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Commonly used in food processing equipment, conveyor systems and general engineering, it provides a reliable and durable alternative to metals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eManufactured from blue acetal copolymer for high strength and excellent dimensional stability.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFood-safe material suitable for use in many food-contact and hygienic processing applications.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow moisture absorption to minimise swelling, warping and loss of tolerance in humid or wash-down environments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood UV resistance to help maintain performance and appearance in outdoor or high-light conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRange of diameters from 20mm up to 100mm to suit small precision parts through to larger structural components.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStandard lengths including 500mm, 1000mm, 1500mm and 3000mm for flexible cutting and machining options.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent machining characteristics for turning, milling, drilling and threading using standard workshop equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh mechanical strength and stiffness provide a robust alternative to metal components while reducing overall weight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow friction, good wear resistance and low stick-slip behaviour make it ideal for moving parts such as gears, guides and bearings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow water absorption helps parts maintain tight tolerances and smooth operation in damp, chilled or wash-down areas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFood-safe blue material aids visual detection and compliance in food, beverage and pharmaceutical environments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUV resistance and good fatigue performance support long service life in both indoor and sheltered outdoor use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to machine and fabricate, helping reduce production time, tooling wear and overall manufacturing costs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAcetal copolymer (POM-C), blue, food-safe grade\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAvailable diameters\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eFrom 20mm up to 100mm (including 20mm, 25mm and additional intermediate sizes)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAvailable lengths\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e500mm, 1000mm, 1500mm, 3000mm (and additional standard options)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBlue (solid, non-translucent)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eKey properties\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHigh strength, low friction, low moisture absorption, UV resistant\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTypical applications\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eSeals, gears, bearings, bushes, rollers, wear strips and precision machined parts\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eApplications and Ideal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis blue acetal plastic rod is suited to a wide variety of engineering and processing environments where clean operation, reliability and dimensional stability are required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFood and beverage processing equipment, guides, scrapers and machine components.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMachined gears, sprockets, pulleys and drive components in conveyor and handling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBearings, bushes, rollers and wear strips for low-friction, low-maintenance motion control.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrecision seals, spacers, manifolds and custom components in general engineering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePharmaceutical, packaging and printing machinery where clean, low-wear plastics are required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this blue acetal rod suitable for direct food contact applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes, the rod is manufactured from a food-safe grade of acetal copolymer, making it suitable for many direct and indirect food contact applications when correctly processed and used in line with relevant regulations. Always confirm suitability against your specific process and hygiene requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the acetal rod be easily machined into complex components?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes, acetal machines very well using conventional metalworking tools and techniques. It can be turned, milled, drilled and threaded with good chip formation and minimal tool wear, making it ideal for producing detailed, close-tolerance parts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does low moisture absorption benefit components made from this material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe low moisture absorption of acetal means that parts take up very little water, so they are far less prone to swelling, warping or dimensional changes. 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