Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Tubing
What is UHMW-PE?
UHMW-PE stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. It is the highest quality polyethylene (PE) available, designed for heavy-duty work and a wide range of applications. It brings savings in a series of heavy applications. The ultra-high molecular weight is the secret of the unique properties of this polymer. Its high-density polyethylene resin weights molecule ranging from 3 to 6 million, compared to 300,000 to 500,000 for (HMW) resins. That difference is what ensures that this material is strong enough to withstand abrasion and impact better than lower-level poly products. The high molecular weight of UHMW-PE means that it will not melt or flow like a molten liquid. The processing methods are derived from those metal powder technologies. UHMW-PE cannot be processed and shaped by conventional plastic processing techniques (injection molding, blow molding, or thermoforming). Compression molding is the most common conversion process used with this resin because it produces a stronger, more consistent product.
Ultra High Molecular Weight (UHMW) is a polymer designed with a unique combination of wear and corrosion resistance, low friction, and impact resistance. UHMW is resistant to chemical attack and moisture absorption and retains its key physical properties at -30 ° C.
The very high molecular weight (UHMW) of polyethylene mostly outlives all other materials, including metals, nylon, urethane, and fluoroplastics.
Other attributes of UHMW Ultra High Molecular Weight Sheet products include:
• Should be resistant to abrasion
• Should have a low coefficient of friction
• Should be easy to machine
• Should have a low noise level
• Should be self-lubricating
• Should not absorb moisture
• Should be non-toxic and have a low friction
• Should have a high Impact strength (will not break or shatter)
• Should be resistant to chemical
• Should be FDA and USDA accepted
Applications include: spindles, bearings, chain grommets, chain guides, duct covers, gears, grain separators, casting liners, guides, mixers, blades, roller guides, spiral freezers, separators, ventilation plates and filters, carrying straps
DIFFERENT TYPES OF UHMW AVAILABLE INCLUDE:
• UHMW NATURAL SHEET
• UHMW NATURAL ROD
• UHMW TUBE
UHMW plastic films can be used for various industrial applications including, but not limited to:
• Plastic production
• Food processing
• Gears and gears
• Truck lining
• Hydrofoil polymer
• Paper and Registration
• Mining, agro-industrial, and electrical industry
• Defense systems, springs, helmets
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