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Plastic Rods

Plastic rods are long, cylindrical bars of plastic that offer versatile applications in a range of commercial and industrial engineering applications. These bars are frequently used for machining in various facilities. A plastic rod can be made of a variety of plastic materials, where the most common plastics include nylon, acrylic, PTFE (Teflon), PVC, polycarbonate, ABS, UHMW, and HDPE, among others. These industrial plastic rods are typically produced via an extrusion– process where melted plastic is pushed through a die in the shape of a rod. Plastic rods come in different colours, shapes, materials, lengths, diameters, and tensile strengths. Additionally, these engineering plastic rods come in several types, each with varied specifications and properties for different applications. 

Unmatched Benefits of Plastic Rods

Plastic rods are integral to various industrial applications, offering numerous benefits, including: 

  • Lightweight and Flexible: Plastic rods are generally lighter and more flexible than metals, making them easier to transport and handle in applications that require some bend or give.
  • Corrosion, UV, and Chemical Resistance: Plastic rods are non-corrosive, chemical- and UV-resistant and can last longer when exposed to sunlight for prolonged periods.
  • Electrical Insulation: Plastics are natural insulators, making plastic rods ideal for applications where electrical conductivity is a concern.
  • Economical and Durable: Plastic rods are more cost-effective, durable, and can withstand impacts without deforming or breaking.
  • Machinable and Transparent: Plastics can be easily machined, cut, drilled, or welded, allowing customised applications. Many plastics like polycarbonate or acrylic are transparent, making them suitable for applications where visibility is crucial.
  • Aesthetics: Plastic rods can be manufactured in a variety of colours and finishes to suit specific design requirements.
  • Thermal Insulation: Plastics are generally poor conductors of heat, making them beneficial in applications where thermal isolation is needed.
  • Recyclable: Many plastics can be recycled, reducing the environmental footprint.

Popular Types of Plastic Rods

Plastic rods come in various types, each offering different characteristics that suit specific applications. Some of the most common plastic rod types include: 

  • Acrylic Rods: Often referred to as Plexiglas or Lucite, acrylic rods are transparent, have high optical clarity, and can be tinted or coloured. An acrylic rod resistant to UV light and weathering, making them suitable for outdoor and display applications.
  • Nylon Rods: Nylon rods are the most reliable and stable rods, which come in two forms, including Nylon 6 and Nylon 6/6. Nylon 6 offers good mechanical properties and is used in gears, bushings, and other wear-resistant components. The latter type provides better mechanical properties than Nylon 6 and is often used for industrial components. 
  • Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) Rods: This is a high-performance plastic with outstanding resistance to chemicals and high temperatures. PEEK rods are used in demanding applications like aerospace, medical implants, and the oil and gas industry.
  • Delrin Rods (Acetal Homopolymer): These rods are easy to machine with various prominent properties, including high strength, rigidity, toughness, low friction, excellent wear, and moisture resistance. They are used to produce gears, rollers, bushings, bearings, and other precision mechanical components.
  • PTFE Rods: Often known by its brand name, Teflon, PTFE rods have excellent chemical resistance and a wide operating temperature range. They have low friction and are used in seals, gaskets, and other applications that require sliding action. 
  • Polycarbonate Rods: These rods are known for their high-impact strength and clarity. They are almost unbreakable, making them ideal for durability and transparency applications.
  • Polystyrene Rods: These rods find applications in displays and some consumer goods. They are naturally transparent plastics but can be coloured.
  • Polyurethane Rods: PU rods are flexible, abrasion-resistant, and absorb shock. They are primarily found in industrial applications like gaskets, seals, and bumpers.
  • Acetal Rods: They are similar to Delrin rods but slightly differ in molecular structure. Acetal rods exhibit high strength, low friction, and good wear resistance. 

Typical Applications of Plastic Rods

Plastic rods are widely used in industrial and engineering applications for various purposes, including: 

  • Machined Parts: Many plastic rods are bought in bulk and then machined into specific components for industrial machinery.
  • Structural Support: Some plastic rods are used as support structures in various artistic and functional projects.
  • Electrical Applications: Certain plastics have insulating properties, making rods of those materials suitable for some electrical applications. 
  • Display and Signs: Transparent plastic rods, like those made of acrylic rods, can be used for creating displays, stands, and signs.
  • General Repairs: Plastic rods can replace or repair parts in various equipment or household items for certain applications.
  • Crafts and DIY Projects: Hobbyists and crafters often use plastic rods for various projects.

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Glass Filled Nylon 66 - GRP Sheet : Glass Renforced Plastic Environmental: Glass filled Nylon 66 is unaffected by ultra-violet light. Strong acids (pH>3) will cause dimensional change due to absorption. Strong alkalis (pH>11) have no affect. Hot water and chlorinated hydrocarbons produce signs of mild attack by absorption. High temperature static applications 30% glass filling reinforces stiffness Excellent dimensional stability Increased strength and performance in comparison to standard nylon 66 Black in colour
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Acetal Copolymer Low moisture absorption and good chemical resistance with excellent mechanical strength. Dimensionally stable, suitable for close tolerance components, bearings, bushes, gears, valves and valve seatings. White in colour Max Service Temp. 100°C Elongation 40% Tensile Strength 65 MPa Hardness (Rockwell-Shore D) M86 Rockwell Flammability Rating UL 94 HB Water Absorption 0.5% at saturation Standards DIN 50 014 Acetal Copolymer & Homopolymer Both materials are available in rod and sheet form, they are abrasion and impact resistant and exhibit good chemical resistance. They are easy to machine and have excellent self lubricating properties. Both are UV light resistant and can be welded.
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Acetal, Copolymer (POM). POM Sheet : Polyoxymethylene Has high strength and rigidity. The raw material granules used meet the requirements of FDA 21CFR 177.2470 for repeated food contact, this only applies to the colours the BLACK is NON-FDA compliant. The material is processed according to the granule suppliers guidelines. Applications: instrument handles, friction bearings/strips, insulators and seals etc.
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