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Materials in North American Manufacturing

85 materials mapped to 2632 part families. Start from what you make and see where it ends up.

Materials mapped to fewer than 3 part families are not listed: the application data behind them is too thin to be worth reading.

Resins

  • ABS51 PART FAMILIES

    Impact-resistant styrenic thermoplastic with a paintable, platable Class A surface

  • ASA16 PART FAMILIES

    Weatherable styrenic for unpainted exterior parts that must hold color outdoors

  • Epoxy Resin26 PART FAMILIES

    Premium thermoset with superior fatigue life and adhesion, cost-prohibitive at high volume

  • HDPE62 PART FAMILIES

    Tough, chemically inert polyethylene for rotomolded tanks, bottles, and extruded profiles

  • LCP6 PART FAMILIES

    Ultra-thin-wall, high-flow liquid crystal polymer for fine-pitch connectors

  • LDPE26 PART FAMILIES

    Flexible, low-density polyethylene for film, liners, and squeeze applications

  • PBT22 PART FAMILIES

    Dimensionally stable polyester thermoplastic favored for electrical housings and connectors

  • PC/ABS25 PART FAMILIES

    Polycarbonate-toughened ABS for thin-wall housings needing heat and impact resistance

  • PEEK5 PART FAMILIES

    High-temperature semi-crystalline thermoplastic for sterilizable and high-load parts

  • PET85 PART FAMILIES

    Polyester thermoplastic for bottles, fiber, film, and glass-filled engineering grades

  • PMMA (Acrylic)23 PART FAMILIES

    Optically clear, UV-stable thermoplastic for lenses, glazing, signage, and capstock

  • POM (Acetal)21 PART FAMILIES

    Low-friction, high-stiffness thermoplastic for gears, latches, and wear surfaces

  • PPO/PS (Modified PPE)17 PART FAMILIES

    Low-moisture, dimensionally stable blend for electrical enclosures and fluid-handling parts

  • PVC88 PART FAMILIES

    Rigid or plasticized thermoplastic, dominant in extruded building profiles and flexible cable jacket

  • Phenolic Resin12 PART FAMILIES

    Flame-, smoke-, and heat-resistant thermoset for laminates, brake parts, and binders

  • Polyamide 12 (PA12)11 PART FAMILIES

    Low-moisture, flexible nylon for fuel and air lines, tubing, and powder-bed printing

  • Polyamide 6 (PA6)16 PART FAMILIES

    Lower-cost nylon with easier processing and higher moisture uptake than PA66

  • Polyamide 66 (PA66)76 PART FAMILIES

    Heat- and chemical-resistant engineering thermoplastic for under-hood and load-bearing parts

  • Polycarbonate (PC)34 PART FAMILIES

    Optically clear, impact-tough engineering thermoplastic for lenses, glazing, and housings

  • Polyester Resin (Unsaturated)41 PART FAMILIES

    Cost-driven bulk thermoset chemistry for open- and closed-mold laminates

  • Polypropylene (PP)159 PART FAMILIES

    High-volume commodity thermoplastic, usually filled or reinforced for structural parts

  • Polyurethane RIM16 PART FAMILIES

    Reaction-injection-molded polyurethane for large, low-pressure panels and bumper fascias

  • TPE44 PART FAMILIES

    Rubber-like thermoplastic elastomer for grips, seals, and overmolded soft surfaces

  • TPO10 PART FAMILIES

    Thermoplastic olefin blend for fascias, skins, and single-ply roofing membrane

  • TPU12 PART FAMILIES

    Abrasion-resistant thermoplastic polyurethane for flexible, load-bearing, and tactile parts

  • Vinyl Ester Resin4 PART FAMILIES

    Corrosion- and blister-resistant thermoset used where water or chemical exposure is constant

Metals

  • 304 Stainless Steel42 PART FAMILIES

    General-purpose austenitic stainless for appliances, food contact, and visible trim

  • 5xxx Aluminum43 PART FAMILIES

    Magnesium-alloyed aluminum sheet and plate, weldable and corrosion-resistant for hulls and tanks

