Comparing Copolymer Acetal and Dupont Delrin Homopolymer in Sheet and Rods

Delrin is a great plastic for turning on a CNC lathe lathe. It is simple to turn, although it does require slower speeds. I’ve used this plastic to make Scottish small pipes chanters. I have ordered countless items from Industrial Plastic. Smaller parts usually ship promptly and everything was well packed. I’ve never had an issue with an order.
Between the Delrin and POM-C rods, both materials are exceptionally durable and easily machinable, and they have very similar physical properties. They look the same, but in practical use there are a few differences that may make one preferable than the other. It also depends on your application. As with any plastic materials, make sure to check the typical properties data sheet for the applicable properties you may need for your application.
Our Acetal Sheet is probably our primary material for machining,as it gives an nice finish both on manual and CNC Machines. Its got a very low moisture absorption making it the preferred grade for food contact and where the dimensional stability is important. Acetal Sheet has an ideal combination of high mechanical strength, durability and toughness, giving it excellent sliding properties, electrical insulation, and wear resistance.
Acetal Sheet has many uses and is especially valued in the food preparation industry. Because of its low moisture absorption it gained Food & Drug Administration approval and its excellent sliding abilities which aid with very low friction and hard wearing food safe components.
Acetal Sheet is one of the engineering plastics chosen within the automotive industry because of its long lasting dimensional stability and durability. It offers solutions for designers to help them create long lasting and very durable components. Another popular area for Sustarin C is in moisture applications. This environment suits acetal quite because its low moisture absorption will result in components that will not expand or change dimensions due to contact with water.

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