Plastic Materials & Parts
Vespel® Plastic Parts
• Aircraft Engine Components
• Connectors
• Insulators
• Mechanical Seals
• Sealing Rings
• Sensor Housings Valve seat
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Pumps
• Semiconductor
Acetal Material & Parts
Machined Acetal parts are ideal for use in mechanical applications as gears, bushings and guides - all widely used within the automotive industry. The ability to withstand tight tolerances, great wear properties in various environments and serve as an insulator in electrical applications makes Acetal one of the most versatile machining plastics available
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Caps
• Gears
• Guides
• Insulators
• Nozzles
• Pads
• Plugs
• Rings
• Rollers & industrial wheels
• Supports
• Valve seats
• Washers
Acrylic Material & Parts
Acrylic is plymehyl methacrylate (PMMA), a synthetic polymer commonly known as Lucite® and Plexiglass®. A lightweight material, it is strong, shatter-resistant and transmits distortion-free light. In addition, acrylic offers good insulation, thermal properties and high machinability. It is a cost-effective substitute for glass and heavier plastic materials.
Acrylic is a commonly used material for:
• Cases
• Enclosures
Delrin® Parts
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Caps
• Gears
• Guides
• Nozzles
• Pads
• Plugs
• Rings
• Rollers & industrial wheels
• Spacers
• Supports
• Washers
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Food and beverage
Nylon Parts
• Bearings
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Caps
• Gears
• Guides
• Nozzles
• Pads
• Plugs
• Rings
• Rollers & industrial wheels
• Seals
• Sheaves
• Spacers
• Supports
• Washers
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Food and beverage
PCTFE Material & Parts
We are industry experts in delivering high-performing, custom machined PCTFE parts. A polychlorotrifluoroethylene (PCTFE) produced under the brand name Neoflon® is ideal for many electrical applications. Machined PCTFE parts resist most chemicals, does not absorb moisture, and offers zero flammability. Machined PCTFE is widely used in packaging films, as well as a variety of gaskets, seals, bearings, and valves.
PCTFE is the abbreviation for PolyChloroTriFluoroEthylene and is a fluorocarbon-based polymer. In addition to this, PCTFE features a near zero moisture absorption as well as good chemical resistance. MK Manufacturing offers a specific PCTFE called Neoflon® PCTFE. Neoflon® PCTFE is a high performance thermoplastic that has high compressive strength.
Mechanical properties
• Stress-crack resistance
• High mechanical strength and low shrinkage rate at low temperatures providing excellent stability for valve seats.
• Excellent stability at low temperatures
• Good machining properties
• Excellent chemical resistance to all inorganic corrosive liquids
• Practically zero moisture absorption
• Excellent electrical properties maintained in high humidity conditions
• Maximum temperature for continuous use: 248 F (120 C)
• Melting point: Approx. 410 F
• These characteristics are maintained over a working range of -400 deg. F to +248 deg. F (-240 deg. C to +120 deg. C).
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Caps
• Guides
• Insulators
• Nozzles
• Pads
• Plugs
• Rings
• Rollers & industrial wheels
• Seals
• Sheaves
• Spacers
• Supports
• Valve seats
• Washers
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Electronics
PEEK Material & Parts
PEEK is a rugged thermoplastic that maintains water and chemical resistance at high temperatures. PEEK parts for applications that require resistance to steam and hot water for extended periods of time. The mechanical properties held by PEEK thermoplastics that are beneficial in harsh environments include its thermal conductivity and thermal degradation resistance.
PEEK machined parts can be reinforced with glass or carbon fiber, and resists abrasion and radiation. They are also FDA and USDA approved and emit minimal amounts of smoke and gas when exposed to fire, especially useful in bearings, guides, nozzles and other parts often used in industrial applications.
Machined PEEK parts
• Bearings
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Guides
• Nozzles
• Pads
• Plugs
• Rings
• Rollers & industrial wheels
• Seals
• Sheaves
• Spacers
• Supports
• Valve seats
• Washers
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Food and beverage
• Industrial Hardware medical
Polycarbonate Material & Parts
Known by the trade names Mackrolon® and Lexan®, polycarbonate is a category of thermoplastic polyesters known for their versatility and overall toughness. Machined polycarbonate is exceptionally transparent and ideal for electronic applications. Outstanding elastic properties allow it to maintain its strength, and it is exceptionally resistant to heat and acid.
