UHMW (Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) Product Guide

Applications | Mechanical and Chemical Data

Overview

UHMW is a subset of the thermoplastic polyethylene. It is the highest quality polyethylene available and an excellent choice for cost effective, impact, chemical, and abrasion resistant qualities. Also, UHMW offers low friction, toughness, durability, ease of fabrication, low moisture absorption, and a highly effective replacement for metal parts. UHMW is used in a wide range of applications, including wet environment and submerged applications, guides, bumpers, wear strips, rollers, conveyor line guides, and package machinery parts.

Common Brand/Trade Names

GUR®, Polystone® M, Tivar®

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Products

UHMW Sheet/Plate | UHMW Round Rod

Applications

• Star Wheels
• Dock Fenders
• Hopper Liners
• Food Processing Machinery Parts
• Wear Rails