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HMWPE PE500
HMWPE PE500 (High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is a general-purpose polyethylene with excellent mechanical properties suitable to less demanding applications that would otherwise require UHMWPE. Offering rigidity, creep, moisture & crack resistance even at low temperatures, HMWPE PE500 is a great material choice for parts where some impact & abrasion resistance is beneficial but not the main requirement.
High impact strength even at low temperatures
Very good wear and abrasion resistance
Tough and Durable
Availability
Rod
N/A
Tube
N/A
Sheet
0.8mm to 400mm Thick
Colours
Natural & Black. Colours on request
Modified Grades
Yes. Reprocessed or anti-static grades.
Cut to Size
Yes, however some grades have minimum order quantity
Features
UHMWPE, HMWPE or HDPE?
For a super tough material with exceptional impact & wear resistance UHMWPE is the best choice for impact & wear applications. For a great general-purpose material with less impact & wear resistance but increased hardness, HMWPE PE500 is a good choice. For the hardest & most rigid of the three materials with specialty grades such as cutting board, HDPE is a cheap, versatile option.
Key Benefits
HMWPE PE500 is lightweight & durable, doesn’t absorb water & is a good electrical insulator. It offers superior wear resistance & high impact strength when compared to HDPE. HMWPE has excellent non-stick properties at a cheaper price point than UHMWPE. Widely used in mechanical, electrical and chemical industries. FDA & EU10/2011 food grade compliant materials are available for applications that demand it.
Applications
With good machinability, HMWPE PE500 is able to be machined into a range of custom parts. HMWPE is suitable for a range of applications such as bin liners, sprockets, FDA parts, wear pads, chutes, scrapers, machined parts, star wheels, table tops, guides & fixtures, food preparation boards and many more.
Long Term Service Temp
'-50ºC to +90ºC
Moisture Absorption
UV Stable
Compressive Strength
Impact Strength
Tensile Strength
Coefficient of Friction
Abrasion Resistance
Cost
HMWPE PE500 Range
| Product Type | Description | Available Products & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HMWPE Virgin Natural | FDA & EU Approved Colour | Sheet |
| HMWPE Virgin Black | FDA & EU Approved Colour | Sheet |
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UHMWPE Premium
UHMWPE Premium is our superior abrasion resistant grade of Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. The highest molecular weight of 7-9 million g/mol for high impact strength and excellent sliding properties. With additives for unparalleled wear resistance and UV stabilisation.
ColourGrey & Orange
SpecsOKULEN 2000
LT Service Temp90ºC
UHMWPE Virgin
UHMWPE Virgin - the world’s toughest polymer. Chemically resistant, low coefficient of friction, high abrasion and impact resistance makes this a highly effective material in a variety of applications. FDA approved for food contact.
ColourNatural, Black, Blue & Various Colours
SpecsOKULEN 1000
LT Service Temp90ºC
PTFE (Teflon®)
PTFE Teflon® has a continuous service temperature of 260°C. Amazing sliding characteristics, as well as excellent electrical properties. Flame retardant. Fillers available such as glass, carbon, bronze to improve properties.
ColourWhite & colours
SpecsGUARNIFLON®
LT Service Temp260°C
Make downtime a thing of the past
Custom Parts Services
Related Products / Services
UHMWPE Premium
HMWPE PE500 is a general purpose polyethylene with excellent mechanical properties suitable to less demanding applications that would otherwise require UHMWPE. Widely used in the New Zealand food industry.
ColourGrey & Orange
SpecsOKULEN 2000
LT Service Temp90ºC
UHMWPE Virgin
HMWPE PE500 is a general purpose polyethylene with excellent mechanical properties suitable to less demanding applications that would otherwise require UHMWPE. Widely used in the New Zealand food industry.
ColourNatural, Black, Blue & Various Colours
SpecsOKULEN 1000
LT Service Temp90ºC
PTFE (Teflon®)
HMWPE PE500 is a general purpose polyethylene with excellent mechanical properties suitable to less demanding applications that would otherwise require UHMWPE. Widely used in the New Zealand food industry.
ColourWhite & colours
SpecsGUARNIFLON®
LT Service Temp260°C
Make downtime a thing of the past
Custom Parts Services
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