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Introduction of UHMW

Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMW) is an advanced thermoplastic material known for its exceptional strength, abrasion resistance, and self-lubricating properties. UHMW belongs to the polyethylene family of polymers and is characterized by its extremely high molecular weight, which imparts unique mechanical and chemical attributes. It is produced through the polymerization of ethylene monomers with controlled processes to achieve the desired molecular weight.

UHMW Information

Process:  CNC Machining, 3D Printing, Compression Molding

Colors: natural white color

Tolerance:+/-0.1mm

Price: high-cost material

Application: conveyor components, gears, bearings, guides, liners, chute and hopper linings, medical implants, etc.

Recommended Wall Thickness: 1mm-5mm

UHMW Properties

UHMW stands for Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene, which is a type of high-performance thermoplastic material. Here is the UHMW properties table.

Property

Value

Density (g/cm³)

0.91- 0.94

Shrinkage Rate (%)

Not applicable

Pockwell Hardness

R60 – R65

Tensile Strength at Yield (MPa)

20 – 40

Elongation at Break (%)

300 – 500

Flexural Modulus (GPa)

0.70 – 1

Flexural Strength (MPa)

30 – 40

Drying Temperature (°C)

Not required

Drying Time (hrs)

Not required

Melt Temperature (°C)

135 – 140

Mold Temperature (°C)

Ambient or 40-50

FAQ About UHMW Plastic Material

UHMW offers exceptional wear resistance, low friction, impact strength, chemical resistance, and self-lubricating properties.

UHMW is not commonly used in injection molding due to its unique properties and processing challenges.

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