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Radel R5500 (PPSU)

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How To Measure and Cut-To-Size Policy [X]


Cut-To-Size Items are Non-Returnable!

As per our Shipping and Returns Policy, custom cuts and fabricated parts are non-returnable. If you need an over- or undersized item, note it under "Comments" during Checkout. Cut-to-size orders have an acceptable cut tolerance of 1/8" (0.125"), so clarify if the adjustment is to be made on the (+) or (-) side of the saw blade. Please review our full return and shipping policy here.

Measure Twice, Cut Once

Since custom cuts and fabricated parts are non-refundable, be very careful while measuring your dimensions. As each cut is nominal, even the slightest miscalculation could be costly.

How to Use a Measuring Tape

Extend your tape measure several inches to find the 1 and 2 inch markers. In between the inch markers you’ll find 16 equally spaced tick marks.

Measure by counting the increments beyond the nearest inch. As the increments decrease, so does the length of the mark. For example, 1/2" has a bigger mark than 1/4" which has a bigger mark than 1/8". The smallest mark follows at 1/16". Please be aware that some measuring tapes may have even smaller increments.

Features of a Measuring Tape: Sliding End Hook

The sliding end hook is designed for two different types of measurements. An outside measurement (where the hook of the tape hangs over an edge), requires the hook to slide out a bit to account for the thickness of the material. When making an inside measurement (where the hook will push up against a surface), the clip slides in, again, accounting for its thickness. The measuring tape self-adjusts to guarantee an accurate measurement (as far as the tape is concerned).


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Available in bone white (nt-15), black, blue, grey, green, brown, rust, red and yellow. Custom colors available, call us for details.

Radel r5500 (PPSU) is a mechanical grade plastic with high thermal resistance, great resistance to common sterilization process and excellent toughness. It has terrific mechanical properties as well. These properties give added safety in medical applications. Radel R5500 rod comes in various colors to easily tell the difference in size and instruments. This product also offers high deflection temperatures and outstanding resistance to environmental stress.


  • Lot controlled and traceable
  • Resin meets the requirements of USP Class VI and ISO 10993
  • Superior dimensional stability
  • Outstanding impact resistance
  • Stress relieved
  • Withstands repeated autoclaving
  • Laser markable



Material Warnings

Material Warning  WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Titanium dioxide CAS 13463-67-7, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Handling: Cut materials may have sharp edges. We recommend wearing protective gloves when unpacking and handling this material to ensure safety.

Suitability: We take pride in the quality of our materials as they leave our facility. However, because every project is unique, we cannot account for how materials are modified, stored, or used after delivery. Please perform the necessary tests to ensure this material is right for your specific application and end-use conditions.

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