About Nylatron GS|Nylatron GS (Quadrant brand name for graphite-filled Nylon). See Nylon GS for details. The most widely recognized brand of self-lubricating nylon.
About Plate|Thick flat stock, generally 3/16" and up, used for machined base plates, fixture plates, wear surfaces, and structural fabrication. Heavier grades get milled, drilled, and tapped directly.