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

    Clean-Release Polypropylene Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Clean-Release Polypropylene Film.
    Also known as frisket film, this polypropylene film has a low-tack adhesive that releases without leaving residue behind.
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    Adhesive Backing
    0.002"-0.0001" to 0.0001"12"12Laminated-40110Semi-Clear White7524T1300000
    0.002"-0.0001" to 0.0001"18"2Laminated-40110Semi-Clear White7524T190000
    0.002"-0.0001" to 0.0001"24"3Laminated-40110Semi-Clear White7524T210000
    0.002"-0.0001" to 0.0001"24"30Laminated-40110Semi-Clear White7524T1400000
     

    Electrical-Grade Kapton® Polyimide Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Electrical-Grade Kapton® Polyimide Film.
    This Kapton® polyimide film maintains outstanding strength and electrical insulating properties across a broad temperature range.
    Amber—Amber plain-back film is also known as Type HN.
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    Semi-Clear Amber
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"1Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K2000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"1Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K1200000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"2Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K50100000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"3Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K1400000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"5Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K502000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"10Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K504000000
     
    Semi-Clear Amber with Adhesive Backing
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"1Extruded-40 to 500UL 94 V-0
    		2271K7200000
     

    Shim Stock

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shim Stock. Sold Individually.
    Cut into custom shapes to create shims that suit your needs. With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, the shims will precisely align, space, and level components on dies, presses, and machinery.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    Ultra-Chemical-Resistant PTFE—The most chemical-resistant shim stock we offer, it stands up to the widest range of harsh acids, bases, solvents, and corrosive cleaners, even at temperatures up to 500° F. It also won't mar delicate surfaces.
    Plastic—Softer than metal, it won't mar delicate surfaces and it will never rust.
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    Ultra-Chemical-Resistant PTFE
     
    5" Wide × 20" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll1192N50800000
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll1192N50200000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll1192N52500000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Sheet1192N120000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll1192N2400000
     
    20" Wide × 50" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll1192N3600000
     
    Plastic
     
    5" Wide × 20" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Red—Sheet9513K140000
     
    10" Wide × 20" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Red—Sheet9513K290000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Red—Sheet9513K11400000
     
    20" Wide × 20" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Red—Sheet9513K4800000
     
    20" Wide × 50" Long
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Red—Sheet9513K14500000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Red—Roll9513K6400000
     

    Flexible LDPE Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Flexible LDPE Film.
    Often used for packaging and construction applications, this LDPE film is also known as Visqueen. It is softer and more flexible than other types of film and offers superior impact resistance.
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    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"10100Calendered-60150Semi-Clear White8651K92000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"10100Calendered-60150Black8651K9500000
     

    Thermally Conductive Kapton® Polyimide Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Thermally Conductive Kapton® Polyimide Film.
    Because this film dissipates heat, it is often used for printed circuit boards and power supplies. It’s made of Kapton® polyimide, which provides outstanding strength across a broad temperature range.
    Amber—Amber plain-back film is also known as Type HN.
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    Amber
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"1Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K24000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"2Extruded-450 to 750UL 94 V-0
    		2271K91100000
     
    Amber with Adhesive Backing
    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12"1Extruded-40 to 300—2271K91900000
    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12"2Extruded-40 to 300—2271K91500000
     

    Wear- and Chemical-Resistant PEEK Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Wear- and Chemical-Resistant PEEK Film.
    In addition to offering excellent chemical resistance, this PEEK film is strong and wear resistant.
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    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"6"6"Extruded-40350Semi-Clear Beige4671T4100000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"1 ft.Extruded-40350Semi-Clear Beige4671T4200000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"18"Extruded-40350Semi-Clear Beige4671T4300000
     

