Plastic Rod

Engineering Plastic Rod
 

As a trusted supplier of plastic rod to industry, PAR Group have been manufacturing and supplying semi-finished polymers for over three decades. We hold stock of an extensive range of thermoplastics that are utilised across a number of market sectors and are often applied in demanding applications as an alternative to traditional materials such as metal.

At PAR, our stocked range includes machining, display and specialist grades in a large selection of diameters and lengths. Popular options include acetal copolymer, which offers high rigidity and resistance to wear, PVC that provides excellent resistance to chemicals and good electrical insulation properties, and polypropylene, which is highly resistant to acids and is extremely lightweight.

Alternatively, if excellent optical clarity is required for display purposes, we offer a selection of plastics such as acrylic, nylon 12 and polycarbonate. Specialist engineering grades for use in demanding industrial environments are also available and polymers such as PEEK perform exceptionally well against aggressive chemicals, hydrolysis, high temperatures and wear.

We also supply a wide range of nylon 6 that includes standard engineering grades for general purpose machining, cast moly filled for high load bearing applications and cast oil filled for improved resistance to wear and reduced co-efficient of friction.

For more information regarding individual grades of plastic rod, including availability and technical data, please follow the ‘view product’ buttons below. If you’re unsure about the grade of engineering plastic you require for your application you can also find a PDF comparison table and chemical resistance overview at the bottom of this page. Alternatively, you can contact our technical sales team who will be happy to assist you. 

Machining, Display & Specialist Plastic Rod

ABS Rod
ABS Rod

 ABS rod is used in various engineering and thermoforming applications due to its impeccable dimensional stability, high rigidity, and exceptional impact resistance. It is easily machined, making it a good option for applications for both industrial and domestic applications to be in building, construction and pharmaceutical, to name a few.

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Acetal Rod
Acetal Rod

Available in various grades including copolymer, homopolymer and metal detectable. Acetal is a strong, rigid material that offers high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption and excellent resistance to wear and impact. It is often converted into parts such as gears, friction bearings or components for use in the food industry.

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Acrylic (Perspex) Rod
Acrylic (Perspex®) Rod

Acrylic rod provides excellent optical clarity, high resistance to ultraviolet and is generally used in display applications due to the polymers transparency. It can be machined, formed and polished and is manufactured into sight glasses, components for lighting features and parts for displays. Temperature range up to +70°C.

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Metal Detectable Plastic Rod
Metal Detectable Plastic Rod

Available in a selection of polymers that provide various characteristics including; high wear resistance, low coefficient of friction and outstanding chemical resistance. Metal detectable rod helps to prevent against contamination and is commonly used in food processing applications.

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Nylon 6 Rod
Nylon 6 Rod

Nylon 6 is a common engineering plastic that is used in a wide range of applications. It offers high tensile strength, good mechanical properties and provides moderate resistance to chemicals. Nylon 6 is manufactured into rollers, wheels, bearings and gears. It is available either cast or extruded.

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Nylon 66 Rod
Nylon 66 Rod

Offering high mechanical strength, low moisture absorption and good electrical insulation properties. Nylon 66 provides improved resistance to creep, stiffness and wear compared to other polyamides. It is available in a number of different grades including glass filled and flame retardant.

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Nylon 12 Rod
Nylon 12 Rod

A clear polyamide that provides good mechanical strength and moderate resistance to abrasion. Nylon 12 offers enhanced resistance to chemicals and lower moisture absorption than extruded grades of nylon 6 and 66. It is commonly manufactured into gear wheels, pump parts and sight glasses. Temperature range up to +80°C.

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PAI Rod
PAI Rod

PAI (polyamide-imide) is an advanced plastic with excellent dimensional stability up to temperatures of 260°C. It can retain it's mechanical strength, creep resistance and stiffness over a range of temperatures.  PAI provides high impact strength and electrical insulation properties. Temperature range of -50°C up to +250°C.

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PEEK Rod
PEEK Rod

PEEK is a specialist plastic that provides excellent dimensional stability, outstanding mechanical properties and high resistance to chemicals and wear. It is used in demanding applications and is commonly machined into piston parts, wafer supports and vacuum seals. Temperature range of -60°C up to +250°C.

