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Compare over 25 types of plastic to find the right material for you.

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.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg.	Fabrication	Min. Temp., ° F	Max. Temp., ° F	Color		Each
Plain Backing



	0.0005"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	27"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K102	00000


	0.0005"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	27"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K104	00000
	0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K12	00000
	0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K14	00000
	0.002"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K22	00000
	0.002"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K24	00000
	0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K32	00000
	0.003"	-0.0003" to 0.0003"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K34	00000
	0.004"	-0.0004" to 0.0004"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K42	00000
	0.004"	-0.0004" to 0.0004"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K44	00000
	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K52	00000


	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K54	00000
	0.007"	-0.0007" to 0.0007"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K62	00000
	0.007"	-0.0007" to 0.0007"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K64	00000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	40"	10 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K92	00000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	40"	25 ft.	Extruded	-50	300	Clear	8567K94	00000


	Adhesive Backing



			0.002"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	27"	150 ft.	Extruded	-20	150	Clear	8689K63	000000


			0.002"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	54"	150 ft.	Extruded	-20	150	Clear	8689K64	000000
			0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	27"	20"	Extruded	-20	150	Semi-Clear	8689K65	0000
			0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	27"	38"	Extruded	-20	150	Semi-Clear	8689K66	0000
			0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	27"	150 ft.	Extruded	-20	150	Semi-Clear	8689K67	000000
			0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	48"	150 ft.	Extruded	-20	150	Semi-Clear	8689K68	000000

Clear Ultra-Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate Film

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

Rough Texture—The rough texture masks scratches, scuffs, and fingerprints.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Fabrication		Each
Smooth Texture



	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K102	00000


	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K72	0000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K103	0000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K73	0000
	0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K14	0000
	0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K24	00000
	0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K15	0000
	0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K25	00000
	0.03"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K17	00000
	0.03"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K27	00000
	0.04"	-0.004" to 0.004"	24"	2	Extruded	8574K19	00000


	0.04"	-0.004" to 0.004"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K28	00000


	Rough Texture



			0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K82	0000


			0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K92	0000
			0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K83	0000
			0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K93	0000
			0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K54	0000
			0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K64	00000
			0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K55	0000
			0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K65	00000


			Smooth Texture/Rough Texture



					0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K33	0000


					0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K43	0000
					0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K34	0000
					0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K44	00000
					0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	85585K35	0000
					0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	85585K45	00000

Clear Ultra-High-Temperature PFA Film

PFA film retains its performance properties through a wide range of temperatures. It is often used to insulate cables.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Fabrication	Min. Temp., ° F	Max. Temp., ° F	Color	Choose a Length, ft.		Per Ft.
Plain Backing



	0.001"	-0.0001" to 0.0001"	24"	Extruded	-320	500	Clear	1, 2, 3, 5, 10	84955K22	00000


	0.002"	-0.0002" to 0.0002"	24"	Extruded	-320	500	Clear	1, 2, 3, 5, 10	84955K24	00000
	0.005"	-0.0004" to 0.0004"	24"	Extruded	-320	500	Clear	1, 2, 3, 5, 10	84955K26	00000

Clear Scratch- and UV-Resistant Acrylic Film

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. It’s so clear that it won’t obstruct or reflect any text or graphics underneath it. It also withstands exposure to UV rays and won’t yellow or haze over time.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Fabrication	Min. Temp.	Max. Temp., ° F	Color		Each
Plain Backing



	0.01"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	12"	1	Extruded	Not Rated	210	Clear	4076N11	00000


	0.01"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	2	Extruded	Not Rated	210	Clear	4076N12	00000
	0.01"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	4	Extruded	Not Rated	210	Clear	4076N13	00000
	0.01"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	50"	32	Extruded	Not Rated	210	Clear	4076N21	000000

Transparencies

Write or print on these sheets to use them with a projector.

Wd.	Lg.	Paper Size	Pattern	Color	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
8 1/2"	11"	Letter	Blank	Clear	50	6037T6	0000000

Clear Static-Dissipative Polyester Film

A static-dissipative coating on this polyester film prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging sensitive electronic equipment. It is also known as PET and PETE.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Fabrication	Min. Temp.	Max. Temp., ° F	Color		Each
Adhesive Backing



	0.004"	-0.0004" to 0.0004"	24"	4	Extruded	Not Rated	150	Clear	8187K12	0000000


	0.004"	-0.0004" to 0.0004"	48"	4	Extruded	Not Rated	150	Clear	8187K13	000000
	0.004"	-0.0004" to 0.0004"	48"	8	Extruded	Not Rated	150	Clear	8187K14	000000

See-Through Sticky Notes

Mark up blueprints and other documents without hiding the details underneath. These transparent notes keep text, lines, and graphs visible. Write on them with a pencil, pen, or marker.

	Lg.	Color	Tack Rating	No. of Sheets	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Blank



	2 7/8"	2 7/8"	Clear	Standard	36	1	9562N11	00000


	2 7/8"	2 7/8"	Yellow, Blue, Green, Pink, Purple	Standard	36	5	9562N12	00000

Clear Cellulose Film

Also called acetate, this is the same clear film that's used in window envelopes. Choose cellulose when you need a low-cost plastic with good clarity.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Fabrication	Max. Temp., ° F	Color		Each
Plain Backing



	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	50"	12	Cast	212	Clear	8564K61	000000


	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	50"	25	Cast	212	Clear	8564K62	00000
	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	50"	50	Cast	212	Clear	8564K63	00000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	50"	12	Cast	212	Clear	8564K64	00000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	50"	25	Cast	212	Clear	8564K65	000000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	50"	50	Cast	212	Clear	8564K66	000000
	0.02"	-0.002" to 0.002"	50"	50	Cast	212	Clear	8564K67	000000

See-Through Drafting Paper

Translucent vellum paper lets you trace, overlay, and check alignment directly over existing drawings without redrawing from scratch. The 16 lb. weight keeps sheets lightweight and easy to handle while maintaining enough body to lie flat during use.

						Blank		1/8" Grid
Paper Size	Wd.	Lg.	Material	Paper Wt., lb.	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.		Pkg.
Letter	8 1/2"	11"	Vellum	16	10	13095T31	000000	13095T411	000000
Tabloid	11"	17"	Vellum	16	10	13095T32	00000	13095T421	00000
ARCH C	18"	24"	Vellum	16	10	13095T34	00000	13095T441	00000
ARCH D	24"	36"	Vellum	16	10	13095T35	00000	13095T451	00000