Suggestions for plastcs in tool handles to resist hammer impacts

[MoldMaker]

Can anyone suggest a material best suited to resist hammer impacts on tool handles, such as screwdrivers and other things most everyone beats up on?<br>Thanks for your suggestions.

 

[concacc]

Poycarbonates are available with high impact resistance.<br>Used in many sporting goods. Helmets, etc.

 

[plasticschick]

Radel is a possible candidate for your application.&nbsp;&nbsp;We have manufactured many handle injection molds that are designed for Radel, specifically for the surgical market for doctors that are not always careful with their instruments.&nbsp;&nbsp;Good luck!

 

[Flinger]

I had a job where we needed insane impact resistance. We ended up with Dow Isoplast 101LGF60, which is a polyurethane with 60% long glass fibers. It requires a fair size gate but it is harder than the hinges on the gates of hell. Look at the IZOD impact numbers.

A cheaper solution might be any glass-filled nylon. Ask your molder.