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![Fiberglass Grating]( "Fiberglass Grating")
Fiberglass Grating
Fiberglass Grating is available in Molded, Pultruded, and Phenolic Grating. Compared to traditional steel or aluminum grating, fiberglass is light weight, non-conductive, corrosion resistant, fire retardant, and slip resistant. Constructed from fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), FRP is used in hundreds of commercial, industrial and residential applications, including platforms, handrails, decks, catwalks, and more. Look for pultruded and molded grating in the most popular sizes and configurations. Its cost is similar to that of steel.
Molded Grating:
Molded Grating is constructed in one-piece, using reinforced polyester or vinyl ester resin and continuous interwoven fiberglass strand. This gives it multi-directional strength and allows for fabrication such as holes, cut-outs, without losing any structural integrity. It's used for flooring systems, walkways, trenches, platforms, stairs and much more. Customers can choose from a variety of sizes, such as 4 ft x 12 ft, 4 ft x 8 ft, 3 ft x 10 ft, 5 ft x 10 ft and thicknesses such as 1", 1-1/2", 2". Molded grating is easy to fabricate. You can custom fabricate or we can fabricate panels to size for you.
Pultruded Grating
Pultruded Grating is ideal for longer spans and slightly lower in cost than Molded Grating. Its high load bearing strength makes it uniquely popular for spanning long distances. Pultruded grating uses a two part locking cross rod and features powerful uni-directional strength. The individual bars are made of glass roving and glass mat which gives it its strength. A surfacing veil provides high corrosion resistance. Used for flooring systems, walkways, trenches and platforms, customers can choose from a variety of sizes such as 3 ft, 4 ft or 5 ft wide by 8 ft, 10 ft, or 20 ft lengths. Standard thicknesses are 1", 1-1/2", and 2", I bar or T bar are available.
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HiPro® PP-30GF
GEHR HiPro® 30% glass filled homopolymer PP is used in applications found in the chemical processing and wastewater treatment industries were chemical resistance, higher temperature performance and low cost are desired. It is also ideal for valve and pump applications, as well as, slow motion load bearing rollers in chemical baths, sleeve bearings, shoulder bearings, etc. It is ideally suited for higher temperature chemical applications where cost is an issue.
Available in Sheets, Rods, Angles and U-Channels. Angles sized 2" x 2" x 1/4" and U-channels sized 2 1/2" x 2 1/4" x 3/16" plus 2 1/2" x 3 1/4" x 3/16" are available.
- Color: BLACK
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![Last-A-Foam® FR-3700 Series Performance Core]( "Last-A-Foam® FR-3700 Series Performance Core")
Last-A-Foam® FR-3700 Series Performance Core
Last-A-Foam® FR-3700 Performance Core Series - FR-3700 is a CFC-free, rigid, closed-cell, flame-retardant polyurethane foam available in densities ranging from 3 to 40 pounds per cubic foot. It exhibits a high strength-to-weight ratio due to its cellular structure and cross-linked resin. Because of its closed-cell structure, LAST-A-FOAM FR-3700 has great resistance to water absorption, and will not swell, crack, or split on exposure to water. It particularly supports the following industries:
Aerospace
FR-3700 meets the requirements of aircraft BMS 8:133. This rigid, polyurethane foam is comparable to the FR-6700 in strength, temperature resistance and flammability performance. However, the FR-3700 is tougher (less friable) for cutting crisper edges.
Medical
High-density rigid polyurethane FR-3700 foam is used to simulate human bone as a test medium within the medical device industry.
Nuclear
FR-3700 foams are chosen for nuclear material applications and transportation of extremely hazardous waste. When used as an impact- and fire-insulation liner in transport containers, FR-3700 can be engineered to provide the ultimate in fire and collision protection for hazardous cargo, outperforming wood and other polymeric materials. The FR-3700 formulation is specially designed to allow predictable impact-absorption performance under dynamic loading. At the same time, it provides an intumescent char layer that insulates and protects hazardous materials, even when exposed to pool-fire conditions.
