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Garolite

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

1,592 products

Ceramic

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

695 products

Mica

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

199 products

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

7,765 products

Fiberglass

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

159 products

Fabric

Use to cover, clean, and insulate objects

148 products

Hard Fiber

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

35 products

Foam

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

2,546 products

Rubber

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

6,066 products

Wood

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

12 products

Aluminum

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

46 products

Aramid

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

10 products

Felt

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

905 products

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Insulation Sheets

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

256 products

Pipe Insulation

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

876 products

Heat Barriers

Protect equipment and surfaces from damage caused by nearby heat sources

26 products

Insulation Fill

Blow into walls to fill gaps in existing insulation, or mix as a filler in insulating cement

1 product

Spray Foam Insulation

Expands to fill in cracks, gaps, and other hollow spaces for a tight seal against drafts and heat

18 products

Insulation Fencing

Made of pliable mesh for securing insulation blankets, covers, and jackets

3 products

Pipe Insulation Repair Strips

Patch and protect damaged pipe insulation

3 products

Pipe Insulation Banding

Strap around pipe insulation to keep it in place

14 products

Insulation Hanger Studs

Press insulation sheets onto the spike to secure them to walls and other flat surfaces

21 products

Pipe Insulation Jacketing

Guard pipe insulation from impact, moisture, and corrosion

153 products

Fastening and Joining

Insulating Washers

Isolate screws from electrical current and prevent corrosion from mating different metals

277 products

Sealing Washers

Prevent fluids from leaking around fasteners

601 products

Lock Washers

Resist vibration to prevent fasteners from loosening

9 products

Cushioning Washers

Cushion joints to dampen vibration and protect them from wear

167 products

Washers

Nearly every size and shape imaginable, from flat washers to clipped to curved

1,244 products

Finishing Washers

Screw heads sit flush to prevent snagging and to create a neat, finished appearance

14 products

Thread

Sew pieces of fabric together

2 products

Weld-Backing Tape

Stick to the back of welding seams to contain spatter and prevent gases from weakening the weld

11 products

Mounting Tape

Mount everything from signs and panels to carpet and padding

27 products

Masking Tape

Temporarily join or protect surfaces

112 products

Welding Cable Covers

Protect the cables on your MIG or TIG guns from weld spatter

6 products

Safety Equipment

Curtains

Pull shut to protect against dust, weld spatter, heat, and splashing liquid

181 products

Curtain Partitions

Section off work spaces, locker rooms, and restricted areas

56 products

Heat-Resistant Blankets

Drape these blankets over machinery or hang them from walls to protect your workspace from sparks

35 products

Electrical Protection Blankets

Wrap around power lines and electrical equipment to shield workers from high voltage

6 products

Fabricating and Machining

Firebrick Repair Coatings

Renew heat resistance and performance of worn firebrick

1 product

Firebricks

Insulate furnaces to minimize heat loss while adding flame resistance

16 products

$Refractory Cement$

Refractory Cement

Lay firebricks or set and repair cast iron and steel furnaces, heaters, stoves, and boilers

4 products

Fluid Handling

Tubing

Typically more flexible than pipe for carrying liquids and gases in short runs around equipment

39 products

Heat Sink Compounds

Bond heat sinks to surfaces, eliminating air gaps for maximum heat transfer

11 products

Wraparound Heaters

Wrap around drums, pails, and other containers to indirectly warm their contents

30 products

Thermocouple Insulating Sleeves

Protect thermocouple wire in extreme-temperature applications, such as die casting and heat treating

13 products

Thermocouple Connector Covers

Shield thermocouple connectors from dust and debris

1 product

Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Heat-Shrink Tubing End Caps

Seal moisture out of crimped electrical connections

22 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing Splitters

Insulate and seal where wire splits off from cable; also known as breakout boots

23 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing Seal Wrap

Wrap around wire like tape to create a moisture resistant seal before adding heat-shrink tubing

