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![PTFE - Carbon-Filled]( "PTFE - Carbon-Filled")
PTFE - Carbon-Filled
Carbon-Filled PTFE was developed for its mechanical properties. The two basic materials used in these compounds, by themselves, are very questionable.
PTFE has good frictional properties including low wear rates and good elasticity. The carbon filler is brittle and has low wear properties. Both fail at high loads and increased
velocities. When both elements are formulated and properly blended together, they become an
extremely good material for use as seals and rings in the reciprocating compressor industry.
The properties increase several hundred times. Wear resistance is changed dramatically
compared to Virgin PTFE. The type and percentage of carbon is critical to material
performance. Carbon filled has a higher percentage of filler than any other PTFE blend.
Therefore the two materials must be similiar in size to prevent voids in the molded billet. For
optimum wear properties, the filler percentage is also important. Lower percentages are
easier to machine but do not perform as well in service. AVA56 PTFE material, is designed
for optimum wear properties in all suitable applications.
The molding cycle is also important to provide proper pysical properties. At higher molding
pressures the material has higher density and more filler is required. Not all carbon filled
PTFE is of the same quality.
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![PTFE - Etched]( "PTFE - Etched")
PTFE - Etched
Etched PTFE
PTFE is an amazing non-stick material, but what about when you need to glue it to the suface of another material ? In order to bond standard PTFE to another surface such as stainless steel, a process called "etching" is required. Typical applications would include the lining of chemical process tanks or other equipment used in caustic environments. When bonding is needed, sodium ammonia etching is usually the most economical answer. This process uses of a mixture of sodium and ammonia that is formulated to create a bondable surface both quickly and efficiently. Sodium/ammonia etching service complies with all applicable commercial, military & federal specifications for the surface treatment of all fluoropolymers including: PTFE, PFA, FEP, ETFE, PCTFE, PVDF, PVF, & ECTFE.
From microchips to full size rolls, fluoropolymers of any shape or complexity, including tape, sheet, tubing, molded shapes & machined parts of any configuration can be etched & bonded. This treatment can be accomplished on one or more surfaces, or selectively within close tolerances.
- Note: Etched surfaces will discolor to a brown appearance.
- May be Etched on One Side (EOS)(Standard) or Two Sides (E2S)
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![PTFE Glass Fabric]( "PTFE Glass Fabric")
PTFE Glass Fabric
Designed for a wide range of applications, Taconic TFE-GLASS™ Fabric is available in several grades to match specific performance requirements.
Taconic utilizes two PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) formulations: TEFLON® &
FLUON®. - These deliver classic PTFE high-perfomance characteristics, including:
Non-stick surface.
-100°F(-73°C) to 500°F(260°C) - Chemically inert.
High tensile strength.
Grades:
Premium Grade TFE-GLASS™ Fabric
Featuring an extra-heavy coating of PTFE, Taconic premium-grade TFE-GLASS™ fabric delivers a super-smooth surface, perfect for advanced applications, including:
- Release sheets for cooking and baking applications
- Laminate separator sheets
- Specialized heat sealing
- Demanding, non-stick applications
Standard Grade TFE-GLASS™ Fabric: -
With a smooth surface and superb non-stick properties, Taconic standard grade TFE-GLASS™ fabric serves the widest range of applications, including:
Release sheets on heat-sealing machines and laminate presses
Non-stick surfaces for paints, adhesives, and food products
Gaskets, seals and bearings for chemicals, oils and gases
Thermal insulation for high-temperature and chemical-resistant applications
Covers for hot plates, platens, chutes, hoppers, troughs and rolls
Mechanical Grade TFE-GLASS™ Fabric -
Designed to deliver resistance to high temperatures and chemicals, Taconic mechanical grade TFE-GLASS™ fabric utilizes a medium coating of PTFE.
Typical applications include: chemical-resistant laboratory aprons and protective curtains, for:
Bottle washers and paint spraying curtains
Food packaging
Acid protection
Economy Grade TFE-GLASS™ Fabrics:
Providing a light coat of PTFE, Taconic economy grade fabrics are designed for large volume applications which require cost efficiency, yet still need high performance.
Typical uses include:
Leaders for processing paper, plastics, metallic foils and cloth
Separator sheets for processing uncured rubber
The manufacture of abrasive wheels
Crease and Tear Resistant
TFE-GLASS™ Fabric:
Provides an unusually flexible material for use in applications which demand: high tear-strength and good flex-life.