    Chemical-Resistant Ultra-Low-Friction Film Made from Teflon® PTFE

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Chemical-Resistant Ultra-Low-Friction Film Made from Teflon® PTFE.
    This film is made with virgin Teflon® PTFE resins. It can handle extreme temperatures and resists most solvents. It’s also an excellent electrical insulator. PTFE has a naturally slippery surface that allows objects to easily slide across it. This film is skived, so the edges may curl.
    Skived—Skived products are more likely to curl than extruded and molded products.
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    0.002"-0.0003" to 0.0003"6"Skived-350 to 500WhiteUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 208569K1200000
    0.002"-0.0003" to 0.0003"12"Skived-350 to 500WhiteUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 208569K340000
    0.002"-0.0003" to 0.0003"24"Skived-350 to 500WhiteUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 208569K960000
    0.002"-0.0003" to 0.0003"36"Skived-350 to 500WhiteUL 94 V-0
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    		1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 208569K740000
    0.002"-0.0003" to 0.0003"48"Skived-350 to 500WhiteUL 94 V-0
    		FDA Standard
    		1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 208569K8400000
     

    Clear Moisture-Resistant Polyester Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. 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.
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    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"40"10Extruded-50300Clear8567K22000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"40"25Extruded-50300Clear8567K2400000
     
    Adhesive Backing
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"27"150Extruded-20150Clear8689K63000000
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"54"150Extruded-20150Clear8689K64000000
     

    Wear-Resistant Nylon Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Wear-Resistant Nylon Film.
    Use this nylon 6/6 film as a protective barrier against wear. It has a slippery surface that reduces friction.
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    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12"1Not Rated450Semi-Clear Off-WhiteUL 94 V-2
    		8539K19200000
    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12"2Not Rated450Semi-Clear Off-WhiteUL 94 V-2
    		8539K1940000
    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12"4Not Rated450Semi-Clear Off-WhiteUL 94 V-2
    		8539K1960000
    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"24"2Not Rated450Semi-Clear Off-WhiteUL 94 V-2
    		8539K1980000
    0.002"-0.0004" to 0.0004"24"4Not Rated450Semi-Clear Off-WhiteUL 94 V-2
    		8539K20100000
     

    Clear Ultra-Impact-Resistant FEP Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Clear Ultra-Impact-Resistant FEP Film.
    The slippery surface on this FEP film prevents sticking. Use it as a release film when making molded parts.
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    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"Extruded-320400ClearUL 94 V-0
    		1, 2, 3, 5, 1085905K64000000
     

    Ultra-Electrical-Insulating Ultem PEI Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrical-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.
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    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"Extruded-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K19000007576K16000000
     
    Adhesive Backing
    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"12"Cast-20 to 335Semi-Clear AmberUL 94 VTM-0
    		7576K3200000———0
     

    Heat-Shrink Tape for Composites

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Heat-Shrink Wrap. Heat-Shrink Tape for Composites.
    Wrap this tape around carbon fiber and other composite parts, then heat to 150° F. Tape shrinks to squeeze out air bubbles and apply pressure so parts cure without voids.
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    3/4"3000.002"Clear150 to 4001506820A12000000
    1"3000.002"Clear150 to 4001506820A1300000
    1 1/4"3000.002"Clear150 to 4001506820A1400000
    1 1/2"3000.002"Clear150 to 4001506820A1500000
    2"3000.002"Clear150 to 4001506820A1600000
    2 1/2"3000.002"Clear150 to 4001506820A1700000
     

    Ultra-Electrical-Insulating Polyester Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrical-Insulating Polyester Film.
    An aluminum coating on this film reflects heat, so it’s widely used as an insulator and in packaging applications. Made of polyester, which is also called PET and PETE, this wear-resistant film is comparable to Mylar.
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    0.002"27"12Extruded-50300Silver7538T11000000
     

    Clear Ultra-High-Temperature PFA Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. 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.
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    0.002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"24"Extruded-320500Clear1, 2, 3, 5, 1084955K24000000
     

    Laminating Rolls

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Laminating Sheets. Laminating Rolls.
    Cut the size you need to protect larger signs. Use the adhesive lining to cover one or both sides of a sign.
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    24"500.002"GlossyPolypropylene
    		ClearAdhesive Lining1270T46000000

    Laminating Sheets

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Laminating Sheets. Laminating Sheets.
    Use the adhesive lining to stick these sheets to one or both sides of your sign.
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    9"12"0.002"GlossyPolypropylene
    		ClearAdhesive Lining151270T3100000
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