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Medical
Machined Polycarbonate Parts
• Equipment Housings
• Cases
• Exterior Plates and Covers
• Eyeglass Lens
• Safety Equipment
• Automotive Covers and Lens
PTFE Material & Parts
Commonly known by DuPont's trade name, Teflon®, PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) is the most versatile and widely used of all flouroplastics. With its exceptional mechanical strength, resistance to nearly all industrial chemicals, and ability to retain its properties over a wide range of temperatures, PTFE machined parts can be found in many applications across numerous industries.
PTFE Machined Parts
R & B Plastics PTFE machined parts include:
• Seals
• Gaskets
• Rings
• Valve seats
• Insulators
• Slide Blocks
• Guides
• Washers
Industries using PTFE Machining
• Aerospace
• Fluid Delivery
• Electronics
• Industrial Equipment
Semitron Material & Parts
Semitron® grade machined parts were developed to optimize the performance of device manufacturing equipment. They are valued for their ability to dissipate static electricity in high-heat applications and in sensitive electronic components such as disk drives, circuit boards and integrated circuits. Semitron® resists wear and chemicals, and offers strong and stiff performance.
Semitron® machined parts are used in a variety of applications including blocks, pads, spacers, fixtures & supports.
Semitron® Machined Parts
• Blocks
• Fixtures
• Guides
• Handling Trays
• Inserts
• Pads
• Spacers
• Supports
Industries Served
• Electronics
• Semiconductor
Techtron Material & Parts
Known by the brand name Techtron®, polyphenylene sulfide is a strong and rigid thermoplastic that performs exceptionally well in high-heat and highly corrosive environments. Inert to fuels, acids, strong bases and steam, Techtron® is a versatile material that resists radiation, won’t absorb moisture and possesses outstanding electrical properties. Similar to PEEK™ but with lower-temperature properties, Techtron machined parts hold their strength and rigidity in continuous use to 425°F (218°C).
Techtron Machined Parts
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Caps
• Guides
• Housings
• Pads
• Plugs
• Retaining Rings
• Rings
• Rollers & industrial wheels
• Seals
• Sheaves
• Spacers
• Supports
• Valve seats
• Washers
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Fluid Delivery
Torlon Machined Parts
Torlon® is the brand name for a durable and cost-effective amorphous polyamide-imide plastic. Resistant to impact, wear, and creep, Torlon® is available in several grades, offering a low thermal expansion coefficient as well as strength and toughness at temperatures to 500°F (260°C).
Torlon Machined Parts
• Bearings
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Caps
• Guides
• Insulators
• Pads
• Plugs
• Retaining rings
• Rollers
• Seals
• Spacers
• Supports
• Washers
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Electronics
Ultem Machined Parts
Polyethermide (PEI), often known by the brand name Ultem®, is a common heat-resistant polymer that stays strong and rigid at high temperatures while presenting minimal smoke. Ultem® can be filled with up to 30% glass for improved tensile strength and rigidity. Semi-transparent and resistant to UV and gamma radiation, Ultem® meets UFDA/USDA and USP regulations.
Ultem® Machined Parts
• Bushings
• Connectors
• Disks
• Guides
• Insulators
• Nozzles
• Pads
• Plugs
• Seal rings
Industries Served
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electronics medical
UHMW Machined Parts
Ultra high molecular weight polyethylene, or UHMW, is a noise-reducing, lightweight, buoyant plastic that resists wear, stains, odor, solvents and chemicals. UHMW offers lower tensile strength properties than polypropylene but improved strength upon impact. UHMW is moisture resistant, presents a lower friction coefficient than some metals, and meets FDA, USDA and 3-A Dairy requirements.
UHMW Machined Parts
• Blocks
• Bushings
• Guides
• Liners
• Pads
• Plugs
• Rings
• Rollers
• Sheaves
• Spacers
• Supports
• Washers
Industries Served
• Food and beverage
• Material handling