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Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMW)

UHMW is an exceptionally tough plastic that holds up, even after repeated impact. The abrasion resistance is extraordinary, with low friction under load. Virgin Grade UHMW is also exceptionally resistant to chemical attack including organic solvents. It's easily machined, self-lubricating and absorbs almost no water while providing high dielectric strength, but only moderate compression strength. UHMW operates safely at 160 ºF and doesn't break under IZOD impact testing.

  • Available as sheet/rod/tube
  • Available in virgin or regrind grades
  • Standard colors are white and black
  • Typical applications include wear pads, gears, bearings, corrosion resistant liners
  • Custom fabrication services available from WS Hampshire
Unit of Measure

Specifications

O.D. x I.D.

 N/A 0.875 x 0.375 in22.225 x 9.525 mm

Stock Size

 N/A 10 ft3.048 m

Working Decimal Equivalent

 N/A 0.875 x 0.375 in22.225 x 9.525 mm

O.D.

 N/A 0.875 in22.225 mm

I.D.

 N/A 0.375 in9.525 mm

Weight per Feet

 N/A 0.2 lbs0.0907 kg

Put-Up

 N/A Tubes

Applications

Applications

 N/A Bearings Bins Chemical Pump Parts Chutes Rollers Wear Parts

Grade Description

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    Extraordinary abrasion resistance and won't break under Izod testing. Chemical resistant, easily machined.