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Guides to materials, machining and industries – from the Martan Group's shops, now in one place.

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Materials · Look up technical terms: the glossary

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  • ABS
  • Acrylglas (PMMA)
  • Aluminium
  • Aluminium EN AW 7075
  • Gummi
  • Hartpapier (HP 2061)
  • PA 6
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  • GuidesPTFEPTFE Sheets from the ProfessionalPTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) sheets are available from your system partner for PTFE.
  • GuidesPTFEPTFE Teflon® sheets whitePTFE Teflon® sheets | PTFE semi-finished products | Teflon® sheets | PTFE plastic | PTFE sheet | Teflon semi-finished products | PTFE Teflon® sheets turned/milled parts
  • GuidesPTFEPTFE, POM or PA6: Which plastic is suitable for plain bearings?Which plastic is suitable for plain bearings? PTFE, POM-C and PA6 compared: friction, wear, load capacity, moisture and dimensional stability.
  • GuidesPTFEPTFE/Teflon sheets: advantages and application areasThe advantages of PTFE/Teflon sheets. Buy Teflon now and choose the right sheet for your industry.
  • GuidesPOM-CRods made from engineering plastic: suitable for which applications?Rods made from engineering plastic are versatile – whether in mechanical engineering, medical technology or the food industry. Find out more about materials, applications and processing.
  • GuidesGummiRubber sealsRubber seals and O-rings to drawing or size.
  • GuidesGummiScreen sealScreen seals for industrial filtration and cleaning. Precision-made to size, robust and reliable in use.
  • GuidesPURSealing materials for special requirementsSealing materials for special requirements: heat-resistant, chemically resistant, pressure-resistant, approved. Overview for industry.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting O-rings correctlySelecting O-rings correctly: material comparison, dimensions, installation & typical mistakes. Find the right seal for your application.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for hydraulic systemsFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for pneumatic systemsFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for rotating applicationsSelecting the right seals for rotating shafts: comparison, table and practical decision-making aid for industrial applications.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for vacuumFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • GuidesGummiSelecting seals for water technologyFlat gaskets made of rubber in NBR, EPDM, FKM & silicone. Find out all about applications, selection criteria and custom-made parts.
  • GuidesPTFESelf-lubricating plasticsEverything about self-lubricating plastics. Which materials are suitable, where are they used and what advantages do they offer?
  • GuidesGummiService life of flat gaskets – when to replace?Find out how long flat gaskets last, which factors influence their service life and when replacement is necessary.
  • GuidesPEEKSolutionsMartan Plastics offers professional plastic machining: CNC milling, turning, waterjet cutting & 3D printing for high-precision components.
  • GuidesPEEKStructural components in the defence sector – material comparison PEEK, PTFE, PEI & PA6Comparison of the most important plastics for military structural components: PEEK, PTFE, PEI and PA6 at a glance. Properties, areas of application and manufacturing requirements for highly stressed components.
  • GuidesPTFETeflon® rods from ptfe24.deTeflon® rods as cut pieces at PTFE24 - enquire online now.
  • GuidesPOM-CThermal conductivity of plasticsWhich materials can conduct heat, how additives improve conductivity and in which industry these plastics are used.
  • GuidesGummiViton sealHigh-quality Viton seals for industry & trade. Resistant to chemicals, oils & heat. Discover our FKM seals.
  • GuidesPA 6Wear-resistant plastics: materials for moving applicationsFind out which wear-resistant plastics perform in moving applications. From PA to POM to PEEK.
  • GuidesPEEKWhat are high-performance plastics?High-performance plastics are, strictly speaking, engineering plastics that stand out for their mechanical, electrical and thermal properties.
  • GuidesPEEKWhich high-performance plastics are suitable for extreme temperatures?Discover the best high-performance plastics for extreme temperatures. Learn more about their properties and possible applications.

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