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

    Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Rods.
    These rods offer excellent electrical-insulating properties. They’re often used for circuit-breaker housings, manifolds, and semiconductor components.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Fabrication
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Dielectric Strength,
    V/mil
    Flammability
    Rating
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Amber
    1/4"0.000" to 0.003"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58686K7100000
    3/8"0.000" to 0.003"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58686K720000
    1/2"0.000" to 0.003"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58686K730000
    5/8"0.000" to 0.003"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58686K7400000
    3/4"0.000" to 0.003"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58686K7500000
    1"0.000" to 0.003"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58686K7600000
    1 1/4"0.000" to 0.005"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 48686K7700000
    1 1/2"0.000" to 0.005"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 48686K7800000
    2"0.000" to 0.005"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 48686K81000000
    2 1/2"0.000" to 0.015"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 48686K82000000
    3"0.000" to 0.250"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 48686K83000000
    3 1/2"0.000" to 0.250"Extruded-20 to 33517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.6830UL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 48686K84000000
     

    Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Sheets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Sheets.
    Often used for circuit-breaker housings, manifolds, and semiconductor components, these sheets offer excellent electrical-insulating properties.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Fabrication
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Surface Resistivity,
    ohm/sq.
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Food Industry Std.
    Each
    0.04" Thick (-0.004" to 0.004" Tolerance)
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K41000000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K4200000
     
    1/16" Thick (-0.00625" to 0.00625" Tolerance)
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K4300000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K4400000
     
    3/32" Thick (-0.00938" to 0.00938" Tolerance)
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K4500000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K46000000
     
    1/8" Thick (-0.0125" to 0.0125" Tolerance)
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K4700000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard, NSF Standard
    		8685K48000000
     
    1/4" Thick (0" to 0.025" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K5100000
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K511000000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K512000000
     
    3/8" Thick (0" to 0.025" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K5200000
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K491000000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K492000000
     
    1/2" Thick (0" to 0.025" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K5300000
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K521000000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K522000000
     
    3/4" Thick (0" to 0.025" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K54000000
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K61000000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K62000000
     
    1" Thick (0" to 0.025" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K55000000
    12"12"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K531000000
    12"24"Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		8685K532000000
     

    Plastic Selector Packs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Plastic Selector Packs.
    You'll get one piece of each material listed, except the Multipurpose pack, where you'll get two pieces (one piece of nylon 6/6 and one piece of cast nylon).
    Performance
    Material
    Wd.
    Lg.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Each
    High TemperaturePEEK, PFA, Polyimide, Torlon PAI, Ultem PEI2"2"55331K910000000

    Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Bars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Bars.
    Often used for circuit-breaker housings, manifolds, and semiconductor components, these bars offer excellent electrical-insulating properties.
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Fabrication
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Surface Resistivity,
    ohm/sq.
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Each
    1/4" Thick (0" to 0.03" Tolerance)
    2"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K11000000
    2"2Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K2100000
    4"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K3100000
     
    3/8" Thick (0" to 0.03" Tolerance)
    2"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K1200000
    2"2Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K2200000
    4"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K3200000
     
    1/2" Thick (0" to 0.03" Tolerance)
    2"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K1300000
    2"2Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K23000000
    4"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K33000000
     
    3/4" Thick (0" to 0.03" Tolerance)
    2"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K1400000
    2"2Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K24000000
    4"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K34000000
     
    1" Thick (0" to 0.03" Tolerance)
    2"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K15000000
    2"2Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K25000000
    4"1Extruded-2033517,000 to 17,5000.5 to 0.61× 10^13Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		7612K35000000
     

    Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Ultem PEI Film.
    Use this film in 3D printing operations as a build surface. It’s also widely used in semiconductor applications because it has excellent electrical-insulating properties.
    1 ft. Long
    2 ft. Long
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Wd.
    Fabrication
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    Plain Backing
    0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K18000007576K15000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K1900007576K1600000
    0.003"-0.0003" to 0.0003"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K2100007576K1100000
    0.005"-0.0005" to 0.0005"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K22000007576K1200000
    0.01"-0.001" to 0.001"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K23000007576K1300000
    0.02"-0.002" to 0.002"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K24000007576K1400000
    0.03"-0.003" to 0.003"12"Extruded-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K25000007576K1700000
     