  • 6xxx Aluminum45 PART FAMILIES

    Heat-treatable aluminum for extrusions, structural profiles, and machined parts

  • A380 Die-Cast Aluminum7 PART FAMILIES

    The workhorse high-pressure die-casting alloy for housings, brackets, and heat sinks

  • AHSS28 PART FAMILIES

    Advanced high-strength steel grades for crash structures and body-in-white lightweighting

  • AZ91 Magnesium3 PART FAMILIES

    Lightest structural die-casting alloy for instrument panel beams, seat frames, and housings

  • Brass12 PART FAMILIES

    Copper-zinc alloy for plumbing fittings, connectors, and machined hardware

  • C110 Copper34 PART FAMILIES

    Electrolytic tough-pitch copper for busbars, terminals, and thermal parts

  • HSLA Steel116 PART FAMILIES

    High-strength low-alloy sheet for structural stampings at lower gauge than mild steel

  • Ti-6Al-4V Titanium7 PART FAMILIES

    The standard aerospace and implant titanium alloy: high strength, low weight, biocompatible

  • Zinc Die Cast (Zamak)13 PART FAMILIES

    Precision die-casting alloy for hardware, decorative trim, and small mechanisms

Elastomers

  • EPDM67 PART FAMILIES

    Ozone- and weather-resistant rubber for weatherstrip, roofing membrane, and coolant hose

  • FKM (Viton)16 PART FAMILIES

    Fluoroelastomer for high-temperature, aggressive-fluid seals and O-rings

  • Natural Rubber (NR)14 PART FAMILIES

    High-resilience rubber for mounts, bushings, and dynamic isolation

  • Nitrile (NBR)27 PART FAMILIES

    Oil- and fuel-resistant rubber for seals, hose, and gloves

  • SBR8 PART FAMILIES

    Styrene-butadiene general-purpose rubber for belts, tires, and low-cost molded parts

  • Silicone Rubber93 PART FAMILIES

    Wide-temperature, biocompatible elastomer for gaskets, keypads, and medical parts

  • TPV (Santoprene)17 PART FAMILIES

    Thermoplastic vulcanizate processed like plastic, performing like rubber, for seals and boots

Foams

  • Crosslinked PE Foam (XLPE)48 PART FAMILIES

    Fine-cell closed-cell polyethylene foam for gaskets, padding, and protective packaging

  • EPP5 PART FAMILIES

    Expanded polypropylene bead foam for energy-absorbing, reusable parts and returnable packaging

  • EPS23 PART FAMILIES

    Expanded polystyrene bead foam for protective packaging, insulation, and helmet liners

  • Flexible Polyurethane Foam81 PART FAMILIES

    Open-cell cushioning foam for seating, mattresses, and padding

  • Melamine Foam23 PART FAMILIES

    Lightweight, flame-resistant open-cell foam for acoustic absorption and thermal insulation

  • PVC/Nitrile Closed-Cell Foam20 PART FAMILIES

    Weather-sealing and vibration-damping closed-cell foam for gaskets and HVAC insulation

  • Rigid Polyurethane Foam34 PART FAMILIES

    Closed-cell insulating foam, poured or sprayed, for appliances, panels, and water heaters

  • Viscoelastic Foam18 PART FAMILIES

    Slow-recovery memory foam for pressure-distributing seating, bedding, and medical padding

Adhesives

  • Acrylic PSA93 PART FAMILIES

    Durable, UV-stable pressure-sensitive adhesive for trim, badges, and long-term bonds

  • Cyanoacrylate (CA)5 PART FAMILIES

    Fast-fixturing instant adhesive for small parts, rubber, and plastic-to-metal bonds

