silicone-coated fiberglass blankets have added wear and oil resistance.

						Grommet
Wd., ft.	Lg., ft.	Thick., mil	Max. Temp., ° F	Clarity	Color	ID	Spacing	Material		Each
Silicone-Coated Fiberglass—17 oz./sq. yd.
10	10	15	1000°	Opaque	Red	3/8"	24"	Brass	0000000	0000000

Other Sizes

For made-to-order blankets, minimum size is 22 sq. ft.

				Grommet
Thick., mil	Max. Temp., ° F	Clarity	Color	ID	Spacing	Material		Per Sq. Ft.
Silicone-Coated Fiberglass—17 oz./sq. yd.
15	1000°	Opaque	Red	3/8"	24"	Brass	0000000	00000

Polyester Fabric

Often used as outdoor equipment covers and pit liners, this material combines UV, water, and mildew resistance with tear resistance.

Vinyl Laminated
Wd.	Thick.	Density, oz./sq. yd.	Max. Temperature, °F	Choose a Color	Lengths, ft.		Per Ft.
61"	0.015"	13	180°	Black, Blue, Gray, White	1, 10, 20, 100	0000000	00000