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PP rod grey
Would you like to buy grey PP rods? At Martan you can obtain grey polypropylene rods in RAL 7032 as technical plastic semi-finished products for apparatus…
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Would you like to buy grey PP rods? At Martan you can obtain grey polypropylene rods in RAL 7032 as technical plastic semi-finished products for apparatus engineering, plant engineering, chemical engineering and mechanical engineering.
The rods are offered in the shop with a length of approx. 1,000 mm. Choose the suitable diameter and order your grey PP rod online.
Buy grey PP rod RAL 7032
Polypropylene is a versatile engineering plastic with low density, very good chemical resistance and good machinability.
The grey version in RAL 7032 combines these technical properties with a uniform industrial colour.
Typical advantages:
- very good chemical resistance
- low density
- low water absorption
- good rigidity
- good mechanical load capacity
- good electrical insulation
- good machinability by cutting
- good weldability
- grey version RAL 7032
- cut to size possible
Choose the variant you need and order your grey polypropylene rod directly online.
PP rod 1000 mm and 2000 mm
Martan offers grey PP rods in standard lengths of 1,000 and 2,000 mm.
The shop offers the variant with a length of approx. 1,000 mm.
This makes the round material suitable both for individual components and for smaller series.
Typical components are:
- bushes
- spacers
- rollers
- holders
- supports
- sealing elements
- pump parts
- flanges
- technical turned parts
For smaller components, a custom cut piece may be more sensible than a full standard length.
PP rods 20–300 mm diameter
Martan states a standard range of 20 to 300 mm diameter for grey PP rods.
Different standard lengths are available depending on the diameter.
Typical search sizes are for example:
- grey PP rod 20 mm
- grey PP rod 30 mm
- grey PP rod 40 mm
- grey PP rod 50 mm
- grey PP rod 60 mm
- grey PP rod 80 mm
- grey PP rod 100 mm
- grey PP rod 150 mm
- grey PP rod 200 mm
- grey PP rod 300 mm
You can select the specific size available directly via the product or variant selection.
PP rod cut to size
You do not need a full standard length?
Then a PP rod cut to size may be the right solution.
Martan expressly states custom special lengths and cut pieces as a feasible option.
Typical machining processes are:
- sawing
- turning
- milling
- drilling
- CNC machining
- welding
A suitable cut piece reduces unnecessary material use and can simplify subsequent production.
Properties of grey PP rods
PP is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic and is one of the proven standard engineering plastics.
Typical properties of the grey PP version are:
- density of approx. 0.91 g/cm³
- very low water absorption
- very good resistance to many acids
- very good resistance to many alkalis
- very good resistance to salt solutions
- good impact strength at room temperature
- very good electrical insulation
- good machinability by cutting
- good weldability
- technical colour RAL 7032
Martan states a usual temperature range of about −10 °C to +100 °C, briefly up to about 120 °C.
PP rod for chemical and plant engineering
High chemical resistance is one of the most important reasons for using polypropylene.
PP rods are therefore particularly suitable for components in:
- chemical plants
- tank systems
- apparatus
- pump systems
- pipeline environments
- ventilation systems
- environmental technology
Typical components are:
- spacers
- supports
- pump parts
- flanges
- holders
- sealing elements
- construction parts in contact with media
For specific chemicals, suitability should always be checked taking into account the medium, concentration and service temperature.
Why PP rods RAL 7032?
RAL 7032 is a grey colour frequently used in technical and industrial areas.
The grey version can be sensible when:
- a uniform technical appearance is required
- components should match existing plant in colour
- component groups are to be visually identified
- light natural colours are to be avoided
- a neutral industrial shade is required
However, the colour should always be considered only after the technical material suitability.
What are PP rods used for?
Grey PP rods RAL 7032 are suitable for numerous industrial components.