  • Epoxy Structural Adhesive42 PART FAMILIES

    High-strength structural epoxy for load-path bonds

  • Hot-Melt Adhesive46 PART FAMILIES

    Thermoplastic adhesive applied molten, for fast-cycle assembly and laminating

  • Methacrylate Structural Adhesive25 PART FAMILIES

    Two-part methacrylate that bonds dissimilar substrates with minimal surface prep

  • Polyurethane Adhesive88 PART FAMILIES

    Flexible, impact-tolerant adhesive for bonded glazing and panel assembly

  • Rubber PSA62 PART FAMILIES

    High-tack, low-cost pressure-sensitive adhesive for packaging tape and temporary holds

  • Silicone Sealant46 PART FAMILIES

    Weather- and UV-stable elastomeric sealant for joints and perimeter seals

  • Structural Foam Tape35 PART FAMILIES

    Double-sided acrylic foam tape replacing fasteners and welds in panel and trim attachment

Coatings

  • Chrome Plating9 PART FAMILIES

    Decorative or hard chrome over nickel on metal or platable ABS for bright trim and wear surfaces

  • E-Coat12 PART FAMILIES

    Electrodeposited primer giving uniform corrosion protection in recessed geometry

  • Gelcoat (ISO/NPG)5 PART FAMILIES

    ISO/NPG gelcoat chemistry, the exterior cosmetic and weathering surface of a molded part

  • Powder Coat22 PART FAMILIES

    Electrostatically applied, thermally cured powder finish for metal substrates

  • UV-Cure Coating17 PART FAMILIES

    Radiation-cured hardcoat for abrasion and chemical resistance on plastic surfaces

  • Waterborne Basecoat8 PART FAMILIES

    Low-VOC color coat under a clearcoat, the volume automotive and appliance paint system

Reinforcements

  • Aramid Fiber4 PART FAMILIES

    Impact- and abrasion-resistant fiber for ballistic, friction, and toughened composites

  • Carbon Fiber20 PART FAMILIES

    High-modulus reinforcement for weight-critical and stiffness-critical structures

  • E-Glass Chopped Strand50 PART FAMILIES

    Chopped E-glass strand for spray-up and compression-molded laminates

  • E-Glass Long Fiber (LFT)12 PART FAMILIES

    Long glass fiber compounded into thermoplastics for structural injection molding

  • E-Glass Stitched Multiaxial15 PART FAMILIES

    Directional multiaxial stitched fabric, engineered fiber orientation for infusion

  • Mineral Filler23 PART FAMILIES

    Calcium carbonate and similar fillers for cost reduction and dimensional stability

  • Natural Fiber38 PART FAMILIES

    Hemp, kenaf, flax, and wood fiber for lightweight, lower-carbon interior substrates

  • Talc Filler20 PART FAMILIES

    Platy mineral filler that raises stiffness and heat resistance in polyolefins

Core materials

  • Aluminum Honeycomb4 PART FAMILIES

    Metallic honeycomb for the highest stiffness-to-weight in bonded panels

  • Nomex Honeycomb11 PART FAMILIES

    Aramid-paper honeycomb for flame-resistant, lightweight aircraft interior panels

  • Polyiso Foam Board8 PART FAMILIES

    Polyisocyanurate board, high R-value rigid insulation for roofing and wall assemblies

  • Polyurethane Composite Core5 PART FAMILIES

    Rot-free composite board (Coosa-type) replacing structural plywood

  • XPS Foam Board14 PART FAMILIES

    Extruded polystyrene board, moisture-resistant rigid insulation and lightweight core

Textiles and nonwovens

  • Aramid Fabric3 PART FAMILIES

    Woven aramid for ballistic panels, protective apparel, and impact-resistant laminates

  • Glass Veil18 PART FAMILIES

    Thin glass-fiber surfacing mat for smooth, corrosion-resistant laminate faces

  • PET Needlepunch30 PART FAMILIES

    Mechanically entangled polyester felt for trunk liners, wheel-well liners, and underlayment

  • PU Synthetic Leather14 PART FAMILIES

    Polyurethane-coated fabric replacing leather and PVC on seating and soft-touch trim

  • Polyester Nonwoven76 PART FAMILIES

    Bonded polyester fiber web for filtration, liners, and acoustic and thermal insulation