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Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Sheets, Bars, and Strips
In addition to having a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding, this tough, impact- and wear-resistant material handles the scuffs, scrapes, and strikes that other plastics can’t. These sheets, bars, and strips are often used to make machine guards and chute liners. They are all FDA compliant for direct food contact.
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- Color: Off-White
- Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength: 6,373 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 16.8 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
- Hardness: Durometer 65D (Medium)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D4020, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, MIL-B-17901, MIL-P-23536, UL 94 HB
Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Fabrication | Lengths, ft. | Per Ft. | |
1" Wd. | |||||
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0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Molded | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 1/2" Wd. | |||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
2" Wd. | |||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
3" Wd. | |||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
4" Wd. | |||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
6" Wd. | |||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 |
- Color: Off-White
- Temperature Range: -20° to 180° F
- Tensile Strength: 6,373 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 16.8 ft.-lbs./in. (Excellent)
- Hardness: Durometer 65D (Medium)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D4020, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520, MIL-P-23536, MIL-B-17901, UL 94 HB
Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Adhesive Type | Fabrication | Lengths, ft. | Per Ft. | |
1" Wd. | ||||||
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0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 1/2" Wd. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
2" Wd. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
3" Wd. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
4" Wd. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 | |
6" Wd. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Rubber | Molded | 0000000 | 0000 |
Moisture-Resistant Polyethylene (HDPE) Sheets, Bars, and Strips
Practically nonabsorbent, these sheets, bars, and strips won't swell when exposed to water. They’re harder and denser than LDPE, plus they’re more chemical resistant. They are often machined into plugs, seals, and containers.
If you don't see the size you're looking for, please specify length and width under additional sheet sizes.
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- Color: White
- Temperature Range: -40° to 150° F
- Tensile Strength: 3,920-4,200 psi (Poor)
- Impact Strength: 1.1-1.94 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell R40-R80 (Medium)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: ASTM D4976, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 176.170, FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1520
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.
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- 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
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.
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- 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
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.
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Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Color | Material | Max. Temperature, °F | Each | |
Sheet | ||||||
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5" Wd. × 20" Lg. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Clear | PETG Plastic | 140° | 0000000 | 00000 |
10" Wd. × 20" Lg. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Clear | PETG Plastic | 140° | 0000000 | 00000 |
12" Wd. × 24" Lg. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Clear | PETG Plastic | 140° | 00000000 | 00000 |
20" Wd. × 20" Lg. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Clear | PETG Plastic | 140° | 0000000 | 00000 |
20" Wd. × 50" Lg. | ||||||
0.05" | -0.005" to 0.005" | Clear | PETG Plastic | 140° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Flame- and Heat-Resistant Blankets
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.
For made-to-order blankets, minimum size is 22 sq. ft.
Grommet | |||||||||
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Thick., mil | Weight per Sq. Yd., oz. | Max. Temp., ° F | Clarity | Color | ID | Spacing | Material | Per Sq. Ft. | |
Fiberglass | |||||||||
50 | 24 | 1000° | Opaque | Beige | 3/8" | 24" | Brass | 0000000 | 00000 |