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Filter our engineering polymers by performance, compliance, and process.

18 Materials

of 18 total
Styrenic

ABS

$

Tough, impact-resistant general purpose

80°C max
Opaque
Chem moderate
Indoor only
Injection MoldingExtrusionCNC Machining

Typical uses: Enclosures · Appliance housings · Automotive interior trim

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Engineering

Polycarbonate (PC)

$$

Optical-clear, impact-resistant

120°C max
Transparent
Chem low
Indoor only
FDAFlame ratedInjection MoldingExtrusionThermoforming

Typical uses: Safety guards · Medical housings · Light covers · Display panels

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Acrylic

Acrylic (PMMA)

$

Glass-clear, weather-resistant

80°C max
Transparent
Chem moderate
UV stable
FDAExtrusionThermoformingCNC Machining

Typical uses: Retail displays · Signage · Lenses · Skylights

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Polyolefin

HDPE

$

Chemical-resistant commodity workhorse

90°C max
Opaque
Chem excellent
Indoor only
FDAInjection MoldingExtrusionCNC Machining

Typical uses: Tanks · Bottles · Cutting boards · Pipe

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Polyolefin

Polypropylene (PP)

$

Lightweight, fatigue-resistant

100°C max
Translucent
Chem excellent
Indoor only
FDAInjection MoldingExtrusionThermoforming

Typical uses: Living hinges · Lab labware · Bumpers · Battery cases

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Polyester

PETG

$

Clear, formable, food-safe

70°C max
Transparent
Chem moderate
UV stable
FDAExtrusionThermoformingCNC Machining

Typical uses: Clamshell packaging · Medical trays · POP displays

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Polyamide

Nylon 6 (PA6)

$$

Wear-resistant, tough engineering grade

120°C max
Opaque
Chem moderate
Indoor only
FDAInjection MoldingExtrusionCNC Machining

Typical uses: Gears · Bushings · Cable ties · Wear strips

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Polyamide (Filled)

Glass-Filled Nylon (PA6-GF30)

$$

Stiffened nylon for structural duty

140°C max
Opaque
Chem moderate
Indoor only
Injection MoldingCNC Machining

Typical uses: Structural brackets · Housings under load · Power tool bodies · Pump impellers

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Engineering Blend

PC-ABS Blend

$$

ABS toughness with PC heat & strength

110°C max
Opaque
Chem moderate
Indoor only
Flame ratedInjection MoldingCNC Machining

Typical uses: Automotive interior trim · Electronics housings · Power tool enclosures · Medical device shells

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Polyacetal

Acetal (POM / Delrin®)

$$

Dimensional stability, low friction

105°C max
Opaque
Chem high
Indoor only
FDAInjection MoldingCNC MachiningExtrusion

Typical uses: Precision gears · Bearings · Valve components · Conveyor parts

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Polyolefin

UHMW-PE

$$

Self-lubricating, abrasion-proof

80°C max
Opaque
Chem excellent
Indoor only
FDACNC MachiningExtrusion

Typical uses: Chain guides · Liners · Wear pads · Star wheels

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Fluoropolymer

PTFE (Teflon®)

$$$

Universal chemical & temp resistance

260°C max
Opaque
Chem excellent
UV stable
FDAFlame ratedCNC MachiningExtrusion

Typical uses: Seals & gaskets · Chemical-resistant linings · RF insulators

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Polyaryletherketone

PEEK

$$$$

High-temp, sterilizable, structural

250°C max
Opaque
Chem excellent
Indoor only
FDAFlame ratedInjection MoldingCNC MachiningExtrusion

Typical uses: Implantable devices · Aerospace brackets · Semicon wafer carriers

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Polyimide

Ultem® (PEI)

$$$

Flame-retardant high-perf engineering

170°C max
Translucent
Chem high
Indoor only
FDAFlame ratedInjection MoldingCNC Machining

Typical uses: Aircraft interiors (FAR 25.853) · Sterilizable trays · Connectors

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Vinyl

PVC

$

Cost-effective, weather-resistant

60°C max
Opaque
Chem high
UV stable
Flame ratedExtrusionInjection MoldingCNC Machining

Typical uses: Pipe & fittings · Window profiles · Wire jacketing

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Styrenic

HIPS

$

Inexpensive, easily fabricated

75°C max
Opaque
Chem low
Indoor only
FDAInjection MoldingThermoformingExtrusion

Typical uses: Disposable cutlery · Refrigerator liners · Display fixtures

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Thermoplastic Elastomer

TPU

$$

Rubber-like, abrasion-resistant

90°C max
Translucent
Chem high
UV stable
FDAInjection MoldingExtrusion

Typical uses: Seals & gaskets · Tubing · Phone cases · Wheels

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Composite

Fiberglass / FRP

$$

Structural composite, corrosion-proof

150°C max
Opaque
Chem excellent
UV stable
Flame ratedPultrusion

Typical uses: Ladders & platforms · Cable trays · Antennas · Tool handles

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