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![PVC - Clear Rod & Bar]( "PVC - Clear Rod & Bar")
PVC - Clear Rod & Bar
CLEAR PVC ROD, BAR & PROFILES
Professional Plastics offers premium clear PVC materials extruded into rods, bars & profiles. Made from only the finest raw materials, which have been carefully evaluated to ensure consistency in the finished item. Our Clear PVC materials are listed by NSF International to Standard 61 as being safe for use in potable water applications.
Many unique and specialty items can be machined from transparent PVC shapes. Clear PVC shapes provide the reliable chemical resistance of standard PVC, and are also fully compatible with standard PVC products with regard to machining characteristics, solvent cementing and other joining methods. In addition to exhibiting desirable physical properties and optimum transparency, this material complies with the provisions of Title 21 of the FDA Code of Federal Regulations as being safe for use in food-contact applications.
Clear PVC machining shapes exhibit excellent chemical resistance to a wide variety of corrosives and aggressive reagents. Compatibility with service conditions should be investigated prior to use.
- Note: Maximum Diameter is 1.0" (25.4mm)
- Maximum Service Temperature: 140° F
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PVC Rod - White, Black & Colors
PVC Rod, Type I, White and Solid Colors -as manufactured by Gehr Plastics, offers the most economical solution when chemical resistance, self-extinguishing characteristics and good overall physical properties are required at continuous use temperatures under 155° degrees F. Geon compounds are extruded by Gehr, as well as Gehr's own PVC Type I compound. Geon PVC type I compound is an NSF approved material and UL Bulletin 94, VO rated, and is used for PVC profiles and rod extrusions from 1/4" through 6" diameter. PVC Type I rod is available through Professional Plastics.
Colors: Red, Black, White, Medium Dark Blue, Light Blue, Green, Purple, Orange, Yellow and Hot Pink in all standard diameters from 1/4" through 6" diameter.
Standard Lengths: 10 foot for 1/4" thru 2.00" (over 2.00" diameter is available only in 5' foot lengths)
- For shipping purposes, rods will be cut in-half to reduce freight costs. (unless otherwise specificied)
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PVC Sheets - Clear-Blue Tint
Clear PVC Sheets (Clear/Blue Tint) offers good impact and corrosion resistance and conforms to ASTM D1784, Class 12453B.
Clear PVC is highly recommended where visibility of a process or operation is essential and applications where the concentration of acids and alkalies are high.
Applications: - Acid tank covers - Booths - Closures - Viewing ports - Water treatment / air-purifying equipment - Liquor dispensing systems - Machining Process Tanks - Scientific apparatus
- Available in Clear with Blue Tint (as shown on this page) OR Optically Clear (click here)
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PVC Sheets - COLORS - Rigid
PVC Sheet - Colors - Type 1 Solid
PVC is the most widely used member of the vinyl family. Common applications include chemical processing tanks, valves, fittings & piping systems. PVC Sheets, Rods & Tubes offer excellent corrosion and weather resistance. It has a high strength-to-weight ratio and is a good electrical and thermal insulator. PVC is also self-extinguishing per UL flammability tests. PVC may be used to temperatures of 140°F (60°C). Available in sheets, rods, and tubing.
- For improved impact strength, consider Type 2 PVC.
- For Higher Termperature Performance, consider CPVC.
