He Acetal (POM), available in bars and sheets, is one of the engineering plastics most commonly used in industry thanks to its excellent combination of rigidity, wear resistance, dimensional stability and low coefficient of frictionAt Suimtec, we offer high-quality Acetal solutions for the manufacture of mechanical parts, structural components, and precision systems in key sectors such as automotive, food, electronics, and machinery.

What is Acetal?

He Acetal, also known as polyoxymethylene (POM)It is a semicrystalline thermoplastic that offers properties similar to those of metals in terms of rigidity, but with less weight and greater corrosion resistance. It is commonly found in the form of round bars, square bars and rectangular sheets, ready for machining.

Thanks to your high dimensional stability and machinabilityAcetal is ideal for replacing metal parts in systems where precision, strength and low friction are required.

Key properties of Acetal

• High mechanical strength and rigidity
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Low coefficient of friction (ideal for sliding components)
• Good chemical resistance to oils, solvents and fuels
• Suitable for food contact (FDA grade available)
• Good machinability for turning, milling or drilling
• Resistance to wear and mechanical fatigue
• Continuous operating temperature: between -50 °C and +100 °C

Common applications of Acetal bars and sheets

1. Food and beverage industry

• Rollers, bushings and gears for production lines
• Components in contact with food thanks to their FDA version
• Parts that require hygiene, moisture resistance and low wear

2. Automotive and transport

• Parts exposed to constant friction (bearings, gears, guide rails)
• Electrical components, connectors and heavy-duty plastic fasteners

3. Machinery and automation

• High-precision cams, sprockets, pulleys, guides and moving parts
• Mechanical systems that require low friction and high stability

4. Electronics and Telecommunications

• Structural and insulating components in electronic devices
• Applications where thermal and dielectric insulation is required

5. Medical and pharmaceutical sector

• Mechanical parts for medical equipment, dosing pumps and valves

Key differences between Acetal and other engineering plastics

Why choose Acetal from Suimtec?

In Suimtec we have High purity Acetal bars and sheetsAvailable in various sizes and formats. Our products comply with international quality standardsAnd we can offer materials suitable for food contact (FDA certified), as well as modified presentations with PTFE filler to further improve wear resistance.

In addition, we offer personalized technical advice to select the appropriate type of plastic according to working conditions, load type, friction, temperature, and chemical environment.