Radomes:
Use LAST-A-FOAM® 3700 Performance Core Series for constructing durable, weatherproof radomes. Impervious to moisture and transparent to radio signals, they protect marine, aerospace and recreational microwave antennas. Their high Tg suits prepregs that cure at higher temperatures.
In particular, our FR-3700 foam has a solid history of successful use in radioactive materials (RAM) transportation packages. The regulations governing RAM packages often require energy absorption of 30-foot free drops and exposure to a 1,475°F, 30-minute fire under accident conditions. Our FR-3700 series foam is one of very few materials that can support the RAM package design in mitigating both mechanical and thermal energy.
Applications: - Models and design prototypes - Composite core, especially where flame retardation is important - Honeycomb edge closeout for aircraft interior sandwich panels used in overhead storage bins, passenger cabin class dividers, galleys and lavatories - Radioactive materials (RAM) transportation packages - Impact- and fire-insulation liner for hazardous waste containers - Vacuum form dies and mold patterns - Artificial human bone test media - Core material for composite prostheses - Load bearing
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Meldin® 2021 - 15% Graphite
Meldin® 2021 - A multi-purpose bearing grade for high temperature and high load applications, Meldin 2021 maintains its strength and rigidity at elevated temperatures.
- Meldin 2021 is Black in Color
Principal Features of Meldin® 2000 series shapes:
- Excellent Tensile Strength and Elongation
- High Compressive Strength
- High Modulus
- Superb Dimensional Stability
- Low Outgassing
Low Friction, High Resistance to Wear
Meldin® 2021 bearing grade is capable of carrying high loads at temperature extremes. Specially designed for optimum friction and wear properties, Meldin® products provide smooth interaction and zero abrasion when operating against both ferrous and non-ferrous mating surfaces.
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![Neoprene Foam]( "Neoprene Foam")
Neoprene Foam
Neoprene foam (closed cell neoprene foam) (aka Monarch) is a flexible and durable sponge rubber that provides good thermal and moisture insulation. Additionally, neoprene rubber is form-fitting and can resist the effects of ozone, sunlight, oxidation as well as many petroleum derivatives and chemicals. Neoprene sheets and other forms of this foam can also resist breakdown caused by water, and can become temporarily stable because water and air can become isolated in its unique molecular structure. Some of the many uses of neoprene pads include sports gloves, waders, wet suits, insulated can-holders, knee and elbow pads, expansion joint filler in masonry and concrete, and filler support sealant in traffic bearing joints.
- Neoprene foam is suitable for headband padding on PPE Medical Face Shields during COVID 19 Coronavirus Outbreak.
- Please Call Us for Current Lead-Times - Extreme Demand Product
Foam Types: Neoprene Regular, and Neoprene High Quality
Neoprene Regular Foam is a good quality foam with a firm feel. Common applications include water resistant clothing, heat insulating clothing, joint filler for road construction, and gaskets. Typical life is 5-20 years.
Neoprene High Quality Foam is an excellent quality foam with a firm feel. Common applications include water resistant clothing, heat insulating clothing, joint filler for road construction, and gaskets. Typical life is 8-35 years.
Standard Thicknesses: 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1" and 2"
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Norplex MC223 Marine Grade Phenolic
Norplex MC223 - "Marine Grade Canvas Phenolic". Norplex MC223 is a medium-weave cotton phenolic composite specifically formulated to meet MIL-P-18324 requirements. Easy to machine, this product offers superior load-bearing properties and a low coefficient of friction. Known in the shipbuilding industry as ôMarine Micarta", MC223 has long been used in the industry to make dry, water-cooled, and lubricated bearings. Applications include pintle and stave-type bearings for rudder shafts. The product is also suitable for heavy equipment applications that require finer machining profiles than those provided by bearing-grade laminates.
