Proper material selection is a critical factor in optimizing the functionality and quality of your finished product.
Our dedicated staff will take all options into consideration and provide assistance in choosing the right material for your application.
Material | Appearance of material | Key features and benefits of material |
Acetal | Opaque/may be colored. | Tough material, superior abrasion resistance, contains internal lubricant. |
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | Opaque/may be colored. | Tough material, high formability, high gloss finish, still material, high impact strength, good low temp properties, good chemical resistance, flame retardant. |
Polyethylene | Opaque/may be colored. | Moderate stiffness, stress crack resistance, excellent electrical properties, good chemical resistance, abrasion resistant, cost effective. |
Thermoplastic Elastomers | Opaque/may be colored. | Molded flexible parts. |
Polyesters | Opaque/may be colored. | Tough material, superior abrasion resistance, contains internal lubricant. |
Polycarbonate | Transparent/may be colored. | UV grade, FDA grade, high impact strength, good electrical properties, good dimensional stability, high rigidity, excellent clarity, good surface gloss. |
Polyphenylenes | Opaque/may be colored. | High heat resistance, dimensional stability. |
Polystyrene | Clear, transparent tints or translucent to opaque colors. May be colored. | Good stiffness, cost effective, high impact strength, excellent printability. |
Acrylics | Clear, transparent tints or translucent to opaque colors. May be colored. | Good chemical resistance, good contact clarity, impact modified, excellent toughness grade, good exterior properties. |
Cellulosics | Clear, transparent tints or translucent to opaque colors. May be colored. | Strength, clarity, chemical resistance. |
Polyphthalamide | Opaque/may be colored. | Exceptional strength and modulus, flame retardant, high dielectric strength, good chemical resistance, excellent machinability. |
Thermoplastic Copolyesters | Clear, transparent, may be colored. | Strength, clarity, chemical resistance. |
Fillers, Reinforcements, Additives, Colorants | Various. | Enhancements to plastic resins. |
Polypropylene | Opaque/may be colored. | Excellent impact resistance, excellent toughness, flame retardant, low water absorption. |
Nylon | Opaque/may be colored. | High mechanical strength, rigidity, good stability under heat, chemical resistant. |