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Natural Acetal Rod
Our Natural Acetal Rod is a high-performance engineering plastic renowned for its exceptional stiffness, tensile strength, and surface hardness. This versatile material is particularly resistant to hydrolysis and thermal-oxidative degradation, making it suitable for a range of applications, including food-contact environments.
Key Features
- Excellent Machinability: Acetal Rod is easier to machine than most nylon materials, allowing for precise and efficient fabrication.
- Low Moisture Absorption: This rod exhibits minimal moisture uptake, ensuring dimensional stability even in humid conditions.
- Food Compliant: Our Acetal Rod is safe for food applications, meeting industry standards for hygiene and safety.
- High Stiffness: With superior strength properties, it can withstand demanding mechanical loads.
- Versatile Sizes: Available in a wide range of diameters from 5mm to 250mm and lengths from 100mm to 3000mm, catering to diverse project needs.
Applications
- Seals: Ideal for manufacturing robust seals that require durability and resistance to wear.
- Gears: Utilised in gear production due to its high strength and low friction properties.
- Medical Instruments: Commonly used in handles for medical devices, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Bearings: Suitable for various bearing applications where low friction is essential.
- Marine Components: Effective in marine environments due to its resistance to moisture and chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acetal easy to machine?
Yes, Acetal Rod is one of the easiest engineering plastics to machine, producing minimal swarf and allowing for a superior finish.
Does Acetal Rod require less de-burring?
Indeed, Acetal Rod typically has fewer burrs after machining, reducing the need for time-consuming de-burring processes.
Is Acetal suitable for CNC machines?
Absolutely, Acetal Rod is highly compatible with CNC machining, facilitating efficient production of finished parts.
What is the moisture absorption of Acetal Rod?
Acetal Rod absorbs very little moisture, maintaining its dimensions and tolerances even in damp environments.
Is Acetal Rod suitable for food applications?
Yes, it is food safe, making it an excellent choice for components in food handling and processing.
How slippery is Acetal Rod?
Acetal Rod has low friction characteristics, making it ideal for applications requiring smooth movement of components.
What colours does Acetal Rod come in?
Our Acetal Rod is primarily available in Natural/White and Black, with additional options such as Blue for specific applications.
What sizes do you offer for Acetal Rod?
We supply Acetal Rod in diameters ranging from 5mm to 250mm and lengths from 100mm to 3000mm, providing flexibility for various projects.