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![Norplex Micarta Product Info]( "Norplex Micarta Product Info")
Norplex Micarta Product Info
Norplex-Micarta is the leading manufacturer of high performance thermoset composite laminates. We work directly with customers to manufacture the highest quality specialty sheet products, pre-pregs, rods and molded shapes, and tubes available for our OEMs and fabricators around the world.
This cost-effective line of products consists of multiple plies of various papers impregnated with phenolic resins and laminated under heat and pressure to produce a thermoset composite. Both papers and resins can be modified to change the finished properties of the final laminate. These products offer thermal, mechanical isolation, and thermal and electrical insulation properties that meet or exceed those of most thermoplastic materials. The properties and cost-effectiveness of these products often make them the insulators of choice in low-voltage, dry-service electrical equipment.
These products consist of phenolic resin systems combined with several weights of cotton fabrics, from less than four ounces per square yard (commonly called "linen") to 6, 8, 10, and 25 ounces per square yard, used in bearing grades for ships. These products are easy to machine and operate with less noise than metal in numerous gear and bearing-type applications. In addition, they do not spark when struck, so they can be used in explosion-proof environments. These structural and electrical insulation materials are also less abrasive than fiberglass options in wear applications. Phenolic/canvas composites can be used to make a variety of parts, including gears, pulleys, rollers, and guides. In the phenolic/linen product line, grades include bleached linen to enhance moisture resistance, electrical insulation, and other properties. The resin systems can be modified in various ways to suit requirements, including the addition of lubricants that reduce wear. Phenolic/linen products offer a lower coefficient of thermal expansion than thermoplastic materials, as well as more strength and heat resistance than all but the most expensive thermoplastics.
Applications include small gears, pulleys, rollers, guides, and other parts that are more intricate than those made with canvas grades.
Bearing grade laminates consist of multiple plies of a very heavy weight canvas cloth impregnated with phenolic resin and laminated under heat and pressure to produce a thermoset (non-melting) material. Canvas weights and resin formulations can be changed to modify the finished properties of the composite laminate. The load-bearing properties of these laminates are better than those of high-performance thermoplastics and roughly match those of brass and bronze. But unlike these metal options, these high performance thermoset composites will not seize to metal shafts or score them, speeding up bearing replacement and reducing equipment downtime and cost of replacement. With some of the highest load capacities of any bearing material, the composites are specifically designed for heavy load-bearing applications in ships, metal-rolling mills, and off-road construction equipment.
Consisting of electrical-grade epoxy resin systems combined with a variety of glass fabric substrates, these products come in low- and high-temperature versions. Low-temperature epoxy/glass materials offer good chemical resistance and electrical properties under dry and humid conditions. Some systems are flame retardant and meet the Underwriters Laboratories Flammability Class, V-0. They also feature high flexural, impact, and bond strength at temperatures up to 130°C. These materials are suitable for a variety of structural, electronic, and electrical applications.
High-temperature epoxy/glass products offer superior mechanical strength and insulative properties over a wider temperature range. These products feature high mechanical strength at continuous operating temperatures up to 180°C in mechanical applications. In response to customer requests, Norplex-Micarta can change the resins to enable products to withstand even higher continuous operating temperatures. Several standard grades can handle temperatures much higher than 180°C for short periods of time. At elevated temperatures, the products retain 50 percent of their flexural strength. Several types meet NEMA G-11 requirements, and the materials can also be produced on any glass style for applications that do not require NEMA G-11. Applications include solder pallets, corona dissipation, rotor slot insulation, and structural applications at elevated temperatures.
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Nyloil® FG (Food Grade) (Natural Color)
NYLOIL-FG is a self lubricating nylon bearing material which meets the provisions of FDA Regulations 21 CFR, Section 177.15 (and others) and USDA 3A Sanitary Standards 20-17 for direct contact with food. This is a particularly useful material where additional lubrication is not desirable because of cleanability, contamination, or other considerations. Nyloil FG Natural is an oil-filled nylon in Natural Color (off-white).
