White Plastic Sheet, 500mm x 300mm x 20mm
- RS Stock No.:
- 0139580
- Brand:
- RS PRO
Technical Reference
Legislation and Compliance
RoHS Certificate of Compliance
EU Directives 2011/65/EU and 2015/863 restrict the use of the 10 substances below in the manufacture of specified types of electrical equipment.
Whilst this restriction does not legally apply to components, it is recognised that component “compliance” is relevant to many customers.
RS definition of RoHS Compliance:
- The product does not contain any of the restricted substances in concentrations and applications banned by the Directive,
- and for components, the product is capable of being worked on at the higher temperatures required by lead–free soldering
The restricted substances and maximum allowed concentrations in the homogenous material are, by weight:
| Substance | Concentration |
| Lead | 0.1% |
| Mercury | 0.1% |
| PBB (Polybrominated Biphenyls) | 0.1% |
| PBDE ( Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers) | 0.1% |
| Hexavalent Chromium | 0.1% |
| Cadmium | 0.01% |
| DEHP (Bis (2-Ethylhexl) phthalate) | 0.1% |
| BBP (Benzyl butyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
| DBP (Dibutyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
| DIBP (Diisobutyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
The supplier of the item listed below has informed RS Components that the product is "RoHS Compliant".
RS Components has taken all reasonable steps to confirm this statement. Information relates only to products sold on or after the date of this certificate.
| RS stock number | 0139580 |
| Product description | White Plastic Sheet, 500mm x 300mm x 20mm |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
RS Components Ltd, Birchington Road, Corby, Northants, NN17 9RS, UK
Statement of Conformity
This statement confirms that the product detailed below complies with the specifications currently published in the RS media and has been subject to the strict quality conditions imposed by RS Components’ internal management systems. Furthermore and where applicable, it confirms that all relevant semiconductor devices have been handled and packed under conditions that meet the administrative and technical requirements of ANSI/ESD S20.20 and EN61340-5-1 electrostatics control standards.
| RS stock number | 0139580 |
| Product description | White Plastic Sheet, 500mm x 300mm x 20mm |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
The foregoing information relates to product sold on, or after, the date shown below.
RS COMPONENTS
| Date | Nov 7, 2024 |
RS Components Pte Ltd Robinson Road, P.O. Box 1582, Singapore 903132
Country of Origin: DE
Product Details
Acetal Copolymer & Homopolymer
RS Pro Natural POM-C Acetal Solid Plastic Sheets, POM Sheet : Polyoxymethylene
From RS Pro a range of high-quality Acetal solid plastic sheets natural in colour and available in a range of sizes and thicknesses.
What are Solid Plastic Sheets?
Solid plastic sheets are sheets of strong durable plastic or plastic like materials which are cut to size and sold in a wide range of sizes and thickness. These hard plastic sheets, once purchased, can then be cut or machined into components for the fabrication of products for use in a wide range of industries. Different plastics have different properties which lend them for use in specific applications
What is POM-C Acetal?
Acetal or polyacetal is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic and is a member of the family of plastics called polyoxymethylene (POM). This POM-C acetal is an unfilled POM copolymer which, due to its high crystallinity, is especially tough with good chemical resistance. This type of acetal also offers high mechanical strength and rigidity, excellent wear, low moisture absorption and excellent dimensional stability. Acetal also has good sliding properties, it is slippy, this means that components made from acetal slide very easily and don’t stick or lock up. This is an essential quality when this plastic is used in delicate or fine instruments where smooth operation is essential and in gears and bearings. Acetal solid plastic sheet is classified as an engineering plastic and, due to its unique properties, is ideal for use in a wide range of industries and is also one of the best engineering plastics for machining.
Features and Benefits
• Strong, tough and rigid
• Low moisture absorption, this reduces likelihood of distortion or expansion during machining
• Excellent dimensional stability. (This is the degree to which a material maintains its original dimensions when subjected to changes in temperature and humidity).
• Hot water resistant
• Good chemical resistance
• Resistant to dilute acids, cleaning agents and many solvents
• Good sliding properties
• Low friction with good wear resistance
• Difficult to bond
• Easily welded
• Good electrical insulation properties
• Easy to machine and polish
What Industries is POM-C Acetal Solid Plastic Sheet used in?
Acetal solid plastic sheet is used in a wide range of industries including the following:
• Mechanical engineering
• Automotive engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Precision engineering
• Transport and conveyor technology
• Food Technology
• Medical Technology
• Aircraft and Aerospace technology
• Oil and gas technology
What Products is POM-C Acetal Solid Plastic Sheet Used in?
Acetal is ideal for use in precision parts that require high rigidity, low friction and excellent dimensional stability. Components that are manufactured from this plastic include the following;
• Household appliances
• Friction bearings
• Gears
• Tool supports
• Housing parts
• Rollers
• Friction Strips
• Plugs
• Insulators
• Agitators and kneading elements
• Seals
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Brand | RS PRO |
| Colour | White |
| Form | Full |
| Length | 500 mm |
| Width | 300 mm |
| Thickness | 20 mm |
| Material | POM |
| Laminated | No |
| Density | 1.41 g/cm³ |
| Tensile Strength | 60 MPa |
| Hardness | M 86 Rockwell |
| Flammability Rating | UL 94 HB |
| Water Absorption | 0.5 % |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +100 °C |
| Polymer Type | Copolymer |
| Elongation | 30 % |
