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

    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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    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"350Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K71000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"350Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8593K7200000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"3100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K10100000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"3100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K30100000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"450Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K7500000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"4100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K10300000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"4100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K30300000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"650Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K1900000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"6100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K10500000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"6100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K30500000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"850Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K4900000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"850Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8593K5900000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"8100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K10700000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"8100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K30700000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1025Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K81300000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1025Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K81400000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1050Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K1200000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1050Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8593K2200000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"10100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K10900000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"10100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K30900000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1250Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K1400000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K11100000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"12100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K31100000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1650Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K1600000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1650Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8593K2600000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"16100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K11300000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"16100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K31300000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"2025Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K81500000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"2025Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K81600000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"2050Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8593K1800000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"2050Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8593K2800000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"20100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K115000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"20100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K315000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"24100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K117000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"24100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K317000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"32100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K119000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"32100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K319000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"40100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakSemi-Clear White8553K121000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"40100Calendered-601501,400 to 3,190No BreakBlack8553K321000000
     

    Ultra-Low-Friction UHMW Polyethylene Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Low-Friction UHMW Polyethylene Film.
    Widely used as a protective barrier against abrasion and wear, this UHMW film has a slippery surface that prevents sticking.
    Skived—Skived products are more likely to curl than extruded and molded products.
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    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"12"Skived-401505,500 to 6,000Semi-Clear Off-WhiteFDA Standard
    1, 2, 3, 6, 10, 2085655K1100000
     

    Clear Static-Dissipative Polyester Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. 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.
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    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"24"4ExtrudedNot Rated15025,000Clear8187K120000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"48"4ExtrudedNot Rated15025,000Clear8187K13000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"48"8ExtrudedNot Rated15025,000Clear8187K14000000
     

    Highly Moisture-Resistant HDPE Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Highly Moisture-Resistant HDPE Film.
    The high-density construction translates into a durable film that’s more chemical and water resistant than LDPE film. This woven film is also tear and puncture resistant, so it’s often used for tarps and machine covers.
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    Semi-Clear White
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"8Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K71000000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"8Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K4100000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"16Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K7400000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"16Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K44000000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"24Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K7600000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"24Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K46000000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"40Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K78000000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"40Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K48000000
     
    Black/Gray
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"8Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K8100000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"8Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K6100000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"16Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K8400000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"16Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K64000000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"24Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K8600000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"40Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.94258552K88000000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"40Extruded, Woven-10 to 1203,920 to 4,2001.1 to 1.941008552K68000000
     
    Zippers

    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
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll1192N518000000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"WhiteASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Sheet1192N5320000
     
    Plastic
     
    5" Wide × 20" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"BeigeSheet9513K160000
     
    10" Wide × 20" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"BeigeSheet9513K320000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"BeigeSheet9513K11600000
     
    20" Wide × 20" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"BeigeSheet9513K5100000
     
    20" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"BeigeSheet9513K14700000
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"BeigeRoll9513K6600000
     

    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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    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"40"10Extruded-5030028,0000.7Clear8567K42000000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"40"25Extruded-5030028,0000.7Clear8567K4400000
     

    Tape-Style Shim Stock

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shim Stock. Tape-Style Shim Stock.
    Unroll to your desired length, cut into custom shapes, and stick in place. With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, the shims you create will precisely align, space, and level components on dies, presses, and machinery.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor areas because it resists rust. However, it will corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1/4"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2200000
    3/8"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2250000
    1/2"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N230000
    5/8"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N23500000
    3/4"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2400000
    1"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2100000
    1 1/2"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2500000
    2"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2600000
    3"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    0.002"1143N2700000
     

    Adhesive-Back Shim Stock

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shim Stock. Adhesive-Back Shim Stock.
    Stick with confidence—a durable adhesive keeps this shim stock from sliding out of place. Cut the shim stock 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.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor areas because it resists rust. However, it will corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, it won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Aluminum—An alternative to stainless steel for rust resistance but less hard so it may not retain its shape. One-third the weight of steel, it's often used in robotics and automation.
    Brass—Picked for its warm, polished look. Similar to 18-8 stainless steel, it resists rusting in wet and outdoor areas.
    Temper Rating—Choose half hard to create shims that you’ll need to bend or shape. Opt for full hard to make stronger shims that will maintain their shape under loads.
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    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0001" to 0.0001"0.002"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    Full HardASTM A666SheetMaterial Certificate
    Digital
    2951N211000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0001" to 0.0001"0.002"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    ASTM A666SheetMaterial Certificate
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    2951N33800000
     
    Aluminum
     
    6" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0.002"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    ASTM B479SheetMaterial Certificate
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    2951N23900000
     
    Brass
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0.002"0.002"Acrylic Plastic
    1/2 HardASTM B36SheetMaterial Certificate
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    2951N22600000
     

    Clear Chemical-Resistant PVC Film

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Clear Chemical-Resistant PVC Film.
    Use this PVC film to line tanks and in chemical-processing applications where visibility is essential. PVC resists acids and alkalies.
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    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"36"Calendered151402,680 to 3,400Clear258562K11100000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"36"Calendered151402,680 to 3,400Clear1508562K1210000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"48"Calendered151402,680 to 3,400Clear258562K1510000
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"48"Calendered151402,680 to 3,400Clear1508562K1610000
     
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