    Adhesive Backing
    0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K31000007576K4100000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K3200000———0
    0.003"-0.0003" to 0.0003"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K33000007576K4200000
    0.005"-0.0005" to 0.0005"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K34000007576K4300000
    0.01"-0.001" to 0.001"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K35000007576K4400000
    0.02"-0.002" to 0.002"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K3600000———0
    0.03"-0.003" to 0.003"12"Cast-20 to 33514,200Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K3700000———0
     

    3D Printer Build Surfaces

    Image of Product. Front orientation. 3D Printer Build Surfaces.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Amber.

    Amber

    Also known as build sheets, stick these sheets to your printer bed for more accurate 3D printed parts than those made on bare printer beds, masking tape, and glue. They won’t transfer heat between your part and printer bed, which means they grip your part as it prints to keep it from shifting. Then they easily release the part without damaging it once it’s cooled. Because they’re insulating, they also protect glass printer beds from cracking due to sudden temperature changes, so you won’t need to replace the bed as often. You can reuse these sheets multiple times, since they’re durable and stand up to heat.
    Use these sheets with fused filament fabrication (FFF) 3D printers. Cut them to size with scissors before sticking them to your printer bed. For large print surfaces, use primer and smoothing tools (both sold separately) to remove wrinkles and trapped air bubbles.
    PEI—PEI print surfaces don’t grip as tightly as plastic-blend print surfaces, making them easier for removing sticky filaments, such as PETG. They also last longer. Their smooth exterior leaves a smooth finish on the bottom of your part.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    For Printer
    Bed Temp.
    Color
    Each
    PEI—For Heated and Unheated Printer Beds
    6 5/16"5 1/8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N2600000
    6 1/2"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N2700000
    8"8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N2900000
    8 7/8"8 7/8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3100000
    9 1/4"6 1/4"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N2800000
    10"6 1/2"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N300000
    10"8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3200000
    10"9"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3300000
    10"9 1/2"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3400000
    10"10"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3500000
    12"12"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3600000
    16"16"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3700000
    19 7/8"19 7/8"0.014"21° C to 150° C
    70° F to 302° F    		Amber3697N3800000
     
    Accessories for 3D Printer Build Surfaces
    Each
    Smoothing Tool3477N1100000
    Primer (4 fl. oz. Spray Bottle) 3476N110000

    Structural Support 3D Printer Filaments

    Image of ProductInUse. Print structural support along with your part to prevent the part from losing its shape. Front orientation. 3D Printer Filaments. Structural Support 3D Printer Filaments .

    Print structural

    support along with your

    part to prevent the

    part from losing its

    shape

    Image of Product. Front orientation. 3D Printer Filaments. Structural Support 3D Printer Filaments .
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Amber. Structural Support 3D Printer Filaments .
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Clear. Structural Support 3D Printer Filaments .

    Amber

    Clear

    When 3D printing a model with overhangs or hollow spaces, use these filaments to prevent the model from losing its shape. They support the structure during the printing and cooling process, then dissolve or snap away once the part is hardened. Use them in dual-extrusion fused filament fabrication (FFF) printers alongside your primary filament. Unlike parts with supports printed from a single filament, there’s no cutting, sanding, or polishing required.
    Choose a filament that has similar printing requirements as your primary filament. You will want to choose a support filament that prints at a similar temperature as your primary filament and has the same requirements for a heated build chamber, so they cool at the same rate and won’t warp.
    You should also consider how you will remove the structural support filament from your finished part.
    Aquasys 180—Aquasys 180 filaments work with high-temperature plastic, such as PEEK, PEI, and PPS. They require a heated build chamber.
    Polysulfone Blend—Polysulfone blend filaments work with high-temperature plastic, such as PEEK and PEI, and require a heated build chamber.
    Water Soluble—Soluble filaments are well suited to print parts with complex or fragile designs as they gently dissolve off your primary part, leaving a smooth finish. Water-soluble filaments dissolve in a heated bath.
    Breakaway—Breakaway filaments are designed to cleanly snap off of your primary parts with your hands while the print is still warm, taking only minutes to fully remove.
    Spool
    Dia.,
    mm
    Printing Temp.
    For Printer
    Bed Temp.
    Hardness
    Max. Exposure
    Temp.
    Water Temp.
    to Dissolve
    For Min. Nozzle
    Opening Dia., mm
    Dia.,
    mm
    Dp.,
    mm
    Material
    Wt.,
    g
    For Use With
    Each
    Aquasys 180—Water Soluble
     
