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Description
This black acetal plastic rod is a high-performance engineering material manufactured from polyoxymethylene (POM) copolymer. It offers excellent strength, stiffness and dimensional stability, making it ideal for precision-machined components where metal replacement, low friction and long service life are essential.
Supplied in a wide choice of diameters from 6 mm up to 90 mm and standard lengths from 500 mm to 3000 mm, these rods are suitable for CNC machining, turning and milling. The material is food compliant and UV resistant, allowing for reliable use in food processing, mechanical, automotive and outdoor applications.
Product Features
- Black acetal (POM-C) copolymer rod with excellent mechanical strength and rigidity.
- Available diameters from 6 mm up to 90 mm to suit a wide range of machined parts.
- Standard lengths including 500 mm, 1000 mm, 1500 mm and 3000 mm for flexible cutting and minimal waste.
- Food compliant material suitable for contact with food and beverage products where approved.
- UV resistant black formulation for improved performance in outdoor or high-light environments.
- Optimised for CNC machining, turning, milling and drilling with good chip formation.
- Low-friction, low-moisture-absorption engineering plastic for stable performance and tight tolerances.
Key Features and Benefits
- High strength and stiffness: Provides metal-like performance in many load-bearing components while offering weight savings and easier handling.
- Excellent machinability: Machines cleanly on CNC and manual equipment, helping achieve precise tolerances and fine surface finishes with reduced tool wear.
- Dimensional stability: Low moisture absorption and good creep resistance help maintain component accuracy over time and in changing environments.
- Food contact suitable: Appropriate for use in food processing equipment, guides and components where food-compliant plastics are required.
- UV resistant black grade: Enhanced resistance to sunlight and outdoor exposure compared with unpigmented grades, extending service life in external applications.
- Versatile sizing options: Multiple diameters and lengths reduce offcut waste and allow you to choose the most economical stock size for your job.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Acetal (polyoxymethylene) copolymer, black |
| Available diameters | From 6 mm up to 90 mm (nominal) |
| Standard lengths | 500 mm, 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 3000 mm (and other selected options) |
| Colour | Black, UV resistant |
| Food compliance | Manufactured from food contact compliant POM-C grade (check certification for specific regulations) |
| Typical service temperature | Approximately -40 °C to +100 °C (application dependent) |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This black acetal copolymer rod is suitable for a wide variety of industrial, mechanical and food-related applications where strength, stability and machinability are critical.
- Precision machined components such as gears, bushes, bearings and rollers.
- Food processing equipment parts, conveyor guides, wear strips and star wheels.
- Mechanical engineering components, jigs, fixtures and tooling blocks.
- Automotive and machinery parts where low friction and good wear resistance are required.
- Outdoor or UV-exposed components, housings and structural spacers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this black acetal rod suitable for direct contact with food?
Yes, the rod is produced from a food compliant acetal copolymer grade. However, you should always verify that the specific certificate and regulatory approvals meet the requirements for your intended application and region.
Can I machine this acetal rod on standard CNC equipment?
Yes, acetal copolymer is well suited to CNC machining, turning and milling using standard tooling for engineering plastics. It machines cleanly with good chip breakage; for best results, use sharp tools, moderate cutting speeds and adequate workpiece support.
Is the black acetal rod suitable for outdoor use and UV exposure?
The black formulation offers improved resistance to UV light compared with natural acetal, making it suitable for many outdoor applications. As with any plastic, very long-term exposure and high temperatures should be assessed for your specific design and environment.