Polypropylene

Polypropylene has excellent chemical resistance and is strong but lightweight. It is easy to machine or fabricate and can be bonded using a variety of plastic welding techniques. It is also FDA compliant and can be used in food processing environments.

Applications
  • Tanks
  • Covers
  • Semiconductor Processing
  • Water Pumps
  • Fume Hoods
  • Orthopedic Appliances
  • Clicker Plates
  • Wash Booths
  • Tank Liners
  • Laboratory Equipment
  • Packaging

Benefits

  • FDA-compliant for use in the food industry (in most forms).
  • Operating temperatures can range from minus 20 to over 180ºF.
  • Polypropylene Sheets – Thicknesses range from 0.02" to 2.75". Depending on thickness, sheet sizes are typically 48" x 96" up to 60" x 120".
  • Polypropylene Rods – Welding rod diameters range from 0.125" to 0.187". Standard rod diameters range from 0.25" to 9". For diameters below 2.25", standard lengths are 8' or 10'; for diameters 2.25" and greater, standard lengths are 4'.
  • Polypropylene Tubing – Available in straight lengths or coils. Because minimum orders may apply, contact us for details.
  • Polypropylene Sheet Colors – Black or Natural.
  • Polypropylene Rod Colors – Black or Natural.
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Polypropylene (PP) Tech Sheet MIDLND_TechSheetUpdate_Polypropylene_v0r1.pdf