RS PRO Yellow Polypropylene Resin Rod, 1.219 m x 25.4 mm Diameter

The RS PRO Polypropylene HS Rod range is manufactured from premium heat-stabilised polypropylene (HS) material, offering an excellent balance of strength, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, and biocompatibility for demanding industrial, medical, and life science applications. Designed for precision machining, these engineering plastic rods provide outstanding performance in environments requiring repeated sterilisation, low moisture absorption, and long-term reliability.

Suitable for medical device manufacturing, laboratory equipment, diagnostic systems, and cleanroom applications, RS PRO Polypropylene HS Rods comply with ISO 10993 biocompatibility requirements and meet FDA and USP Class VI standards, making them an Ideal choice for regulated industries where material traceability, safety, and consistency are essential.

The heat-stabilised polypropylene formulation delivers enhanced thermal performance while maintaining excellent resistance to hydrolysis, chemicals, and moisture. The material can withstand common sterilisation methods including steam autoclaving, ethylene oxide (EtO), and cold sterilisation processes, supporting repeated cleaning cycles without compromising performance.

With excellent machinability and laser-marking capability, these solid extruded rods can be easily fabricated into custom components requiring high precision and durability. Their combination of toughness, rigidity, and lightweight construction makes them suitable for a wide range of engineered parts in healthcare, pharmaceutical processing, scientific instrumentation, and industrial manufacturing applications.

Heat-stabilised polypropylene (HS) construction

Excellent dimensional stability

High strength, toughness, and ductility

Low moisture absorption of just 0.025%

Outstanding chemical and hydrolysis resistance

Suitable for repeated sterilisation cycles

Easily machined into custom components

Laser-markable surface

Biocompatible material

Full lot traceability for quality assurance

Lightweight with density of 0.90 g/cm³

Suitable for medical, laboratory, and industrial environments

Available in multiple colour options for product identification and process control

Medical device components

Orthopaedic trial components

Diagnostic equipment

Laboratory and analytical instruments

Pharmaceutical processing equipment

Life science instrumentation

Cleanroom components

Sterile environment fixtures

Fluid handling systems

Precision-machined engineering parts

Custom fabricated industrial components

RS PRO Polypropylene HS Rods are compatible with:

Steam autoclaving

Ethylene Oxide (EtO) sterilisation

Cold sterilisation processes

ISO 10993 Biocompatibility Compliant

FDA Compliant

USP Class VI Compliant

What is heat-stabilised polypropylene?
Heat-stabilised polypropylene contains additives that improve resistance to elevated temperatures and repeated sterilisation cycles while maintaining mechanical performance and dimensional stability.

Can these rods be machined?
Yes. RS PRO Polypropylene HS Rods offer excellent machinability and are suitable for turning, milling, drilling, and fabrication into customised components.

Are these rods suitable for medical applications?
Yes. The material complies with ISO 10993, FDA, and USP Class VI requirements, making it suitable for many medical, laboratory, and life science applications.

Can the material be sterilised?
Yes. The rods are compatible with steam autoclaving, EtO gas sterilisation, and cold sterilisation methods.

Why choose RS PRO Polypropylene HS Rods?
They combine chemical resistance, biocompatibility, low moisture absorption, dimensional stability, and ease of machining, making them an excellent choice for demanding precision-engineered applications.