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.

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.

Made with carbon black, these recycled UHMW sheets are a sustainable alternative to standard UHMW sheets in applications where static electricity is a concern, such as in conveying equipment and chute liners.

The addition of carbon gives this material the ability to divert static electricity faster than antistatic UHMW.

Also known as Tivar H.O.T., this material lasts up to 10 times longer in high-temperature applications than standard UHMW.

The addition of glass fibers makes this material more abrasion resistant than standard UHMW. It’s also known as Tivar 88.

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

Also known as starboard, these sheets and bars won’t degrade when exposed to salt water, humidity, and UV light.

Delrin® acetal resin, also known as acetal homopolymer, is stronger and stiffer than acetal copolymer.

A glass-fiber filler gives this material increased rigidity over standard Delrin® acetal resin. Use it to machine manifolds, impellers, and other parts that require rigidity.

An economical alternative to Delrin® acetal resin, this acetal copolymer offers similar wear resistance.

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

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

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

Offering greater impact resistance than standard PVC Type 1 with similar chemical resistance, this PVC Type 2 is widely used for parts that are subject to shock.

Create signs and partitions with this easy to cut PVC foam.

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

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

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

This nylon 6/6 material is modified with MDS for a self-lubricating surface that’s more slippery than standard nylon. It's often used in high-friction applications, such as gears and bearings.

Because this 6/12 material absorbs less water than standard nylon 6/6, it holds its shape better. It’s often machined into hose fittings and valve components.

This cast nylon 6 material is easier to machine than other types of nylon. It’s comparable to Nylatron and Nycast.

Often used to make gears and wear strips, these cast nylon 6 sheets and bars withstand higher temperatures and are easier to machine than standard nylon 6/6 sheets and bars.

Often used for packaging and construction applications, this film is also known as Visqueen.

One of the softest and most flexible plastics we offer, LDPE is more formable than HDPE.

Often fabricated into signs, packaging, and light duty housings, polystyrene is easy to thermoform.

Polycarbonate maintains good impact resistance across a wide temperature range. It's comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.

This film is often used as a separator when heating parts in an oven.

Polyester resists swelling in wet environments.

Made with virgin Teflon® PTFE resins, these sheets and bars surpass most plastics when it comes to chemical resistance and performance in extreme temperatures.

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

Manufactured from Rulon PTFE, a PTFE that's modified with filler material for a super-slippery, impact-resistant surface that resists wear.

Filled with carbon and graphite, this naturally slippery PTFE stands up to wear better than standard PTFE.

Kapton® polyimide film is an excellent electrical insulator.

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

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.

Common in food and pharmaceutical plants, these PEEK sheets and bars help you identify contaminated batches.

Often used for circuit-breaker housings, manifolds, and semiconductor components, Ultem PEI offers excellent electrical-insulating properties.

Filled with glass, these Torlon 5030 bars are stronger and more rigid than Torlon 4301 and 4203, yet still electrically insulate like Torlon 4203.

Choose these sheets over standard Torlon PAI for their excellent electrical insulating properties.

Stronger than PTFE, PVDF offers good chemical resistance. Comparable to Kynar and Solef, it’s widely used for pump parts, tank liners, and seals.

Widely used to make parts that require autoclaving, polysulfone is a hard, rigid material that’s easy to machine and thermoform. It maintains its physical properties when heated, even when exposed to steam.

Cast acrylic is easier to machine than extruded acrylic. It's comparable to Lucite and Plexiglas® Acrylic.

When compared to uncoated cast acrylic, this clear-coated cast acrylic is 45 times more scratch resistant.

Laminate or mold this plastic film onto credit card signing screens, signs, and other surfaces for a see-through protective layer that won’t scratch.

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.

With a clear coating that provides protection from abrasion, UV light, and harsh cleaners, this polycarbonate is often used to create transit shelters and equipment shields.

This polycarbonate has a static-dissipative coating that prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging sensitive electronic equipment.

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.

PETG can be formed into complex shapes without sacrificing durability.

A static-dissipative coating on this polyester film prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging sensitive electronic equipment.

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

Also known as frisket film, this polypropylene has a low-tack adhesive that releases without leaving residue behind.

Packs include one 2” square of ABS, Delrin® acetal, LDPE, HDPE, UHMW, nylon, cast nylon, polyester, polystyrene, Rexolite polystyrene, and Noryl PPO.

Each selector pack includes one 2” square of FEP, polypropylene, PPS, PVC, CPVC, PVDF, and Teflon® PTFE.

Resistant to scratches and scuffs, mirrored acrylic is an economical alternative to mirrored polycarbonate.

A good all-around choice, Garolite G-10/FR4 is strong, machinable, and electrically insulating. It meets UL 94 V-0 for flame retardance.

Graphite is added to this Garolite CE to provide a slippery surface that reduces friction and makes this material conductive.

Stronger than Garolite CE with better electrical-insulating properties, Garolite XX is often fabricated into low-cost electrical components.

Often used for terminal boards, electrical housings, end plates, and structural components in high temperatures, these sheets are a flame-retardant version of Garolite G-11. All are stronger and resist heat better than Garolite G-10/FR4.

Garolite G-7 withstands temperatures up to 425° F—higher than any other grade of Garolite. While not as strong as Garolite G-9 sheets, these sheets and bars offer better arc resistance in dry environments and a higher level of electrical insulation.

Resisting heavy impacts and temperatures up to 500° F, these Garolite sheets are used in machinery such as turbine bearings and downpipe gaskets.

Use Garolite G-10 in place of Garolite G-10/FR4 for applications that are sensitive to halogen, such as in nuclear plants. It's strong, machinable, and electrically insulating.

Frequently called electrical-grade Garolite, this Garolite G-9 is strong, electrically insulating, and arc resistant in dry environments.

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

This FRP fiberglass is made with a chemical-resistant resin that stands up to harsh environments.

With more than twice the heat tolerance of standard FRP fiberglass, this material withstands temperatures up to 370° F.

A layer of foam is sandwiched between two pieces of carbon fiber to make a featherweight material that's even lighter than standard carbon fiber.

Almost as stiff as steel and a fraction of the weight, these carbon fiber sheets are often used for structural framing, machinery components, and robotics.

As a strong, lightweight, and buoyant alternative to solid panels, these aramid honeycomb cores are used to make interior wall panels and floor boards in marine, structural, and industrial applications.

Made of recycled steel mill scale and reground plastic, these sheets are a sustainable, low-cost alternative to standard composites often used as counterweights, such as lead and steel.

Also known as fishpaper.

Kevlar is a super-tough material that stands up to wear and abrasion.

These sheets are stronger than our other plastic perforated sheets for greater impact and abrasion resistance.

Use this stiff mesh to contain, reinforce, separate, or protect materials.

Contain, reinforce, separate, or protect materials with this stiff mesh. It is often used in ovens and dryers and can be used with food and beverages.

This wear-resistant nylon mesh has openings that meet an exact size tolerance, providing accurate, consistent results in filtering and sifting applications.

Use with acetone, citric acid, ethyl alcohol.

Even when wet, this mesh stays strong.

Shield vents on electronic and automotive equipment, such as cell phone microphones, from water, dirt, and debris without blocking them entirely.

This shim stock is color coded by thickness for easy identification. Cut it into custom shapes to fit your application.

Cut this shim stock into custom shapes to fit your application. Stock is made of layers of material bonded with adhesive; remove layers with a utility knife until you get the thickness you need.

These thick shims are scored to make size adjustments easy—break off the excess shim for a custom fit around fasteners or corners. Use them to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling.