Nylon's toughness, low coefficient of friction and good abrasion resistance make it an ideal replacement for a wide variety of materials from metal to rubber. It weighs only 1/7 as much as bronze. Using nylon reduces lubrication requirements, eliminates galling, corrosion and pilferage problems, and improves wear resistance and sound dampening characteristics. Nylon has a proven record of outstanding service in a multitude of parts for such diverse fields as paper, textiles, electronics, construction, mining, metalworking, aircraft, food and material handling. Nylon is easily fabricated into precision parts using standard metalworking equipment. Its good property profile combined with a broad size range availability have made the material very popular  A variety of extruded and cast nylon grades are available to match specific application demands. Nylon 6/6 grades are extruded and available in the following cross sections: rod, tubing and plate. Nylon 6 products are cast  It is typically supplied in rod, plate, tubular bar or custom shapes including near net castings. Available in Rod & Sheet in various sizes please check with your nearest store for stock sizes.

ACETAL

Acetal provides high strength and stiffness coupled with enhanced dimensional stability and ease of machining. As a semi-crystalline material, acetal is also characterized by a low coefficient of friction and good wear properties -- especially in wet environments. Because acetal absorbs minimal amounts of moisture, its physical properties remain constant in a variety of environments. Low moisture absorption results in excellent dimensional stability for close-tolerance machined parts. In high moisture or submerged applications, acetal bearings outperform nylon 4 to 1. Acetal is ideally suited for close tolerance mechanical parts and electrical insulators which require strength and stiffness. It also offers resistance to a wide range of chemicals including many solvents. Available in Rod & Sheet in various sizes please check with your nearest store for stock sizes.

HIGH DENSITY POLYETHYLENE

IPP's high density polyethylene (HDPE) is used in a variety of applications and industries where excellent impact resistance, high tensile strength, low moisture absorption and chemical- and corrosion-resistance properties are required. Available in Sheet in various sizes please check with your nearest store for stock sizes.

LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE
Low density polyethylene (LDPE) is an integral part of Quadrant's polyolefin product line. LDPE is more flexible than HDPE, which makes it a good choice for prosthetic devices, most of which are either drape formed or vacuum formed.  Its impact resistance makes it a natural for impact pads, while its easy machinability makes it a good choice for fabricated parts where chemical and corrosion resistance is demanded. LDPE is stress relieved and a "natural" color. Available in  Sheet in various sizes please check with your nearest store for stock sizes.

PCV

For common applications in the liquid containment arena — ones that just need a dependable blue-collar material — PVC is the way to go. PVC sheet from Quadrant is a good, economical alternative to higher priced materials. Its weldability and compatibility with Type I PVC pipe saves time and money since the PVC-formed container can be directly welded to the PVC pipe, eliminating flanges or other connectors. Available in Rod & Sheet in various sizes please check with your nearest store for stock sizes.

SANALITE

Sanalite®­ is a premium cutting board material with a surface that is easy on cutting blades. Sanalite­ is used in a wide array of applications — from home use to commercial food preparation and some of the largest food packing plants.

POLYURETHANE

Polyurethane Sheet can stand up to some of the most demanding applications from aggregate chute liners to shock pads. Polyurethane sheet is available in a wide variety of size, hardness and colours in both open and precision cast forms.

• Cost Effective
• Shock Resistant
• Good Weatherability
• Will not rust of corrode
• Impact & Abrasion Resistant
• Stock and Custom Size
• Variety of Hardness and Formulations

PTFE

Due to its low friction, it is used for applications where sliding action of parts is needed: bearings, bushings, gears, slide plates, etc. Because of its chemical inertness, PTFE cannot be cross-linked like an elastomer. Therefore it has no "memory," and is subject to creep (also known as "cold flow" and "compression set"). This can be both good and bad. A little bit of creep allows PTFE seals to conform to mating surfaces better than most other plastic seals. Too much creep, however, and the seal is compromised. Compounding fillers control unwanted creep, as well as to improve wear, friction, and other properties. Sometimes metal springs apply continuous force to PTFE seals to give good contact, while permitting some creep.