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3,072 Products

Raw Materials

Molybdenum

Retains its shape and strength in extreme temperatures—all with material certificates for traceability

57 products

Tungsten

Our densest metal resists wear and heat to make end mills, heat shields, electrodes, and more

313 products

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable—all with material certificates for traceability

1,369 products

Tantalum

Conductive with a higher melting point than most metals—all with material certificates for traceability

23 products

Stainless Steel

Resists corrosion and chemicals in most environments—all with material certificates for traceability

44 products

Copper

Our most conductive metal for electrical applications—all with material certificates for traceability

45 products

Titanium

The most corrosion-resistant metal we offer—all with material certificates for traceability

215 products

Nickel

An upgrade from stainless steel to withstand harsh chemicals and acids—all with material certificates for traceability

113 products

Niobium

Conductive and corrosion resistant even at extreme temperatures—all with material certificates for traceability

14 products

Molybdenum Disulfide

Apply directly to lubricate parts or mix into other substances to increase their lubricity

1 product

Additives and Fillers

Mix into coatings, resins, polymers, and metal to boost strength, conductivity, and lubricity

1 product

Measuring and Inspecting

Water Test Strips

Dip into water and a color change indicates chemicals, pH, and other conditions

1 product

Fabricating and Machining

Taps

Cut internal threads for fasteners, pipe, conduit, and more

229 products

Lubricating

Grease

Thicker than oil to evenly lubricate surfaces and stay in place

86 products

Oil

Thinner than grease to flow in smaller gaps; dissipates heat and removes dirt and metal shavings

9 products

Assembly Lubricants

Lubricate tight-fitting parts before sliding them together to make assembly easier

7 products

Antiseize Lubricants

Prevent threaded fasteners from sticking due to rust, dirt, and heat

37 products

Dry-Film Lubricants

Goes on wet and dries to form a nonstick film that lubricates surfaces without attracting dust

20 products

Penetrating Lubricants

Cut through dirt, grease, and rust to protect tools and components from wear

8 products

Powder and Flake Lubricants

Help locks, fasteners, and hinges to work smoothly

1 product

Mold-Release Lubricants

Apply to molds before casting parts to prevent sticking, stretching, and tearing

5 products

Fastening and Joining

Threaded Rods

Anchor, connect, or hang components in a wide variety of applications

10 products

Shim Stock

Cut into custom shapes to align, space, and level components on dies, presses, and machinery

152 products

Tungsten Electrodes

Heat in TIG torches to create welds

80 products

Tungsten Electrode Stick-Out Gauges

Measure the distance tungsten electrodes stick out from your nozzle for consistent TIG welding

2 products

Fluid Handling

Tubing

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

7 products

Heat Sink Compounds

Eliminate air gaps between heat sinks and surfaces for maximum heat transfer

1 product

Filter Mesh

Strain particles out of various substances

3 products

Pipe and Fittings

Generally thicker and more rigid than tubing for distributing liquids and gases

215 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Tungsten Electrode Carriers

Store, protect, and organize your tungsten electrodes

3 products