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Nylon 6/6 Fractional Tubing (up to 1" ID)
Nylon 6/6 Fractional Tubing - Extruded, Unfilled (up to 1" ID)
The exceptional bearing and wear properties of Nylon make it one of the most widely used plastics in the world. Nylon is frequently used as a replacement for bronze, brass, aluminum, steel and other metals, as well as other plastics, wood, and rubber.
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![Nylon Balls - Solid]( "Nylon Balls - Solid")
Nylon Balls - Solid
Nylon Balls are used in a variety of bearing, and seal applications. These balls are precision ground for tight tolerance & are made of solid, high-quality thermoplastic. Nylon 6/6 offers high strength (especially at elevated temperatures), toughness at low temperatures, stiffness, wear and abrasion resistance, low coefficient of friction and good chemical resistance. All Nylons absorb moisture; this increases flexibility and impact resistance. Use for high impact application requiring strength and rigidity. UV light results in degradation over time. Resists hydrocarbons, aromatics, aliphatic solvents, automotive oils and fuels, and refrigerants. Attacked by strong acids, bases, and phenol. Gradually attacked by hot water. Lightweight -- approximately 1/8 the weight of bronze, 1/7 the weight of cast iron, and 1/2 the weight of aluminum -- which reduces both the inertial and static loads and eases the handling of large components during maintenance or replacement procedures.
- Color: Natural (yellow-cream color)
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Nylon SL - Cast
Nylon SL offers a very low coefficient of friction with superior wear resistance. Nylon SL is used for complex applications where external lubrication is difficult or impossible. Also providing in excess of 5 times longer part life than other lubricated materials. Nylon SL offers significant savings in machine maintenance and down time costs. As well, it provides added assurance of part life in friction applications where other cast nylons may fail.
- Standard: LIGHT GREY
- Availability: Sheet, Rod, Tube, & Custom Parts
- Applications : Wear strips, bearings / bushings, abrasion pads, rollers, guide rails, star wheels (bottling plants), valve seats.
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Nylon, Oil-Filled - Natural (Generic) FDA
Oil-Filled Nylon in NATURAL Color for Food Contact applications. The absence of Pigment (NATURAL COLOR) permits this grade to conform with FDA Regulations 21 CFR, Sec. 177.15 and USDA 3A Sanitary Standards 20-17 for direct contact with food.
Typical Applications:
- FDA Compliant Bearings and Bushings
- Replacement for Stainless Steel in Food Processing Applications:
- Bottling, Canning, Packing, Processing Lines
- Friction / Wear Parts
- Gears, Sprockets and Rotational Parts
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Nylube™
Nylube™ has substantially improved wear resistance abilities compared to any other grade of cast nylon, whilst retaining excellent physical property characteristics.
Nylube contains a combined liquid/solid lubricant system which allows for a coefficient of friction as low as 0.08. This is below that of almost any other polymer available at present.
Nylube has substantially improved the wear resistance abilities compared to that of any other currently available lubricated grade of cast nylon, whilst retaining excellent
physical property characteristics. The material is particularly suited to dry running bearing applications throughout a wide load, speed and temperature range (up to 120°C).
Nylube is suitable for use in applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
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PBT - Sustadur® PBT
SUSTADUR PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) offers similar mechanical properties to acetal, however a higher maximum continuous operating temperature and improved chemical resistance makes it an excellent choice in food processing applications that require chemical or steam sanitizing.
