Thermoplastic Selection & Application Guide
| Selection and Application Guide | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Specification | Color | Major Application Requirements | Typical Use |
| Nylon | L-P-410(a) ASTM D 4066 |
Natural, Black | FDA Approved. High wear and abrasion resistance. Good electrical insulating properties, low coefficient of friction, alkali, and organic chemical resistance. Good machinability. | Bearings, seals, wear surfaces, rollers, gears, fasteners, insulators, valve seals, sleeves, liners |
| Nylatron | ASTM D 4066 | Grey, Black | Excellent wear resistance, low surface friction, and self lubricating. Excellent impact resistance, corrosion resistance, high PV rating | Bearings, bushings, washers, seals, gears, wheels, sleeves, wear plates, guides, cams, rubbing blocks, slide bearings |
| Acetal | ASTM D 4181 | Natural, Black | High modules of elasticity, high strength, stiffness, low coefficient of friction, abrasion and impact resistance, low moisture absorption, FDA approved, excellent machinability | Bearings, gears, electrical insulators, anti-friction parts |
| Delrin® | ASTM D 4181 | Natural, Black | High modules of elasticity, high strength, stiffness, low coefficient of friction, abrasion and impact resistance, low moisture absorption, FDA approved, excellent machinability | Bearings, gears, electrical insulators, anti-friction parts |
| Teflon® | MIL-P-22241 MIL-P-19468 |
White | Non-flammable, high dielectric strength, excellent chemical and heat resistance, very low friction coefficient, low moisture absorption, FDA approved. | Valve components, gaskets, seal rings, insulators, bearings, seals, bushings, rollers, terminals, pump components |
| UHMW | L-P-392 | White | Excellent abrasion resistance, high impact resistance, low coefficient of friction, very low moisture absorption, FDA approved, excellent chemical and corrosion resistance | Wear strips, chain guides, bearings, sprockets, gears, rollers, liners, guide rails, impact surfaces |
| Torlon® | ASTM D 7292 | Natural | Superior resistance to high temperature, high impact strength, excellent dimensional stability, chemical resistance, superior electrical insulation, excellent radiation resistance. | Gears, bushings, bearings, seals, wear parts, electrical components, electronic applications |
Selection & Application Guide - Thermoplastics
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