Wear-resistant nylon rods are made with a strong and stiff engineering-grade plastic with bearing and wear properties. Lubricant-filled nylons are made with a lubricant that creates a slippery face that helps reduces friction. Heat-stabilized nylon rods withstand high operating temperatures. Glass-filled nylon enhances the rod’s overall durability. FDA compliant grades of nylon are available for applications requiring contact with food. Nylon rods are lightweight, produce less operating noise, and decrease wear on parts, so they are commonly used to replace metal bearings and bushings.