Polyester (PET)

Polyethylene Terephthalate – known as PET or Polyester– is a thermoplastic polymer that can be amorphous, crystalline, or a mixture of both, depending on how it is processed. All forms provide good chemical resistance and durability. Polymershapes offers a wide selection of polyester in sheet, film, rod and tube.

Polyester is known for having high dimensional stability coupled with excellent wear resistance, a low coefficient of friction, high strength, and resistance to moderately acidic solutions. Its low moisture absorption enables mechanical and electrical properties to remain virtually unaffected by moisture. These properties make it especially suitable for the manufacture of precision mechanical parts which must sustain high loads and endure persistent wear. Polyester is available in FDA, UDSA, 3A-Dairy and Canada AG compliant grades for a broad range of applications, making it an excellent candidate for parts used in food processing equipment.

Polymershapes can meet your PET needs with high-quality materials from trusted manufacturers including Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials (formerly Quadrant EPP), makers of Ertalyte®. And did you know Polymershapes has the capabilities to be your one-stop shop for all your plastics needs? Ask about our precision cutting and fabrication capabilities to deliver on your specific polyester requirements. We can provide you with any of our high-quality plastics and materials in the length, width and thickness you need. With Engineering Plastics from Polymershapes, you can go where your inspiration takes you!

We are also ready to serve your other plastics needs – we offer a vast inventory of material solutions and associated products, and a wide range of exceptional value-added services that will help you exceed your customers’ expectations.

For all your Polyester needs — and much, much more! — Contact your local Polymershapes facility today!