Plastic Mechanical Parts at Reading Plastic & Metal

Whether you’re in the market for standard plastic mechanical parts or specialized, custom parts, finding a reputable company to supply those parts is integral in the process—no matter the project. At Reading Plastic & Metal, we leverage our staff of qualified machining professionals and our fleet of world-class machinery to deliver expectation-exceeding precision, quality, and promptness. With decades of expertise and a true passion for plastic machining, we’re prepared for any job thrown our way and guarantee top-notch results.

Why Choose Plastic Mechanical Parts Over Metal?

While we provide both plastic and metal machining services, sometimes one material fits the job better than the other. That’s where our years of experience comes in—our team can help find the perfect plastic or metal to fit your project, industry, and standards.

• Parts consolidation – Multiple metal parts can often be redesigned into a single plastic part. Reducing the number of parts also reduces the need for fasteners and assembly.
• Weight reduction – Most plastics are about six times lighter than zinc and have a lower density. Lightweight parts mean greater ease of use and reduced fuel consumption.
• Labor savings – Plastic parts often require minimal assembly and can reduce the need for secondary operations such as welding, painting, and laser marking.
• Performance – Many plastic polymers offer resistance to impact, flame and chemical resistance and are also non-conductive, empowering your parts to perform better in critical applications.

Plastic Mechanical Parts Options

We offer a variety of types of plastics to choose from for your particular parts. With each plastic having different strengths and capabilities, here is a list of plastics and their most common applications and industries:

• PPSU (polyphenylsulfone) plastic is an amorphous thermoplastic known for its superior impact strength and exceptional hydraulic stability. It is commonly used in the medical and aerospace industries.
• PEEK (polyether ether ketone) is a semicrystalline thermoplastic with exceptional mechanical and chemical resistance properties. It is uniquely compatible with ultra-high vacuum applications commonly used for parts in the aerospace, automotive and chemical industries.
• Teflon®, or PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), is a powerhouse synthetic fluoropolymer that has outstanding chemical resistance, excellent performance in extreme temperatures, and low outgassing properties. Teflon is in high demand in the aerospace, industrial, food and beverage, and textile and biomedical industries.
• Ultem®, or polyetherimide, is an advanced plastic that is often used in specialized applications where superior resistance to heat, liquid or electrical current is required. Some common applications include analytical instruments, aircraft components, medical devices, semiconductor parts, and underwater connectors.
• Kynar®, or PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) is a thermoplastic that is commonly used in pipes and fittings to satisfy plumbing needs across many industries.