Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Plastic Plate

UHMW (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) plastic sheet is a type of thermoplastic material known for its exceptional wear resistance, impact resistance, low friction and excellent chemical resistance. It is often used in applications where high performance and low cost are required, such as in the manufacture of conveyor belts, liners, wear strips, and more. UHMW plastic sheet is lightweight, easy to fabricate and can be easily machined and thermoformed to create a wide range of products and components.

Uhmw Plastic Sheet main properties

UPE is an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene board. It is a kind of plastic board with various excellent properties. Its density is smaller than that of water, and it has more wear resistance than some metals. The following is a brief introduction to its main properties:

1. Wear resistance:

At present all of the engineering plastics in the UPE plate wear resistance ranked among the top of the plastic and said to the UPE plate people would first think of its resistance to wear, because the molecular weight of 1.5 million UPE plate wear resistance is very significant, more the good news is that the higher the molecular weight of the material it is more wear-resisting, even more than many metal materials (such as carbon steel, stainless steel, bronze, etc.).

2. Anti-aging property:

UPE board has stable performance and good aging resistance. For example, a pipe made of UPE material buried underground for 50 years can still be used normally.

3. Impact resistance:

The impact resistance of the first plastic, whether external force strong impact, or internal pressure fluctuations, it is difficult to crack UPE board. Its impact strength is nylon 66 10 times, PVC 20 times, polytetrafluoroethylene 8 times;

4, very low friction coefficient:

The static friction coefficient is 0.07, and the self-lubricating property is good. The self-lubricating property of UPE plate is equivalent to that of PTFE, but the wear resistance and impact resistance are several times of it.

5. Corrosion resistance:

UPE plate is not corroded in lye, can be used in 80℃ concentration, 75% concentration, 20% Shawic acid performance is stable, it is also stable for sea water, liquid detergent.

6. health, non-toxic, tasteless, no adhesion:

UPE board tasteless, non-toxic, odorless, itself non-corrosive, with physiological inertia and physiological adaptability.

7, small density, light weight:

Greatly reduce the installation process of manpower and material consumption, reduce the cost of the project.

8. No water absorption:

Because the water absorption index of UPE board is almost zero, it can be used in wet and wet environment.

Among the properties described above, its wear resistance, impact resistance, non-adhesion, corrosion resistance and extremely low temperature (minus 196 degrees) have obvious advantages compared with other plastics. I believe that you have a relatively objective understanding of what UPE material is. It is recommended that Henan Jinhang UPE has been specialized in producing sheets, bars and parts for 20 years, with mature manufacturing technology, advanced sheet molding equipment and CNC machining center. UPE board size 1500X4000X3-300mm, molecular weight 1.5 million to 9 million for your choice.

Some of the most common uses of UHMW plastic include:

1. Wear resistance: UHMW is often used in applications where there is high friction or wear and tear, such as conveyor systems, chutes, and liners.

2. Impact resistance: UHMWPE is known for its impact resistance and is often used in applications such as bumpers, dock fenders, and machine guards.

3. Low friction: UHMW's low friction coefficient makes it ideal for use in applications where sliding or movement is required, such as in bearings, gears, and wear strips.

4. Chemical resistance: UHMW has excellent resistance to a wide range of chemicals, making it ideal for use in chemical processing equipment and in the food industry.

5. Food grade applications: UHMW is often used in food processing and packaging due to its FDA approved food grade properties.

6. Medical applications: UHMW is used in the medical industry for a range of applications including orthopedic implants and surgical instruments.

Is UHMW stronger than HDPE?

Yes, UHMW (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is generally considered to be stronger than HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) in terms of impact resistance, abrasion resistance, and wear resistance. UHMW has a much higher molecular weight than HDPE, which gives it its superior physical properties.

However, it's worth noting that HDPE is also a versatile material with good chemical resistance and low moisture absorption, and it may be suitable for certain applications where UHMW may not be necessary. The choice between the two will depend on the specific requirements of the application and the properties that are most important for the desired outcome.

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