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Description
Natural Acetal Sheet is a versatile engineering plastic known for its high stiffness and food compliance. Ideal for machining in food production and various industrial applications.
Material Properties
This Acetal Sheet is made from Polyoxymethylene Copolymer, offering superior stiffness, tensile strength, and surface hardness. It is more resistant to hydrolysis, strong alkalis, and thermal-oxidative degradation compared to other grades.
Machining Advantages
Acetal Sheet is one of the best engineering plastics for machining, as it chips rather than creating long swarf threads. It can be machined quickly with sharp tools, resulting in a high-quality finish with minimal operator input and fewer machining marks.
Moisture Resistance
This material absorbs very little moisture, which helps prevent distortion or expansion during machining and storage. Its low absorption makes it suitable for damp environments, particularly in marine applications.
Food Safety Compliance
The natural grade of Acetal Sheet is completely food contact safe, preventing bacterial growth and absorption. It is widely used in food preparation and production environments.
Low Friction Properties
Acetal Sheet is known for its low friction, allowing components to slide easily with minimal inertia. This feature is crucial for applications requiring smooth operation in delicate instruments.
Specifications
- Material: Polyoxymethylene Copolymer
- Food compliant
- High stiffness and tensile strength
- Good UV resistance in black
- Low moisture absorption
- Available in various sizes
Benefits
- High-quality finish with minimal machining marks
- Fast machining speeds reduce labor costs
- Durable and resistant to environmental factors
- Safe for food contact and non-toxic
Use Cases
- Seals
- Gears
- Marine
- Insulators
- Medical instrument handles
- Steam cleaning
- Bearings
- Impellers
FAQ
Q: Is Acetal Sheet suitable for CNC machines?
A: Yes, Acetal Sheet is an excellent choice for high-speed CNC automated machines.
Q: Does Acetal Sheet absorb moisture?
A: No, Acetal Sheet absorbs very little moisture, reducing the likelihood of distortion.
Q: Is Acetal Sheet safe for food use?
A: Yes, the natural grade of Acetal Sheet is food contact safe and resists bacterial growth.