Top UHMW Qualities and Applications
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...