Extremely tough, low-friction, wear-resistant polymer used in bearings, gears, and food handling.
UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is a tough, low-friction thermoplastic known for exceptional wear resistance, chemical inertness, and high impact strength. Its low moisture absorption and self-lubricating properties make it ideal for a range of industrial applications. However, its low melting point makes it suitable only for environments where temperatures would not exceed 100C
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Capabilities
- Ability to extrude UHMWPE rods and profiles
- Fully equipped machine shop with 3,4, and 5-axis capabilities to create complex machined components.
- Dedicated lab to test key properties and dimensions.
Key Properties
- Low Moisture Absorption
- Good Chemical Resistance
- High Thermal Conductivity
- Resistant to UV Radiation
- Low Dielectric Constant
- Low Coefficient of Friction
- Self-lubricating
Limitations
- Low melting point (~135°C).
- difficult to bond or glue.
- poor UV resistance.
- limited structural rigidity.
Applications
- Food Processing Equipment
- Conveyor Lines
- Wear Strips
- Bearings
- Gears
- Pistons
- Valves
- Marine Equipment
- Chute Liners and Hopper Liners
- Packaging Machinery Components
- Railway Sliding Pads
