PE (Polyethylene) – Polyethylene is a general thermoplastic with good chemical resistance and elongation properties. PE also have good insulation properties and is one of the material choice for plastic welding application. HDPE and UHMWPE are available for applications with more demanding material properties in terms of mechanical strength. Some of its properties includes:

– Good chemical resistance
– Easy to work on
– Low frictional coefficient
– Good electrical insulation
– High toughness and Stiffness (HDPE/UHMWPE)
– Low moisture absorption (UHMWPE)
– High impact strength (UHMWPE)

PP (Polypropylene) – Polypropylene is a plastic that is used in many different industries. One of the common usage for polypropylene is to make laboratory equipment that require frequent sterilisation by heat. Its high resistance against temperature makes it an ideal material for this kind of application. Other properties includes:

– Good mechanical strength
– Good corrosion resistance
– Heat resistance
– Good resistance to fatigue

Nylon/ Cast Nylon has a higher compression strength and impact resistance as compared to other engineering plastics. Some of Nylon’s properties includes:

-Corrosion and wear resistance
-Improved component working life and reducing maintenance
-High toughness
-High mechanical strength
-High fatigue resistance
-Shock absorbant and resistance
-Self lubrication and good noise dampening