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Polyurethane Sheet & Rod: High-Performance Plastic Supply

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Polyurethane is an elastomer plastic known for its ability to easily return to its original shape after a force is applied, distinguishing it from standard plastics. This material offers a wide range of hardness, typically falling between 10A and 90D on the Shore or durometer scale, with Industrial Plastic Supply offering products in the 60A – 90D range. It is processed by casting into molds and is valued for its high impact strength, abrasion resistance, and excellent cut and tear strength. Polyurethane is commonly used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and defense, often replacing materials like rubber, fiberglass, steel, and aluminum in various applications.

Polyurethane is in the Elastomer family of plastics, and is available in a variety of colors and ‘hardness’ ranges.

Polyurethane is in the Elastomer family of plastics, and is available in different levels of hardness (Durometers). Because of the numerous different ways that this material can be manufactured, please inquire directly so we can properly process your order.

Hardness is measured by the Shore or durometer scale. Polyurethane falls into the range between 10A and 90D (see material properties for details). Our Polyurethane sheet and rod generally are made in the 60A – 90D hardness range.

Polyurethane Sheet and Rod in a variety of colors and hardness

This material is used to replace rubber, fiberglass, steel, aluminum, and ceramics in certain situations. This does not mean that it works for every application or that it would be a perfect substitute for any of materials mentioned.

Polyurethane is processed by casting the material into molds, and allowing the mixture to cure. It also offers flexibility in it’s ability to be cast with a fabric surface, enabling bonding to metal and other urethanes.

Other Plastic Materials

Polyurethane falls outside of the standard plastic classifications and into the Elastomer family. This means that when a force is applied, the material easily returns to it’s original shape. A notable benefit of using this material is the wide range of durometers.

  • High Impact Strength and Load Bearing Capacity 
  • Abrasion Resistance
  • Excellent Cut & Tear Strength
  • Resistance to Oils & Solvents
  • Long Flex Life and High or Low Resilience
  • Wide Range of Hardness/Durometer Rating (60A – 90D)
  • Good Hydrolytic Stability

Polyurethane is ITAR compliant, and Polyurethane is RoHS compliant.

Major industries that have applications with polyurethane are: automotive, aerospace, electronics, defense, power presses/dies, mining, paperboard, material handling, and more. 

Typical applications include:

  • Arc shield on railroad cars, replacing fiberglass parts that cost too much due to repair
  • Wheels on carts, trolleys, skateboards, and similar applications that require load bearing capacity and wear resistance
  • Gaskets, seals, and other applications where rubber might be used
  • Rigid foam insulation and flexible foam seating

Sheet:

Most Sheets come in 48″ X 48″ sizes.

Rod:

Most Rods come in 48″ lengths. 

Tolerances are different per material and manufactured batch.

For different sizes or specific tolerances, please inquire. 

This link will open the size and material property page created by our Premium Urethane Supplier. It shows the various properties and durometers for the wide range of available polyurethanes. 

CLICK HERE

These Properties are for evaluation purposes only. This information is not to be construed as a warranty, guarantee or assurance that you may achieve the same results. Materials made from different resin types, manufacturing techniques and manufacturers will react differently. The information should be used to compare against other materials only, and each user should make his own tests to determine suitability. No warranty as to this materials suitability are either expressed nor implied.
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Polyurethane Data Sheet

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What are the frequently asked questions about Polyurethane?

Polyurethane is an elastomer known for its high impact strength, load-bearing capacity, and excellent abrasion resistance, making it suitable for industrial applications. It also offers good resistance to oils and solvents, a long flex life, and a wide range of hardness (durometer) ratings, and easily returns to its original shape after a force is applied. Industrial Plastic Supply offers polyurethane in sheet and rod forms, generally manufactured within the 60A to 90D hardness range, and it can also be cast with a fabric surface for bonding. Polyurethane can replace materials like rubber, fiberglass, steel, aluminum, and ceramics in certain applications due to its unique properties, though it may not be a perfect substitute for every use. To specify the correct hardness, which is measured by the Shore or durometer scale (10A-90D range, with our products in 60A-90D), it is recommended to inquire directly due to the numerous manufacturing variations.