Typical areas of application are:
- apparatus engineering
- plant engineering
- tank construction
- chemical engineering
- mechanical engineering
- ventilation technology
- environmental technology
- electrical engineering
Typical components are:
- supports
- spacers
- bushes
- pump components
- flanges
- holders
- sealing elements
- rollers
- technical turned parts
Turning PP rod
PP can be machined well by cutting with suitable tools.
By turning, for example, the following can be produced:
- bushes
- rings
- spacers
- rollers
- sleeves
- connecting elements
For clean results, tool geometry, cutting parameters and chip removal should be matched to polypropylene.
Milling and drilling PP rod
In addition to turning, PP can also be milled and drilled.
This allows, among other things:
- cross holes
- grooves
- surfaces
- recesses
- fastening holes
to be introduced into the component.
For more complex technical components, CNC machining can be used.
Welding PP rod
Polypropylene can be welded well using suitable thermal processes.
Possible processes are for example:
- hot plate welding
- extrusion welding
- hot gas welding
As a result, PP is particularly suitable for tank, apparatus and plant engineering.
Bonding is considerably more demanding due to the low surface energy of polypropylene and is often not preferred.
PP rod or PP sheet?
Which semi-finished product form is suitable depends on the component geometry.
PP rods are particularly suitable for:
- bushes
- spacers
- rollers
- rings
- sleeves
- turned parts
PP sheets are particularly suitable for:
- tanks
- claddings
- covers
- linings
- flat construction parts
- milled components
You can find suitable flat material under PP sheets grey RAL 7032.
PP or PVC rod?
Both PP and PVC are frequently used in apparatus and plant engineering.
PP offers in particular:
- lower density
- very good chemical resistance
- good weldability
- higher toughness
PVC-U offers in particular:
- higher rigidity
- good dimensional accuracy
- good chemical resistance
- high dimensional stability
Which variant is more suitable depends on temperature, medium, mechanical load and design.
You can find suitable PVC rods under PVC rigid rods RAL 7011.
PP or PE300 rod?
PP and PE300 are lightweight polyolefins with good chemical resistance.
PP offers in particular:
- higher rigidity
- higher temperature resistance
- good chemical resistance
- good weldability
PE300 / PE-HD offers in particular:
- high toughness
- good impact resistance
- low water absorption
- economical standard applications
You can find suitable variants under PE300 / PE-HD rods.
PP or POM-C rod?
If particularly high dimensional accuracy and precise machining are required, POM-C can be an alternative.
PP offers advantages in:
- chemical resistance
- low weight
- weldability
- apparatus and tank construction
POM-C offers advantages in:
- rigidity
- dimensional accuracy
- precise machining
- mechanical functional parts
You can find suitable material under POM-C rods.
Order grey PP rods online
Order your grey PP rods RAL 7032 directly online from Martan Plastics.
You receive:
- grey polypropylene rods
- colour RAL 7032
- approx. 1,000 mm shop length
- standard lengths up to 2,000 mm
- diameters from 20 to 300 mm
- cut to size
- good machinability by cutting
- good weldability
- round material for components subject to chemical exposure
Choose the right version now and order your grey PP rod online.
Frequently asked questions about grey PP rods
Can I buy grey PP rods online?
Yes. Martan carries grey PP rods RAL 7032 as a separate product in the online shop.
Which diameters are available for PP rods?
Martan states a standard range of 20 to 300 mm diameter. The available length depends on the respective diameter.
How long are PP rods?
The shop offers a length of approx. 1,000 mm. Martan additionally states standard lengths of 1,000 and 2,000 mm.
Can I order PP rods cut to size?
Yes. Special lengths and custom cut pieces can be realised on request.
Is PP chemical-resistant?
PP has very good resistance to numerous acids, alkalis and salt solutions. For specific media, concentration and temperature should be taken into account.
Can PP be machined well?
Yes. PP can be sawn, turned, milled and drilled.
Can PP be welded?
Yes. Polypropylene can be welded well using suitable thermal processes.
Is PP also available as a sheet?
Yes. You can find suitable flat semi-finished products under PP sheets grey RAL 7032.