Application Areas:
- Chemical processing
- Semiconductor processing equipment
- Pollution control equipment
- Machined and fabricated parts
- Etching and plating tanks
- Scrubbers, hoods, ducts and other protective equipment
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![PVC Shrink Tubing HS105]( "PVC Shrink Tubing HS105")
PVC Shrink Tubing HS105
PVC HEAT SHRINKABLE TUBING HS-105
- Applications requiring smooth, tight-fitting, aesthetic coverings, especially for products with irregular shapes
- Protecting products - outdoors and indoors - from UV light, fading, harsh chemicals, chlorinated cleansers, moisture, salt water, fungus, dirt, abrasion and splintering
- Providing "crystal clear" see-through protection that will not become cloudy, yellow or crack over time
- The preferred choice for use with PVC wire and cable
- Insulation and strain relief of wire harnesses, terminals and wire splices
- Applications requiring outstanding dielectric and mechanical protection without damage to enclosed or adjacent components or underlying material
- Identifying and color coding wires, cables, piping, machinery, parts, etc.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Lead free and RoHS compliant
- UL Subject 224 VW-1
- CSA OFT rated for 600 V
- ASTM D 3150
- SAE-AMS-DTL-23053/2 Class 2
TECHNICAL DATA:
- Shrink Ratio: 2:1
- Minimum Recommended Shrink Temperature: 100°C (212°F)
- Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to 105°C
- Longitudinal Shrinkage: Approximately 15%
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![Radel® R-5500 - PPSU Rod & Sheet]( "Radel® R-5500 - PPSU Rod & Sheet")
Radel® R-5500 - PPSU Rod & Sheet
Radel® R-5500 polyphenylsulfone (PPSU) is an amorphous high performance thermoplastic offering better impact resistance and chemical resistance than polysulfone and polyetherimide (Ultem* PEI). Radel R has virtually unlimited steam sterilizability. This factor makes it an excellent choice for medical devices as steam autoclaves are widely used to sterilize medical devices. Radel R is stocked in natural (bone white) and available in transparent and custom colors. It is commonly used in sterilization trays, dental and surgical instrument handles, and in fluid handling coupling and fitting applications. It is suitable for use in electronic assembly equipment and devices that must withstand solder temperatures. Radel has a heat deflection temperature of 405°F (207°C).
Applications:
- Medical Wands: - Radel rod is intricately machined into smooth, comfortable handles used as structural components in medical applications. These handles offer superior impact resistance and autoclavability. (Prior material: Stainless Steel)
- Endoscopic Probe Positioning Ferrule - For endoscopic surgical devices, a positioning ferrule on the instrument handle is intricately machined from Radel R rod. (Prior material: Stainless Steel)
- Biocompatible Medical Applications, such as insulin pens, blood glucometers, tubing, sterilization trays, and cauterization devices.
- End caps and other small components for filtering equipment used in the pharmaceutical, electronics and food industries. (Prior materials: Stainless steel, Ultem* PEI)
Engineering Notes:
Although Radel R has been approved for use in a variety of medical devices, it is not USDA compliant and so it is not appropriate for food contact applications.
- Radel is not a wear material, and its properties degrade when exposed to sunlight.
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![SciCron® AGM-700™ Anti-Glare/Anti-Microbial]( "SciCron® AGM-700™ Anti-Glare/Anti-Microbial")
SciCron® AGM-700™ Anti-Glare/Anti-Microbial
SciCron® AGM-700™ Anti-Glare/Anti-Microbial and AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear are scientifically proven antimicrobial technology that will provide lasting and effective protection against harmful bacteria, mold, fungi and viruses by up to 99.99%. Articles within hygiene-critical environments are known to harbor pathogenic bacteria and other microbes for extended periods of time; the H1N1 genome, in particular, is reported to survive on surfaces for up to 24 hours. This combined with the increased prevalence of antibiotic resistance and reports that cleaning agents are having a reduced effect on microbial colonization.
AGM-700™ Anti-Glare/Anti-Microbial and AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear are hydrophobic, easy to clean, cost effective, robust, hard coatings with very good antimicrobial properties. The coatings are designed for barrier surfaces and high touch applications, but it can be used where antimicrobial properties are needed on most plastic surfaces.
- Suitable for coating on Acrylic Sheets, Polycarbonate Sheets and Fabricated Plastic Parts
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![SciCron® AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear]( "SciCron® AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear")
SciCron® AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear
SciCron® AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear are scientifically proven antimicrobial technology that will provide lasting and effective protection against harmful bacteria, mold, fungi and viruses by up to 99.99%. Articles within hygiene-critical environments are known to harbor pathogenic bacteria and other microbes for extended periods of time; the H1N1 genome, in particular, is reported to survive on surfaces for up to 24 hours. This combined with the increased prevalence of antibiotic resistance and reports that cleaning agents are having a reduced effect on microbial colonization.
AMC-800™ Anti-Microbial Clear is hydrophobic, easy to clean, cost effective, robust, hard coatings with very good antimicrobial properties. The coatings are designed for barrier surfaces and high touch applications, but it can be used where antimicrobial properties are needed on most plastic surfaces.
- Suitable for coating on Acrylic Sheets, Polycarbonate Sheets and Fabricated Plastic Parts
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![Spiral Cut Tubing - cable wrap]( "Spiral Cut Tubing - cable wrap")
Spiral Cut Tubing - cable wrap
Spiral cut tubing is available from Professional Plastics. This plastic tubing is spirally cut to create an expandable cable harness. It is available in a wide variety of materials and sizes.
