What is the difference between polycarbonate and acrylic?

Polycarbonate offers 250 times the impact strength of glass and 30 times stronger than acrylic, making it virtually unbreakable for safety applications. Acrylic provides superior optical clarity and costs 30-40% less than polycarbonate but is more brittle. Choose polycarbonate when impact resistance is critical; select acrylic when clarity and weather resistance matter most.

Which plastics are FDA compliant for food contact applications?

FDA-compliant plastics meeting 21 CFR 177 regulations include natural UHMW polyethylene, white acetal copolymer, FDA-grade HDPE, polypropylene, clear polycarbonate, and acrylic. Port Plastics provides material certification documentation confirming FDA compliance with every shipment.

What temperature can PEEK plastic withstand?

PEEK maintains continuous service at temperatures up to 480°F (250°C) and can withstand short-term excursions to 570°F (300°C) without degradation. PEEK retains 90% of its room-temperature tensile strength at 300°F and performs in extreme cold to -40°F without becoming brittle.

Do you offer same-day delivery?

Same-day delivery is available for in-stock materials ordered before noon local time within our standard delivery radius. Each of our 11 facilities maintains inventory of commonly specified materials. Contact your local Port Plastics branch for specific delivery timelines.

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About Port Plastics: Your Trusted Partner in Industrial Plastic Solutions

With Port Plastics, we guarantee you will work with a well-qualified, experienced team with the know-how and resources to deliver solutions, technical support, and cost-effective material choices. You can rest assured that Port Plastics can fulfill your needs based on the following facts:

Port Plastics’ customer service team undergoes routine training in-house and with our top suppliers to keep you current on new materials and application ideas.
Their years of experience help you find effective materials options and avoid costly over-engineering.
They work with you to understand and deliver what you need in products, services, and the important area of documentation for your quality system.
Our solid working relationships with suppliers give you access to their technical support on advanced materials, complex applications, and fabrication techniques.

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Whether you're specifying materials for a critical application, need same-day delivery of in-stock products, or require custom-fabricated components, Port Plastics delivers the materials expertise and responsive service your project demands.