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General Description:
Acetal (POM) is considered a high performance plastic. This particular plastic has excellent; chemical resistance, solvent resistance, wears properties and is self lubricating. The natural color of Acetal is “off-white”; colorant can be added to the raw material to meet the customer’s needs. This material, in its natural state, is heavier than water; meaning it will sink in water. The maximum continuous operating temperature in air for Acetal is approximately 185°F. Acetal ball blanks are injection molded or turned from extruded rod.
Approximate Values (Acetal)
Chemical ResistanceSpecific Gravity (grams/cc)Hardness (Rockwell)FDA Grade AvailableMaximum Operating Temperature
Inert to most chemicals
1.4M 89
R 122
Yes
185°F
Typical Applications Include:
Acetal balls are commonly used for; ball bearings, caster balls, ball bearing slides, seat trackballs, finger-trigger pumps and other various applications.
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