- Polyethylene Spiral Cut Tubing - Ideal for general applications, this lowcost material is highly abrasion resistant and is not affected by most solvents. Also available in Ultraviolet Resistant Black (for outdoor use), and many colors.
- Fire-Resistant Polyethylene Spiral Cut Tubing - Suitable for applications requiring a self-extinguishing material that costs less than Nylon or TFE.
- Nylon Spiral Cut Tubing - Nylon is self-extinguishing and does not produce any toxic or irritating byproducts, even when exposed to an open flame or excessive operating temperatures. Recommended for use in enclosed environments where the possibility of fire exists, this material is also lightweight, highly abrasion-resistant and operates over a wide temperature range. Also available in Black for outdoor use.
- TFE Teflon Spiral Cut Tubing - features the widest operating temperature range of any material and can be used from -450° F to +500° F. Chemically inert and non-flammable, it is also available in black and a wide selection of colors.
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![Sustarin® C MDT - detectable acetal]( "Sustarin® C MDT - detectable acetal")
Sustarin® C MDT - detectable acetal
SUSTARIN® C MDT - metal detectable acetal for the food & packaging industries.
Finally, an engineering plastic is available that provides all of the physical
properties of acetal, can be sensed by metal detectors and best of all it is FDA
compliant.
SUSTARIN® C MDT is a solution to many food processing and packaging applications. Most of the food products that we consume every day come into contact with different machines during the
manufacturing and packaging processes. If just a small part or component from
any one of those machines finds its way into the food there can be serious health
risks.
SUSTARIN® C MDT has special additives that allow it to be traced by standard
metal detectors and removed before causing further contamination. Quality
assurance engineers at some of the largest food processing manufacturers in the
country have already tested this product and found it to be highly effective.
The important mechanical, thermal and chemical resistance properties remain
unchanged in comparison to standard acetal. This engineering plastic is easily
machined and has excellent dimensional stability for close tolerance parts.
SUSTARIN® C MDT complies with FDA regulations concerning direct contact
with food and is offered in rods from 1/4" to 8" diameter and sheets from 3/8" to
4" thick in a brilliant blue color.
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Sustarin® C Medical Grade Acetal Colors
Sustarin® C Medical Grade Acetal Rods and Sheets from Rochling and Professional Plastics.
Sustarin C MG is easy to machine to close tolerances and is very dimensionally stable. The material has excellent wear properties and low coefficient of friction. This medical grade acetal is ASTM D6100, FDA 21 CFR 177.2470 , USP Class VI & ISO 10993-5 certified
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Techtron® PPS
Techtron® PPS Sheets, Rods and Tubes offer the broadest resistance to chemicals of any advanced engineering plastic. They have no known solvents below 392°F (200°C) and are inert to steam, strong bases, fuels and acids. Minimal moisture absorption and a very low coefficient of linear thermal expansion, combined with stress-relieving manufacturing, make PPS ideally suited for precise tolerance machined components. Techtron® PPS is ideal for structural applications in corrosive environments or as a replacement PEEK components operating at temperatures below 425° F.
- Techtron® PPS Tubes are stocked in our USA, Singapore & Taiwan Warehouses - Request A Quote Now
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Tivar® Ceram P®
Tivar® Ceram P® -
For high load, high speed and severe sliding abrasion applications, TIVAR® Ceram P® should be THE material of choice. Its high tensile strength and wear resistance have been successful in the lumber, paper, steel and agricultural industries. Composed of virgin polymer and premium additives, TIVAR® Ceram P® is a shatter-resistant alternative to sintered ceramics, reducing parts wear and machine maintenance downtime.
Easily recognizable by the lime-green color, TIVAR® Ceram P® is available in 48" x 120" sheets with gauge sizes ranging from 1/16" to 2". It is also available in gauge sizes 3/4" to 3" in 20' lengths.
- TIVAR® Ceram P® does NOT meet FDA or USDA guidelines for food handling/processing.
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![Tivar® H.O.T.]( "Tivar® H.O.T.")
Tivar® H.O.T.
