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Material selection.
The right resin balances strength, cost, appearance, and environment. Here's a quick comparison of common materials — and we'll help you choose.
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Common materials.
A high-level starting point. Grades and fillers shift these properties — we'll narrow it down for your part.
| Material | Strengths | Watch-outs | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polypropylene (PP) | Chemical resistance, living hinges, low cost | Lower stiffness, UV | Closures, housings |
| Polyethylene (PE) | Tough, chemical-resistant, rotomolds well | Low stiffness | Tanks, containers |
| ABS | Rigid, good cosmetics, easy to finish | Lower chemical resistance | Enclosures, consumer parts |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | High impact, clarity, heat resistance | Cost, notch-sensitive | Guards, lenses, housings |
| Nylon (PA) | Strength, wear, temperature | Absorbs moisture | Gears, mechanical parts |
| Acetal (POM) | Stiff, low-friction, dimensionally stable | Bonding, flammability | Gears, bearings, fittings |
| Acrylic (PMMA) | Clarity, weatherability, polishes well | Brittle, scratches | Displays, lenses, signage |
| PVC | Rigid or flexible, chemical/flame resistance | Temperature, processing | Profiles, trim, channels |
Choosing
How we help you decide.
- Match resin to use. Performance, environment, and cosmetics first.
- Balance cost. The right material, not just the priciest one.
- Consider the process. Some resins suit molding, others rotomold or extrude better.
- Plan for finishing. Printing, bonding, and assembly affect material choice.
Made in the USA. Every part is produced through our U.S. manufacturing partner network and held to our ISO-certified quality systems — domestic accountability from first quote to final shipment.
Need help picking a material?
Tell us how the part is used and we'll recommend the resin — and the process — that fit.