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

    Extreme-Strength Wear-Resistant Torlon PAI Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Extreme-Strength Wear-Resistant Torlon PAI Rods.
    These rods are among the strongest types of plastic we offer. Dimensionally stable across a wide temperature range, they have a slippery surface that resists wear. Use them to make high-friction compressor parts, bearings, and seals.
    Dia.
    Fabrication
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Flammability
    Rating
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Black
    1/4"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K81000000
    3/8"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K8300000
    1/2"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K8400000
    5/8"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K9100000
    3/4"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K85000000
    1"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K86000000
    1 1/4"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K87000000
    1 1/2"Extruded-32050015,0000.8UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 48566K89000000
     

    Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Torlon PAI Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Torlon PAI Rods.
    Use these Torlon 4203 rods instead of standard Torlon PAI to create parts that not only withstand extreme temperatures, but also are electrical insulators. They have the same slippery and wear-resistant surface as standard Torlon PAI, though they’re stronger.
    Dia.
    Fabrication
    Temp., ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Flammability
    Rating
    1 ft.
    Long
    2 ft.
    Long
    3 ft.
    Long
    4 ft.
    Long
    Brown/Yellow
    1/4"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N111000000000000000000000000
    3/8"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N1120000000000000000000000
    1/2"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N1130000000000000000000000
    5/8"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N11400000000000000000000000
    3/4"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N115000000000000
    1"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N116000000000000
    1 1/2"Extruded-320 to 50020,0002UL 94 V-0
    3730N118000000000000
     

    Extreme-Strength Wear-Resistant Torlon PAI Sheets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Extreme-Strength Wear-Resistant Torlon PAI Sheets.
    Among the strongest plastic materials we offer, these sheets have a slippery surface that resists wear. They’re made from Torlon 4301 resin, so they’ll remain dimensionally stable across a wide temperature range. Use them to make high-friction compressor parts and seals.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Fabrication
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    1/4" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K4210000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K521000000
     
    3/8" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K441000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K54100000000
     
    1/2" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K451000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K551000000
     
    5/8" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K601000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K60400000000
     
    3/4" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K602000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K60500000000
     
    1" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K603000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050015,0000.8BlackUL 94 V-0
    8563K60600000000
     

    Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Torlon PAI Sheets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Ultra-Electrically-Insulating Torlon PAI Sheets.
    Choose these specially formulated Torlon 4203 sheets over standard Torlon PAI for their excellent electrical insulating properties. They have the same slippery surface that resists wear, but they are stronger. Use them to make high-friction compressor parts and seals.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Fabrication
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    1/4" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T110000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T17000000
     
    3/8" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T12000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T1800000000
     
    1/2" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T13000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T1900000000
     
    5/8" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T14000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T2100000000
     
    3/4" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T15000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T2200000000
     
    1" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    6"6"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T16000000
    12"12"Extruded-32050020,0002Brown/YellowUL 94 V-0
    2461T2300000000
     

    Plastic Balls

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Plastic Balls.
    Torlon PAI—Dimensionally stable and slippery, these balls are often used in high-friction applications, such as nonlubricated rollers and ball bearings.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Min.
    Temp.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Wear Resistant
     
    Torlon PAI
    1/8"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    509593K11000000
    3/16"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    259593K1500000
    1/4"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    259593K1700000
    5/16"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    259593K1900000
    3/8"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    159593K2100000
    13/32"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    109593K2700000
    1/2"-0.001" to 0.001"Not Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    109593K2300000
    6 mm-0.0254 mm to 0.0254 mmNot Rated45015,0002.7GreenUL 94 V-0
    109593K260000
     

    Glass-Filled Torlon PAI Bars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Glass-Filled Torlon PAI Bars.
    Filled with glass, these Torlon 5030 bars are stronger and more rigid than Torlon 4301 and 4203, yet still electrically insulate like Torlon 4203. The glass also prevents wear from abrasions and expansion and contraction due to temperature changes. These bars are often used to make electrical components that endure extreme temperatures. However, they’re not recommended for bearings or bushings because the glass eats away at other materials.
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Min. Temp.,
    ° F
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Color
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    3/16" Thick (0" to 0.05" Tolerance)
    4"1-32050023,0001BlackUL 94 V-0
    8055N1010000000
     

    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

    Glass-Filled Torlon PAI Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Glass-Filled Torlon PAI Rods.
    Stronger and more rigid than Torlon 4301 and 4203 because they’re filled with glass, these Torlon 5030 rods are also electrical insulators like Torlon 4203. In addition, the glass prevents friction from wearing them down and temperature changes from expanding and contracting them. These rods are often made into electrical components that need to withstand extreme temperatures. But, they aren’t good as bearings or bushings because the glass eats away at other materials.
    1 ft. Long
    Dia.
    Temp., ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Black
    1/2"-320 to 50023,0001UL 94 V-0
    8055N501000000
    3/4"-320 to 50023,0001UL 94 V-0
    8055N505000000
     
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