    Opaque Amber
    1.75230° to 300° C
    446° to 572° F    		60° to 180° C
    140° to 356° F    		Not Rated70° C
    158° F    		80° C
    176° F    		0.420055Plastic500PEEK
    PEI
    PEKK
    PPS
    PPSU    		3664N230000000
    2.85230° to 300° C
    446° to 572° F    		60° to 180° C
    140° to 356° F    		Not Rated70° C
    158° F    		80° C
    176° F    		0.420055Plastic500PEEK
    PEI
    PEKK
    PPS
    PPSU    		3664N24000000
     
    Polysulfone Blend—Breakaway
     
    Clear
    1.75350° to 380° C
    662° to 716° F    		120° to 160° C
    248° to 320° F    		Rockwell R125
    (Hard)    		180° C
    356° F    		—0.420035Plastic500PEEK
    PEI
    PEKK
    Polysulfone
    PPS
    PPSU    		3664N13000000
     

    High-Temperature PEI 3D Printer Filaments

    Image of Product. Front orientation. 3D Printer Filaments. High-Temperature PEI 3D Printer Filaments .
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Gold. High-Temperature PEI 3D Printer Filaments .

    Gold

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Beige. High-Temperature PEI 3D Printer Filaments .

    Beige

    Often used to make parts that will be used near ovens, engines, and other hot machinery, these PEI filaments remain strong and rigid in temperatures that would soften most plastic. They’re a lightweight alternative to machined metal parts. Print these filaments on a fused filament fabrication (FFF) 3D printer. Because of their high melting points, you'll need an all-metal extruder and heated printer bed to reach their minimum printing temperature. Without the heated printer bed, parts will cool too quickly and warp.
    Maximum exposure temperature is the point at which a printed part will begin to deform. Above this temperature, your part will start to lose structural integrity.
    Tensile Strength—Tensile strength is the best measure of a filament's overall strength. Similar to the stress applied on a rope during a game of tug-of-war, it's the amount of pulling force a material can handle before breaking. A higher rating means a stronger filament. A tensile strength of 5,000 psi and above is considered good; 12,000 psi and above is excellent.
    Spool
    Dia.,
    mm
    Printing Temp.
    For Printer
    Bed Temp.
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Hardness
    Max. Exposure
    Temp.
    For Min. Nozzle
    Opening Dia., mm
    Dia.,
    mm
    Dp.,
    mm
    Material
    Wt.,
    g
    Each
    PEI—Extra High Strength, High Strength, High Temperature, Warp Resistant
     
    Opaque Gold
    1.75370° to 390° C
    698° to 734° F    		120° to 160° C
    248° to 320° F    		8,120Durometer 85D
    (Hard)    		208° C
    406° F    		0.419540Plastic5003489N240000000
     
    PEI—Extra High Strength, High Strength, High Temperature, Highly Absorbent, Moisture Resistant, Warp Resistant
     
    Semi-Clear Beige
    1.75350° to 380° C
    662° to 716° F    		140° to 160° C
    284° to 320° F    		7,830Durometer 85D
    (Hard)    		158° C
    316° F    		0.419540Plastic5003489N25000000
     
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