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PEI (Ultem®) Rod
PEI (Ultem®) Rod

Providing high thermal stability, excellent electrical properties and outstanding rigidity. PEI is an amorphous, FDA approved polymer that is suitable for use in hot steam sterilization applications. It is commonly manufactured into medical and electrical components. Temperature range up to +170°C.

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PET Rod
PET Rod

Offering high dimensional stability, good strength and excellent creep resistance. PET provides low moisture absorption, is a good electrical insulator and is suitable for high load applications. It is FDA approved (natural) and is machined into a wide range of components. Temperature range of -20°C up to +115ºC.

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PET (Ertalyte®) Rod
PET (Ertalyte®) Rod

Available in two grades that offer different characteristics. Ertalyte® is available in PET-P, which provides excellent mechanical strength and is ideal for machining, and Ertalyte® TX, which has the additional attribute of being self-lubricating. Both options are FDA approved. Temperature range of -20°C up to +110ºC.

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Plastic Welding Rod
Plastic Welding Rod

Available in a range of polymers including PETG, polycarbonate, polyethylene, polypropylene and PVC. Plastic welding rod is suitable for use with both extrusion welders and hot air plastic welding guns. It is used to thermally bond two parts of the same material together and is obtainable in a range of colours and sizes.

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Polycarbonate Rod
Polycarbonate Rod

Polycarbonate is a tough, impact resistant thermoplastic that provides high optical clarity, good resistance to ozone and moderate resistance to elevated temperatures. It is primarily machined into products such as sight glasses, light fittings, bushings and optical components. Temperature range of -40°C up to +115ºC.

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Polyethylene PE300 Rod - HDPE
Polyethylene PE300 (HDPE) Rod

Providing good resistance to wear, low coefficient of friction and very good electric and dielectric properties. PE300 (HDPE) is a lightweight, FDA approved polymer that offers low moisture absorption and provides excellent resistance to chemicals. Temperature range of -50°C up to +80°C.

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Polyethylene PE1000 Rod - UHMW
Polyethylene PE1000 (UHMW) Rod

UHMW provides outstanding resistance to wear, impact and abrasion. It offers very low coefficient of friction and has excellent dielectric properties. PE1000 (UHMWPE) is machined into a wide range of components and is FDA approved. Temperature range of -167°C up to +90°C.

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Polypropylene Rod
Polypropylene Rod

Polypropylene is a lightweight plastic that provides high tensile strength, good electrical insulation properties and excellent resistance to chemicals. It is commonly manufactured into products for use in the chemical industry due to its resistance to acids. Temperature range of -20°C up to +80°C.

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PSU (Polysulfone) Rod
PSU (Polysulfone) Rod

Polysulfone rod is a high performing, amorphous, food approved polymer that provides excellent electrical, thermal and mechanical properties. It provides excellent dimensional stability and is suitable for repeated use in steam sterilization applications. Temperature range of -100°C up to +160°C.

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PTFE Rod
PTFE Rod

PTFE is a high performing polymer that provides very low coefficient of friction, excellent chemical resistance and offers a broad operating temperature. Our range includes a variety of grades that offer characteristics such as partial electrical conductivity or enhanced creep resistance.

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PVC Rod
PVC Rod

A rigid plastic that offers high mechanical strength, good resistance to chemicals and low moisture absorption. PVC is available in a range of colours and is easy to machine, bond and weld. It is often manufactured into chemical apparatus, electrical insulators, pump parts and valve bodies. Temperature range up to +60°C.

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PVDF Rod
PVDF Rod

Offering excellent mechanical strength, dimensional stability and good electrical insulation properties. PVDF provides outstanding resistance to UV, corrosion and chemicals. It is FDA approved, easily welded and is commonly machined into anti-corrosion components. Temperature range of -30°C up to +140°C.

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Vespel® Rod
Vespel® Rod

A selection of high performing polyimides that provide excellent resistance to wear, impact and creep. Vespel® is used in applications that are subject to elevated temperatures and require a hard wearing plastic. It is often manufactured into valve seats, bearings, electrical insulators and seals. Temperature range up to +288°C.

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Alternative Materials

NTufnol Industrial Laminates
Tufnol® Industrial Laminates

Tufnol® industrial laminates are manufactured from high quality thermosetting resins bonded with cotton, glass or paper. Available in variety of grades to suit a broad range of applications, Tufnol® is easily machined and is commonly used as gears, bearings, jigs and fixtures.

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Technical Specification