Applications:- Parts for Food Processing Machinery
- Valves & Manifolds
- Bushings, Bearings & Pistons
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![PEEK Adhesive Tape]( "PEEK Adhesive Tape")
PEEK Adhesive Tape
PEEK Tape with Adhesive Backing - PEEK adhesive tape, is a super-tough material providing the best combination of friction and wear properties combined with high temperature resistance,chemical resistance and excellent electrical insulation. It is ideal for use in a broad range of applications including gaskets, aerospace components, high performance labels, solder masking, oil field equipment, semiconductor processing equipment and more. PEEK tape provides engineers and designers with an excellent alternative to both PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) and PI (polyimide) tape. When compared to PTFE tape, VICTREX PEEK tape exhibits much higher tensile strength, is a tougher, stronger material with better wear performance in aggressiveconditions, and has a lower density. When compared to PI tape, VICTREX PEEK tape has lower moisture absorption, better performance in strong alkaline environments, and higher tear strength. PEEK tape can withstand continuous operating temperatures of up to 220°C (428°F) and even higher temperatures for short durations. It resists wear over a wide range of pressure, velocity, temperature and counterfacial roughness. Hydrolytically stable, PEEK tape maintains its electrical properties over a wide frequency and temperature range, and can withstand over 109 rads of radiation exposure without embrittlement. In addition, it has excellent chemical resistance to solvents, acids, bases, fuels, and hydrocarbons even at elevated temperatures. PEEK tape is able to meet a variety of aerospace, automotive, food/water, medical/pharmaceutical, and military/nuclear approvals and standards.
- All Sizes are Stated in INCHES, unless otherwise specified as FEET (FT)
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PET TX 1400T Gray (ZL)
PET TX 1400T Gray Sheets & Rods (ZL) - ZL 1400 T is an internally lubricated Bearing
Grade PET containing evenly dispersed solid lubricant. ZL 1400 T exhibits high wear
resistance, low coefficient of friction, and extremely low slip-stick properties.
Due to its unique ability to wear against soft metal surfaces, (aluminum, stainless steel) without
causing excessive wear on these expensive materials, this FDA compliant material is often used
in critical food processing applications.
- ZL 1400 T is light gray in color.
- Manufactured in metric sizes only.
- Standard sheets are 24" x 39" (610mm x 1 meter)
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![Plastic Parts - CNC Machining]( "Plastic Parts - CNC Machining")
Plastic Parts - CNC Machining
Plastic Parts - CNC Machining of plastics.
Professional Plastics and it's partners can provide precision turn-key plastic parts to your specifications. We offer the widest variety of high-performance engineering plastics in the industry and have a well-established record as a quality supply partner to companies in the aerospace and semiconductor industries. Precision manufactured plastic machined parts are available from more than 500 different materials including thermoplastics, thermoset laminates and composites and cermic materials.
- For a competitive price & fast turn-around, E-mail or Fax us your CAD drawing of your cnc plastic parts now.
- E-Mail: sales@proplas.com Phone (888) 995-7767 or Fax (866) 776-7527
Machining of Plastic Parts includes: Bearings, Sheaves, Washers, Thrust Washers, Guide Rails, Machine Guards, Wear Pads, Clamping Rings, Retaining Rings, Screws, Sliders, Bumpers, Rollers, Splines, Insulators, Lantern Rings, Nests, Sockets, Manifolds, Valves, Clamps, Seal Rings, Valve Seats, Layrinth Seals, Wear Rings, Seals, Mandrels, Connectors, Spur Gears and more.
Don't know what material to use ? - Try our Material Design Tool - Sortable Material Data Sheets.
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Plastic Shim Stock - color coded
Plastic Shim Stock - color coded
Professional Plastics offers custom plastic shims, shim sets and washers in thicknesses from .0005" to 1". These plastic shims are fabricated out of a variety of plastic materials, including color-coded plastics, nylon, vinyl, acetate, polypropylene, polyester and polyethylene, to name a few.
Professional plastics offers Practi-Shim™ color-coded shim stock in sheets and roll stock.
Plastic shim stock is color-coded, so the user can tell the thickness at a glance.
- Practi-shim(TM) is a registered trademark of Accutrex Products Inc.
- Note: We also offer Kapton & Kaptrex brand polyimide film for aerospace shims.
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