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Top rated plastic bars
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Best overall
McMaster-Carr 8743K29
High-quality plastic bar stock available in various materials like nylon, acetal, and PTFE; known for consistent dimensions and excellent machinability.
- Wide material selection
- Precise dimensions
- Excellent machinability
- No direct Amazon listing
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Best budget pick
Uxcell Nylon Plastic Rod 12mm x 300mm
Affordable nylon rod suitable for DIY projects, bearings, and spacers; good surface finish and straightness.
- Low cost
- Good for basic projects
- Decent quality
- Limited size options
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Best for precision parts
McMaster-Carr Acetal (POM) Bar 10mm x 1ft
Acetal rod with tight tolerances, low friction, and high stiffness; ideal for gears, bushings, and machined components.
- Tight tolerances
- Low friction
- High stiffness
- Higher cost
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Best for chemical resistance
Uxcell PTFE Rod 20mm x 100mm
PTFE plastic rod with excellent chemical resistance and low friction; suitable for seals, gaskets, and non-stick applications.
- Chemical resistant
- Non-stick
- Low friction
- Soft material
- Limited dimensional accuracy
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Best for durability
Grainger Nylon 6/6 Rod 1/2" x 3ft
Durable nylon 6/6 rod with high tensile strength and wear resistance; commonly used for structural parts and handles.
- High strength
- Wear resistant
- Good impact resistance
- Moisture absorption
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Best for general use
Amazon Basics Plastic Rod (Nylon) 1/4" x 12"
Versatile nylon rod good for repairs, crafts, and light mechanical applications; offers a balance of strength and flexibility.
- Versatile
- Good value
- Easy to cut
- Not for heavy loads
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Best high-temperature
McMaster-Carr Ultem 1000 Rod 1/4" x 2ft
Ultem polyetherimide rod with high heat resistance and strength; ideal for aerospace, medical, and high-performance parts.
- High heat resistance
- High strength
- Flame retardant
- Expensive
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Best for outdoor use
Uxcell HDPE Plastic Rod 25mm x 300mm
HDPE rod resistant to moisture, UV, and chemicals; good for outdoor furniture, cutting boards, and marine applications.
- Weather resistant
- UV resistant
- Low cost
- Low melting point
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Best for machining
Delrin (Acetal) Rod 1" x 2ft by ePlastics
Delrin acetal rod popular for CNC machining with excellent dimensional stability and low moisture absorption.
- Machines easily
- Dimensional stability
- Low moisture absorption
- Not for high temperatures
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Best for chemical environments
McMaster-Carr PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) Rod 1/2" x 1ft
PPS rod with outstanding chemical and heat resistance; suitable for aggressive chemical processing and high-temp applications.
- Exceptional chemical resistance
- High heat resistance
- Flame retardant
- Very expensive