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Description
This blue acetal plastic rod is a high-performance engineering material designed for demanding applications where strength, dimensional stability and food safety are essential. With excellent machinability and a smooth, low-friction surface, it is ideal for producing precision components such as seals, gears, bearings and wear parts.
Available in a wide choice of diameters from 20mm up to 100mm and standard lengths from 500mm to 3000mm, this acetal rod offers low moisture absorption and good UV resistance, helping components maintain their shape and performance in both dry and humid environments. Commonly used in food processing equipment, conveyor systems and general engineering, it provides a reliable and durable alternative to metals.
Product Features
- Manufactured from blue acetal copolymer for high strength and excellent dimensional stability.
- Food-safe material suitable for use in many food-contact and hygienic processing applications.
- Low moisture absorption to minimise swelling, warping and loss of tolerance in humid or wash-down environments.
- Good UV resistance to help maintain performance and appearance in outdoor or high-light conditions.
- Range of diameters from 20mm up to 100mm to suit small precision parts through to larger structural components.
- Standard lengths including 500mm, 1000mm, 1500mm and 3000mm for flexible cutting and machining options.
- Excellent machining characteristics for turning, milling, drilling and threading using standard workshop equipment.
Key Features and Benefits
- High mechanical strength and stiffness provide a robust alternative to metal components while reducing overall weight.
- Low friction, good wear resistance and low stick-slip behaviour make it ideal for moving parts such as gears, guides and bearings.
- Low water absorption helps parts maintain tight tolerances and smooth operation in damp, chilled or wash-down areas.
- Food-safe blue material aids visual detection and compliance in food, beverage and pharmaceutical environments.
- UV resistance and good fatigue performance support long service life in both indoor and sheltered outdoor use.
- Easy to machine and fabricate, helping reduce production time, tooling wear and overall manufacturing costs.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Acetal copolymer (POM-C), blue, food-safe grade |
| Available diameters | From 20mm up to 100mm (including 20mm, 25mm and additional intermediate sizes) |
| Available lengths | 500mm, 1000mm, 1500mm, 3000mm (and additional standard options) |
| Colour | Blue (solid, non-translucent) |
| Key properties | High strength, low friction, low moisture absorption, UV resistant |
| Typical applications | Seals, gears, bearings, bushes, rollers, wear strips and precision machined parts |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This blue acetal plastic rod is suited to a wide variety of engineering and processing environments where clean operation, reliability and dimensional stability are required.
- Food and beverage processing equipment, guides, scrapers and machine components.
- Machined gears, sprockets, pulleys and drive components in conveyor and handling systems.
- Bearings, bushes, rollers and wear strips for low-friction, low-maintenance motion control.
- Precision seals, spacers, manifolds and custom components in general engineering.
- Pharmaceutical, packaging and printing machinery where clean, low-wear plastics are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this blue acetal rod suitable for direct food contact applications?
Yes, the rod is manufactured from a food-safe grade of acetal copolymer, making it suitable for many direct and indirect food contact applications when correctly processed and used in line with relevant regulations. Always confirm suitability against your specific process and hygiene requirements.
Can the acetal rod be easily machined into complex components?
Yes, acetal machines very well using conventional metalworking tools and techniques. It can be turned, milled, drilled and threaded with good chip formation and minimal tool wear, making it ideal for producing detailed, close-tolerance parts.
How does low moisture absorption benefit components made from this material?
The low moisture absorption of acetal means that parts take up very little water, so they are far less prone to swelling, warping or dimensional changes. This helps maintain tight tolerances, smooth running and consistent performance, especially in humid, chilled or wash-down environments.