Plastic Rod

Engineering Plastic Rod
Established in 1965, Henry Gallacher has long been known for high-quality sealing solutions. Now part of PAR Group, we have expanded our offerings to include a comprehensive range of engineering plastic rods for demanding industrial applications.
Available in a variety of diameters and lengths, plastic rods are ideal for machining. We supply popular engineering materials, including acetal (for strength and dimensional stability), nylon 6 (for improved wear and load performance), and PVC (for chemical resistance and insulation) and many more.
We also offer plastic machining services to convert the materials.
Browse the plastic rod range below, or get in touch for more information.

Machining, Display & Specialist Plastic Rod

ABS Rod
ABS Rod

 ABS rod is valued in engineering and thermoforming for its precise dimensional stability, strong rigidity, and excellent impact resistance. Its ease of machining makes it suitable for a variety of industrial and domestic applications, including construction and the pharmaceutical sector.

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Acetal Rod
Acetal Rod

Offered in copolymer, homopolymer, and metal detectable grades, acetal is a robust, rigid plastic with high mechanical strength, low moisture uptake, and excellent wear and impact resistance. It is commonly machined into gears, friction bearings, and components for the food industry.

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Acrylic (Perspex) Rod
Acrylic (Perspex®) Rod

Acrylic rods deliver outstanding optical clarity and UV resistance, making them ideal for display applications. They can be machined, formed, and polished, and are used in sight glasses, lighting components, and display parts. Suitable for temperatures up to +70°C.
 

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Metal Detectable Plastic Rod
Metal Detectable Plastic Rod

These rods are available in various polymers, offering features such as high wear resistance, low friction, and strong chemical resistance. Metal detectable rods are essential in food processing to prevent contamination.

 

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Nylon 6 Rod
Nylon 6 Rod

Nylon 6 is a versatile engineering plastic known for its high tensile strength, solid mechanical properties, and moderate chemical resistance. It is commonly fabricated into rollers, wheels, bearings, and gears, available in both cast and extruded forms.

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Nylon 66 Rod
Nylon 66 Rod

Nylon 66 offers enhanced mechanical strength, reduced moisture absorption, and good electrical insulation. It surpasses other polyamides in creep resistance, stiffness, and wear, and is available in grades including glass-filled and flame-retardant.

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PAI Rod
PAI Rod

PAI (polyamide-imide) is a high-performance plastic with excellent dimensional stability up to 260°C. It maintains mechanical strength, creep resistance, and stiffness across a wide temperature range, offering high impact strength and electrical insulation. Suitable from -50°C to +250°C.

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PEEK Rod
PEEK Rod

PEEK is a specialist engineering plastic offering exceptional dimensional stability, mechanical strength, and chemical and wear resistance. It is suited for demanding uses such as piston parts, wafer supports, and vacuum seals. Temperature range -60°C to +250°C.

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PEI (Ultem®) Rod
PEI (Ultem®) Rod

PEI offers excellent thermal stability, strong electrical properties, and rigidity. This FDA-approved amorphous polymer is suitable for hot steam sterilisation and is commonly used in medical and electrical components. Maximum temperature up to +170°C.

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PET Rod
PET Rod

PET rods provide strong dimensional stability, good strength, and excellent creep resistance. With low moisture absorption and good electrical insulation, PET is FDA-approved (natural grade) and used in high-load applications. Temperature range from -20°C to +115ºC.

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PET (Ertalyte®) Rod
PET (Ertalyte®) Rod

Available in PET-P, which offers excellent mechanical strength and machinability, and Ertalyte® TX, which adds self-lubricating properties. Both grades are FDA-approved and suitable for temperatures between -20°C and +110 °C.

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Plastic Welding Rod
Plastic Welding Rod

We supply plastic welding rods in polymers such as PETG, polycarbonate, polyethylene, polypropylene, and PVC. Suitable for extrusion welders and hot-air welding guns, these rods bond identical materials thermally and are available in various colours and sizes.

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Polycarbonate Rod
Polycarbonate Rod

Polycarbonate is a durable, impact-resistant thermoplastic with high optical clarity and good ozone resistance. It withstands moderate heat and is typically machined into sight glasses, light fittings, bushings, and optical parts. Suitable for -40°C to +115ºC.

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Polyethylene PE300 Rod - HDPE
Polyethylene PE300 (HDPE) Rod

PE300 (HDPE) is a lightweight, FDA-approved polymer with excellent chemical resistance, low friction, and good electrical properties. It offers strong wear resistance and low moisture absorption. Suitable for temperatures from -50°C to +80°C.
 

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Polyethylene PE1000 Rod - UHMW
Polyethylene PE1000 (UHMW) Rod

UHMWPE offers exceptional wear, impact, and abrasion resistance, with a very low friction coefficient and excellent dielectric properties. This FDA-approved material is widely used to machine components. Temperature range from -167°C to +90°C.

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Polypropylene Rod
Polypropylene Rod

Polypropylene is a lightweight plastic with high tensile strength, excellent chemical resistance, and good electrical insulation. It is widely used in chemical industry applications due to its acid resistance. Suitable for temperatures from -20°C to +80°C.
 

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PSU (Polysulfone) Rod
PSU (Polysulfone) Rod

Polysulfone rods are high-performance, amorphous, food-grade polymers with excellent electrical, thermal, and mechanical properties. They maintain dimensional stability and are suitable for repeated steam sterilisation. Temperature range from -100°C to +160°C.

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PTFE Rod
PTFE Rod

PTFE is a high-performance polymer featuring very low friction, excellent chemical resistance, and a wide operating temperature range. Our selection includes grades with partial electrical conductivity and enhanced creep resistance.
 

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PVC Rod
PVC Rod

PVC is a rigid plastic with strong mechanical properties, good chemical resistance, and low moisture absorption. Available in various colours, it is easy to machine, bond, and weld, commonly used in chemical apparatus, electrical insulators, pump parts, and valve bodies. Suitable up to +60°C.

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PVDF Rod
PVDF Rod

PVDF rods combine excellent mechanical strength, dimensional stability, and electrical insulation. They resist UV, corrosion, and chemicals effectively. FDA-approved and easily welded, PVDF is often machined into anti-corrosion components. Temperature range from -30°C to +140°C.

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Vespel® Rod
Vespel® Rod

Vespel® rods are high-performance polyimides offering excellent wear, impact, and creep resistance. Designed for high-temperature, hard-wearing applications, they are commonly used in valve seats, bearings, electrical insulators, and seals. Suitable up to +288°C.
 

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