Low friction/ "ductile" material?

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For developing a product that requires a tight fit for a metal part sliding through a plastic material, it's crucial to choose the right type of plastic. While it is possible to find materials that can adapt to the metal part, specific details are necessary for optimal selection. The shape and finish of the metal part, such as whether it is round or polished, can influence the choice of plastic. If the tight fit is needed for alignment, plastics may not be suitable; however, if the requirement is for sealing against gas or water, using an O-ring seal is recommended. PTFE, commonly known as Teflon, is highlighted as a plastic with good lubrication properties that may be beneficial for this application.
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I'm developing a small product, And I need a material ( maybe a plastic ) for a metal part slide through. The material will have a hole and the metal part will go through but will have to be very tight hole and I'm afraid when making production obviously the measurements maybe be different and when assembling the parts the metal part will not be able to go through because it is too big gap or too tight so I need a material that when metal part goes through the material will shrink to adapt. And the metal will go through smoothly.


Is it possible to get a material like this.
 
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Yes, but you must be more specific.

Can the metal part be round?
Can the metal part be polished?

Why must it be a tight fit? If for alignment then plastic will not be good. If for a gas or water seal, then use an O-ring seal.

There are plastics that have good lubrication properties. Consider PTFE = Teflon.
 
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