5 products

Cold-Shrink Tubing

Conforms to wire and cable without heat, creating a permanent, watertight seal

17 products

Wire Sleeving

Bundle wiring and protect from abrasion and heat

878 products

Electrical Insulating Varnish

Coat wire and other metal electrical parts to protect them from oil, chemicals, and moisture

6 products

Heat-Shrink Tubing

Apply heat to seal and insulate electrical wiring and connections

811 products

Potting Compounds

Encase electronic assemblies in material that hardens to protect from dust, moisture, and vibration

82 products

Electrical-Insulating Wire Caps

Cover live wire ends to protect against shock from accidental contact

3 products

Cable Repair Resins

Protect and insulate electrical cables and repair damaged insulation

8 products

Switch Padding

Trigger an emergency stop when robot arms contact a worker or object

4 products

Battery-Terminal Washers

Stop battery acid fumes from corroding terminal posts

1 product

Cold-Shrink Tubing End Caps

Seal crimped electrical connections without heat or tools to protect against moisture

4 products

Electrical Tape

Insulate wire and cable splices, wrap wire harnesses, and repair cable jacketing

96 products

Conductive Tape

Shield cables and electronic components from electromagnetic interference (EMI)

59 products

Thermal Interface Pads

Soft and flexible, so they conform to rough surfaces and fill gaps between two surfaces

24 products

Power Transmission

Brake and Clutch Friction Lining

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

145 products

Material Handling

Envelopes

Standard, bubble-lined, and paper-padded for mailing or shipping documents and other items

2 products

Heat-Shrink Wrap

Heat to seal packages or cure composite parts

34 products

Bubble Wrap

Air bubbles cushion fragile items better than foam to protect them while shipping and storing

1 product

Shipping Box Liners

Line cardboard boxes to keep the items inside at a consistent temperature

13 products

Pipe Cradles

Add support to prevent insulation from tearing when routing insulated pipe through loop hangers

11 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Sink Pipe Covers

Prevent burns from hot water pipes

3 products

Protective Coatings

Shield surfaces from the surrounding environment

4 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Vibration-Damping Sheets and Tape

Stick to vibrating surfaces such as duct, between parts, or on floor joists to reduce noise

38 products

Vibration-Damping Coatings

Apply to irregularly shaped equipment and large areas to reduce noise from vibration

2 products

Sound Barrier Partitions

Stand in noisy areas to block and reflect sound

1 product

Thresholds

Transition between flooring surfaces and reduce gaps between doors and floors

1 product

Protective Film and Tape

Adhere to surfaces to keep them free of scratches, chemicals, moisture, and germs

3 products

Sound Barrier Sheets

Block and reflect noise to keep it from reaching other parts of your facility

16 products

Acoustic Insulation

Absorb sound to quiet noisy areas and machines

53 products

Weatherstripping

Seal gaps around doors, windows, and frames

131 products

Vibration-Damping Mounts

Attach to machinery to reduce vibration and noise and extend service life

1 product

Window Film

Apply to windows for privacy, insulation, less glare, and a lower chance of shattering

41 products

Doors

Everything from single to double to two-way swinging doors

4 products

Ceiling Tiles

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

36 products

Access Panels

Install in ceilings, walls, concrete floors, and tanks to access and inspect inside

7 products

Ceiling Tile Sound Barriers

Lay over ceiling tiles to block sound

1 product

Strut Channel Routing Saddles

Clip to strut channel to cradle insulated tubing and pipe

6 products

T-Slotted Framing Cable Holders

Route wire, cable, and tubing along T-slotted rails

12 products

Sealing

Sealants

Fill and seal gaps in metal, plastic, wood, and other materials

1 product

Edge Seals

Block dust, water, and wind from entering the gaps around doors and windows

529 products

Caulk Gun Sleeves

Insulate your caulk gun so contents remain easy to dispense, even in cold weather

1 product