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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
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  • Aluminium EN AW 7075
  • Gummi
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  • MaterialsABSABS - acrylonitrile butadiene styreneABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) is a versatile plastic with high impact strength. More about its properties & applications.
  • MaterialsABSABS plastic sheets compared with high-performance plasticsHow ABS plastic sheets compare to high-performance plastics. Costs, mechanical properties and areas of application.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAlMg3 aluminium sheets – technical data and areas of applicationAlMg3 aluminium sheets: properties, technical data, advantages and typical areas of application in industry, shipbuilding and vehicle construction.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAlSi1MgMn – silicon-magnesium alloyAlSi1MgMn is a silicon-magnesium alloy for cast and structural sheets. More about properties, applications and advantages.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium AlCuMgPb: properties, machining, applicationsEN AW-2007 is a high-strength aluminium alloy with excellent machinability. All properties, areas of application & differences.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium AlMg4.5Mn: properties, applications, advantagesEverything about EN AW-5083: aluminium alloy with high strength, corrosion resistance & excellent weldability.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium chequered plate: properties, applications and adviceSlip-resistant, lightweight and corrosion-resistant: find out all about aluminium chequer plates and the differences between Duett & Quintett.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium composite sheets – structure, properties and possible applicationsEverything about aluminium composite sheets such as – from properties, possible applications, cut to size to advantages over other materials.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium EN AW-1050A: properties and applicationsEverything about aluminium EN AW-1050A: chemical composition, mechanical values, typical applications and differences from others.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium EN AW-6082 (AlMgSi1): high-performance material for industry & engineeringEverything about aluminium AlMgSi1: technical data, areas of application, comparison with other alloys & processing tips.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium rolled sheets vs cast sheets: differences, advantages and applicationsRolled sheet or cast sheet? The key differences between aluminium sheets – including properties, applications & comparison table.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium semi-finished products – shapes, properties and applicationsEverything about aluminium semi-finished products: production, alloys, advantages and applications in industry and trade. Now cut to size online!
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium sheet cut to size – configurable onlineConfigure aluminium sheet precisely to size online: flexible dimensions, high-quality surfaces and fast delivery.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium sheets compared: which thicknesses are available and make sense?What thicknesses are available for aluminium sheets? Which aluminium sheet thickness really suits mechanical engineering, advertising, model making & co.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium sheets for outdoor use – which alloy is weather-resistant?Which aluminium sheets are suitable for outdoor use? Which aluminium alloys are weather-resistant and what should you look out for when buying.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium sheets vs. aluminium composite sheets – what is the difference?The differences between aluminium sheets and aluminium composite sheets – with a comparison table, advantages and specific application recommendations.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium with protective film: benefits, variants & applicationsWhy aluminium with protective film? Protect anodised, ground and raw aluminium parts – ideal for transport and storage.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAluminium-plastic composite sheetsEverything about aluminium-plastic composite sheets: structure, properties, advantages over solid aluminium and typical applications.
  • MaterialsAluminiumAnodised aluminium: properties, advantages and industrial applicationsWhat advantages does anodised aluminium offer for industrial applications, what processes are available and when is it particularly worthwhile.
  • MaterialsAluminiumCast aluminium sheets cut to size – precision manufacturedAluminium cast sheets: high dimensional stability, precise cut to size and versatile formats. Discover the benefits, applications and alloys.
  • MaterialsPA 6Cast polyamideCast polyamide is wear-resistant, durable and ideal for industrial applications. Find out more about its properties and benefits.
  • MaterialsPPChemical recycling vs. mechanical recycling: differences, opportunities and challengesMechanical or chemical recycling? Learn about the differences, advantages, disadvantages and applications of the two recycling processes for plastics.
  • MaterialsAluminiumChemical resistance of aluminium sheetsHow resistant are aluminium sheets? Everything about alloys, anodising, powder coating and applications in chemical environments.
  • MaterialsPE 1000Chemical resistance of plasticsWhich plastics are chemically resistant, and how temperature, concentration and load affect service life.

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