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2,737 Products

Raw Materials

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

645 products

Stainless Steel

Resists corrosion and chemicals in most environments—all with material certificates for traceability

213 products

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

252 products

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable—all with material certificates for traceability

327 products

Rubber

Compresses and bounces back to shape; often used for sealing, cushioning, and shock absorbing

283 products

Garolite

A strong, machinable alternative to metal and plastic widely used in circuit boards and gears

140 products

Fiberglass

A lightweight alternative to metal and wood widely used in electrical and structural applications

29 products

Foam

Pockets of air make it lighter in weight than rubber; good for packing, insulating, and sealing

345 products

Ceramic

Hard and wear resistant, it also withstands corrosion and high temperatures

41 products

Wood

Commonly used to build ramps, crates, and prototypes or to make repairs

31 products

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

156 products

Brass

More machinable than copper and bronze—all with material certificates for traceability

36 products

Copper

Our most conductive metal for electrical applications—all with material certificates for traceability

49 products

Kevlar

Super tough for protection against prolonged wear and abrasion

1 product

Nickel

An upgrade from stainless steel to withstand harsh chemicals and acids—all with material certificates for traceability

2 products

Bronze

Better wear resistance than copper and brass—all with material certificates for traceability

34 products

Zinc

Draws corrosion away from nearby metal; an alternative to lead for sound barriers and vibration dampers

1 product

Hard Fiber

Chemically treated to be hard and dense, this is the easiest composite to machine in our offering

3 products

Lead

A dense insulator often used to shield against radiation and absorb sound and vibration

4 products

Carbon Fiber

The strongest composite we offer; comparable in strength to 6061 aluminum but lighter in weight

10 products

Aramid

Strong, lightweight, and an excellent thermal insulator; also known as Nomex

2 products

Graphite

Compressible or conductive for making high-temperature seals, furnace parts, and crucibles

11 products

Tungsten

Our densest metal resists wear and heat to make end mills, heat shields, electrodes, and more

2 products

Mica

An electrical insulator that resists high temperatures; use in circuit breakers and heating elements

4 products

Carbon

An electrical conductor that’s often used in electronics and sensors

6 products

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Thermal Insulation Sheets

Line the walls of furnaces, freezers, ductwork, and buildings to keep heat in or out

27 products

Pipe Insulation

Fit around pipe, tubing, and tanks to reduce heat loss or condensation

10 products

Material Handling

Corrugated Sheets

Slide between pallets and stacked items to protect them from damage or reinforce the bottom of boxes

1 product

Building and Machinery Hardware

Ceiling Tiles

Create a new drop ceiling that allows access to pipes and wiring

2 products

Fastening and Joining

Shims

Align and space components on shafts, or level machinery, cabinets, and doors

1 product

Fluid Handling

Filter Mesh

Strain particles out of various substances

8 products

Sealing

Gasket Material

Cut custom shapes and sizes to fill gaps between flat surfaces

8 products

EMI/RFI Shielding Gaskets

Fit around enclosure doors or data connectors to prevent inaccurate signals and flickering displays

2 products

Safety Equipment

Acoustic Insulation

Absorb sound to quiet noisy areas and machines

4 products

Power Transmission

Brake and Clutch Friction Lining

Replace the lining in brakes and clutches; also known as friction material

15 products

Lighting

Light Lenses

Reduce glare from light bulbs and protect them from damage

6 products

Fabricating and Machining

Sandpaper

Add to sanders, sanding blocks, and other tools to create a smooth finish on work surfaces

4 products