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A Complete Guide to Fluoropolymers

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What Is a Fluoropolymer? The high-performance fluoropolymer plastic family is known for its strong carbon-fluorine bonds. Fluoropolymers offer chemical resistance, electrical insulation, and thermal stability, making them ideal for many industrial uses. Some of these include medical, automotive, electronics, and aerospace applications. They come in several types: PTFE, ETFE, PFA, CTFE, PVDF, ECTFE, FEP, Rulon®, […]

Metal Detectable Plastics

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National Plastics and Seals specializes in metal detectable plastics, bolstering our role as a leading full-line distributor of precision-engineered custom plastic components. Read on to learn how metal detectable plastics are already helping food, pharmaceutical, and packaging industries improve their quality control while maximizing the value of their services. What is a Metal Detectable Plastic? […]

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Plastic Parts & Components Machined for Automation Equipment

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Let’s explore plastic parts machining and its potential applications within automation equipment. We will also discover why producing good quality  parts is critical in the automation industry and where to find reliable vendors with expertise in manufacturing services. High-Quality Plastic Machined Components for Automation Equipment Today’s automation equipment is becoming increasingly advanced and thus requires […]

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How Does Heat Shrink Tubing Help Electric Vehicles?

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Electric vehicles (EVs) make up a rapidly-increasing segment of the automotive market. As green technology and environmentally friendly initiatives continue to influence the automotive industry, many large-scale original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are focusing more exclusively on EV production. This massive market shift places critical importance on EV batteries. Electric vehicle batteries must be properly encapsulated […]

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Engineering Plastics to Use in Precision Machined Parts

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Precision machining is a controlled manufacturing process used to manufacture high-precision parts out of various materials, such as plastics. Precision machined plastic parts are found in nearly every industry, valued for their lightweight and versatile properties. Here we’ll discuss the most common materials used in precision plastic machining and their respective benefits. Popular Plastics for […]

Choosing the Right Heat Shrink Tubing

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Heat shrink tubing provides added protection and is a common choice for securing wires and electrical connections. Choosing the right heat shrink tubing is the key to a smooth project. Some of the best ways to ensure you’re making the right choice is to: Consider the application environment, such as temperatures, weather, potential contaminants, and […]