Essential Consumable Materials for Industrial Efficiency: Specifications You Need to Know
Consumable materials are items used in industrial, construction, or maintenance tasks that are consumed, worn out, or replaced frequently. Here are some common types along with their specifications:
CONSUMABLE MATERIALS AND ACCESSORIES
Items used in construction, maintenance, or industrial processes that are regularly used up, worn out, or replaced are known as consumable materials. Here are a few popular varieties and their attributes:
Welding Consumables
Specification:
Welding wires: solid, flux-cored, copper-coated wires with spool sizes ranging from 5 to 15 kg;
welding rods: mild steel, stainless steel, low hydrogen, 2.5 to 5 mm in diameter
AWS A5.1 electrodes (E6013, E7018), which are resistant to heat and moisture
Flux: Large slag volume, simple slag removal, and resistance to moisture absorption


Abrasive Consumables
Specification:
Cutting Disks: Aluminum oxide or silicon carbide, diameter 100-350 mm
Grinding Wheels: Bonded abrasive, hardness G-K, reinforced fiberglass
Flap Discs: Zirconia alumina, grit sizes 40-120, angle grinder compatibility
Sanding Belts: Aluminum oxide, cloth backing, grit size 60-400
Fasteners and Fixings
Specification:
Bolts and Nuts: Stainless steel, grade 8.8 or higher, hexagonal shape
Washers: Flat, spring, and lock types, corrosion-resistant coating
Screws: Self-tapping, machine, and wood screws, zinc-plated
Anchors: Mechanical and chemical, heavy-duty load-bearing


Adhesives and Sealants
Specification:
Epoxy adhesives offer high bonding strength, chemical resistance, and quick cure.
Silicone sealants are waterproof and temperature tolerant (-40°C to 200°C).
Thread lockers offer medium to high strength and vibration resistance.
Construction adhesives: polyurethane-based, gap-filling, quick-setting.
Packaging and Tapes
Specification:
Polyethylene-coated duct tape has excellent tensile strength and is weather resistant.
PVC electrical tape with flame-retardant properties and a voltage rating of up to 600V.
Paper-backed masking tape with heat resistance up to 80°C and simple removal.
Packing tape: 48 mm wide, acrylic adhesive, translucent or brown.
Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies
Specification:
Solvent-based, biodegradable degreasers have strong solvency power.
Multi-purpose lubricants with high temperature tolerance and anti-corrosion compounds.
Cleaning rags: Cotton, microfiber, lint-free, and oil-absorbent.
Descaling agents can be acidic or neutral, operating quickly and without corrosiveness.
Industrial Paints and Coatings
Specification:
Epoxy paint: a two-component system with high durability and chemical resistance.
polyurethane coating: flexible, resistant to UV light, and gloss retention.
And anti-corrosion coating: zinc-rich, rust-prevention, primer, and topcoat system
Fire-Retardant Paint: ASTM E84-compliant fire rating and intumescent qualities
Lubricants and Greases
Specification:
Lithium-based multipurpose grease with a temperature range of -20°C to 120°C .
Chain Lubricant: High adherence, corrosion protection, and anti-fling qualities .
Anti-Seize Compound: Based on copper or nickel, it stops galling and can withstand temperatures of up to 1200°C.
Hydraulic Oil: high viscosity index, anti-wear additives, ISO VG 32/46.
Fastening Consumables
Specification:
Rivets: Aluminum, stainless steel, blind rivets, diameters 3-8 mm.
Cable Ties: Nylon 66, UV-resistant, tensile strength up to 50 kg.
Hose Clamps: Stainless steel, worm drive or spring-loaded, corrosion-resistant.
Pipe Sealing Tape: PTFE (Teflon), temperature tolerance -200°C to 260°C, low friction.
Safety Consumables
Specification:
Dust Masks: N95/N99 rated, disposable, adjustable nose clip.
Safety Tape: Reflective, non-slip surface, 50-100 mm width.
Disposable Gloves: Nitrile or latex, powder-free, chemical-resistant.
Safety Labels: Vinyl, adhesive backing, high visibility colors.
Electrical Consumables
Specification:
Copper or aluminum cable lugs are crimped or fastened and tin-plated to withstand corrosion.
Polyolefin heat shrink tubing with a shrink ratio of 2:1 or 3:1 is flame retardant.
Twist-on, push-in wire connectors are insulated and rated for 600V.
Screw or spring-loaded terminal blocks with a rated voltage of 600V and current range of 10-100A.
Construction Consumables
Specification:
Concrete additives, including plasticizers, accelerators, and corrosion inhibitors, should be applied according to requirements.
Oil- or water-based formwork release agents are non-staining and easy to apply.
Cementitious or epoxy-based grouts have strong compressive strength and are non-shrink.
Acrylic or silicone-based caulking compounds have good adherence and paintability.
Cleaning and Disinfection Supplies
Specification:
Alcohol-based, antimicrobial, quick-drying disinfectant wipes.
Hand Sanitizer: a gel or liquid with 70% or more alcohol.
Industrial cleaners: low VOC, solvent-based, and effective at removing oil and grease.
Abrasive floor cleaning pads that work well with floor machines and can be used for polishing or scrubbing.
Office and Stationery Consumables
Specification:
High-yield laser or inkjet printer cartridges that are compatible or original
Notes that are sticky: 76 x 76 mm, neon colors, and an adhesive backing
Binding supplies include spiral coils, plastic combs, and a 300-sheet capacity.
Water-resistant, printable, and self-adhesive labels
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