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WHAT IS UHMW-PE?
(Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene)
UHMW Polymer is a Linear Polyethylene with a molecular weight in the range of 3,000,000 to 6,000,000. This value represents the "average molecular weight". Therefore, UHMW Polymers have a molecular weight average 10 times that of conventional high density polyethylene resins. The higher molecular weight is what gives UHMW Polymers a unique combination of characteristics making it more suitable for many applications where lower molecular weight grades fail.
Advantages Offered
| • | The highest abrasion resistance of any thermoplastic polymer |
| • | Outstanding impact strength even at very low temperatures |
| • | An excellent sliding material due to the low coefficient of friction |
| • | Self-lubricating (non-caking and sticking) |
| • | Sound dampening properties |
| • | Good chemical and stress cracking resistance |
| • | Easily machined |
| • | FDA and USDA approved |
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Mechanical Properties:
Comparison of Dynamic Coefficient of Friction on Polished Steel