UHMW PE MATERIALS

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HMW PE500

PE500 is a high molecular weight polyethene with a molecular weight of approx 500,000 g/mol, which, being a lower grade polymer, does not have the same abrasion and wear resistance characteristics as UHMW PE materials. As a result PE500 is not suitable for high-performance applications.

standard colours

properties

  • FDA approved
  • Impact resistant
  • Good temperature range –200 / +80 deg c chemical & corrosion resistant
  • Low coefficient of friction

typical applications

  • Cutting boards
  • Ice rink kicker boards
  • Grating
  • Playground equipment
  • Change parts

typical industries

  • Food intustry
  • Leisure industry
  • Bottling & canning industry