UHMW Polyethylene Plastic Sheet Info
UHMW (ultra high molecular weight polyethylene) is a tough plastic with high abrasion and wear resistance. The versatility of UHMW enables its use in many industrial applications that require durability, low friction, and chemical resistance.
Advantages
- very tough and durable
- abrasion and impact resistant
- chemical and corrosion resistant
- low friction
- easy to machine
- lightweight
- low moisture absorption
Applications
- Packaging and food processing machinery parts
- Guide rails and dock fenders
- Conveyor wear strips
- Liners for chutes, hoppers, and truck beds
- Bearings and washers
- Sprockets
Cut Tolerance +0" -.25"
| Tensile Strength (psi): | 3,100 |
| Impact Strength (ft-lbs/in): | 5+ |
| Specific Gravity: | .93 |
| Machinability: | 70% |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (in/in/°F x 10-5): | 11.1 |
| Water Absorption (24hr Immersion): | slight |
| Flexural Modulus of Elasticity (psi): | 110,000 |
