UHMWPE — Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
Outstanding wear resistance — up to 10× that of carbon steel — plus self-lubricating, impact-absorbing performance.
UHMWPE offers extreme abrasion resistance, very low friction and excellent impact strength, even at low temperatures. Its self-lubricating surface resists sticking, making it ideal where material build-up and wear are problems.
It outperforms metals and most plastics in sliding-wear applications, and is unaffected by moisture and most chemicals.
Key Properties
| Density | 0.93 – 0.94 g/cm³ |
| Service temperature | −200 to +80 °C |
| Water absorption | < 0.01 % |
| Wear resistance | Up to 10× that of carbon steel (abrasion) |
| Coefficient of friction | 0.10 – 0.22 (self-lubricating) |
| Impact strength | Highest of any plastic — no breakage at −200 °C |
| Chemical resistance | Excellent against acids and alkalis |
| Food contact | FDA-compliant grades available |
Typical Applications
- Conveyor wear strips and chain guides
- Hopper and chute liners
- Sliding and guide surfaces
- Food-industry contact parts
- Impact plates and wear pads
- Material-handling and mining components
Available Forms & Sizes
| Form | Size range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sheet / Plate | 5 – 100 mm thick | Natural, green, black |
| Rod | 20 – 250 mm diameter | Round bar |
| Custom parts | To your drawing | CNC machined |
Grades & Modifications
Available in standard, UV-stabilised, anti-static and FDA food-contact grades. Colour options include natural, green and black for identification and UV protection.
Machining & Fabrication
UHMWPE machines well by CNC routing, turning and milling. Its low melting point requires sharp tooling and controlled feeds; we produce clean edges and can also fabricate welded liners.
Need UHMWPE to your specification?
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