Tivar® H.O.T. (High Operating Temperature) is formulated to maintain key performance properties in an extended temperature range, Tivar® H.O.T.* will excel in a variety of industrial manufacturing environments where temperatures range up to 275° F, nearly 100° higher than competing UHMW-PE formulations. Tivar® H.O.T. reduces the oxidization rate of the material at higher temperatures thereby slowing material degradation and extending wear-life in chemical, elevated temperature and thermo-cycling environments.
- In many applications, Tivar® H.O.T. will last up to 10 times longer in higher temperature environments & has excellent wear & release characteristics
TIivar® H.O.T. is also a great material for use in conveyor systems or other equipment that is frequently exposed to chemical washdowns in such industries as poultry/meat processing and packaging. It can be also be used in applications ranging from wearstrips for spiral conveyors in the baking industry to drag conveyor flights for moving bulk materials (corn) in grain elevators, or wearstrips for conveyor dryers in drying and dehydrating systems.
TIivar® H.O.T. is Brite White and available in the following standard sizes: 48" x 120" (1220mm x 3050mm) sheets with gauges ranging from 1/16" (1.5mm) to 6.0" (152mm) and 48" x 240" sheets with gauges ranging from 3/4" to 3". Other sizes are available on request. It can also be extruded in a variety of standard and custom profiles. Extruded Rods sizes typically have a Minimum Order Quantity. Contact customer service to inquire about current availability.
- Thickness Tolerance: +/-10%
- Extruded Rods have a Minimum Order Quantity based on Diameter, & 6-8 Week Lead-Time.
- Contact customer service to inquire about current availability.
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![Tivar® HPV]( "Tivar® HPV")
Tivar® HPV
Tivar HPV for wear components that are subject to challenging production environments including high speeds, high temperatures, high loads and aggressive cleaning agents. Tivar HPV is an ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMW-PE) that is Food-Contact compliant and available as semi-finished material and custom-machined parts. The material is suitable for all touch points in a conveyor system where friction and wear appears, such as chain guides, sliding strips and guides, rollers, single and multiple corner wear bends and straight guides. Longer productive cycles between maintenance, shorter downtimes and your systems run
smoothly with less interruption. The time required for failure analysis and installation of
replacement parts is reduced, the safety and return on your investment improves.
Tivar HPV offers better wear-resistance than Tivar 1000 with near zero level of "slip stick". The elimination of slip-stick mostly associated with chatter and/or squeaking, provides an extraordinary amount of motion control for high-precision applications.
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![Turcite® B Slydway Sheet]( "Turcite® B Slydway Sheet")
Turcite® B Slydway Sheet
Turcite® B Slydway - Linear Bearing Material - Turcite is PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) resins with added fillers such as bronze, that are extruded into solid billets as opposed to compression molding. Billets are then skived to a nominal thickness in 24" wide rolls, with lengths varying depending on thickness. One side or both sides are etched depending on application to accept the adhesive. Turcite® B is a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) based bearing material with low friction for machine tool industry linear bearing applications.
- Special Pricing Now Available for .080" Thickness - Currently Overstocked - Buy Online Now
- Turcite B comes in 12" and 24" wide rolls, or custom cut to your specifications.
- Rolls up to 60 feet long are available upon request (lead-time may apply)
- Bond Turcite® B to steel surfaces with Waylock® Adhesive
Testing has shown that PTFE based compounds are resistant to virtually all media, cutting fluids and slideway oils. Additionally, these compounds feature outstanding wear resistance and friction characteristics. Head-to-head material testing has shown that Turcite B outperforms key competitive materials for low friction. Turcite B was developed to meet the needs of machine tool manufacturers looking to improve machine tool efficiencies through low friction material technology and reduce stick-slip effect in machine transitions while still maintaining positioning accuracy and vibration damping.
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UHMW Film / Strip - Skived Rolls
UHMW Polyethylene Film has extremely high abrasion resistance, exceeding the abrasion resistance of steel. Coupled with broad chemical resistance and low coefficient of friction makes UHMW an extremely versatile engineering material for many severe service applications. Slippery like Teflon® Fluoropolymer, but super abrasion & wear resistant. UHMW Polymers have a molecular weight average 10 times that of conventional high density polyethylene resins. Higher molecular weight gives UHMW Polymers its unique combination of characteristics Applications: Inner and outer surfaces for potable water, chemical, fuel and hydraulic hoses, bottom surfaces for skis and snow boards, linings for chutes to decrease friction and wear. Automotive weather stripping.
- Also available with adhesive, see UHMW Pressure Sensitive Tape
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