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Top 5 UHMW FAQ

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What is UHMW-PE? UHMW-PE stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. This is the highest strength thermoplastic available at present. It is highly resistant to corrosive chemicals and has a very low coefficient of friction. In fact, its coefficient of friction is significantly lower than that of PTFE and Teflon. In addition to that, it has higher abrasion resistant too. There are forms of UHMW that are around 15 times more abrasion resistant than carbon steel. UHMW is very useful for tough jobs. Ultra high molecular weight of this polymer is the key to its unique properties. The molecular weight of its resins ranges between 3.5 to 7.5 million. This makes it extra strong and enables it to withstand abrasion. Due to its high molecular weight, it doesn’t melt or flow as a molten liquid. These properties make it an ideal product to be used as composites plate in armors . It is excessively used in fishing lines due to these qualities. It is an ideal product for hy

Top UHMW Qualities and Applications

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Being sturdy is the name of the game when it comes to industrial uses of UHMW-PE . The term UHMW-PE stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. Its molecular weight ranges between 3.5 to 7.5 million. This makes it very tough. It is highly abrasion resistant and has a very low coefficient of friction. In fact, it has the highest impact strength of any thermoplastic available today. Industries which need high abrasion resistance find it ideal. It doesn't react to most of the chemicals and its inertness makes it an ideal material to be used in packaging industries for food and healthcare items. It is acceptable under FDA and USDA guidelines. Industries like conveyor, wire & cable, fiber, defense manufacturers, and healthcare segment use it widely. It has a long life and better protection against wear & tear, degradation, and decay. This means more value for money. The final product of the UHMW-PE is of high quality and offers great consistency. S