UHMW PE 1000

 Very good wear and abrasion resistance  High impact strength, even at low temperatures (particularly PE-UHMW)  Excellent chemical resistance  Low density compared with other thermoplastics  Low coefficient of friction  Excellent release properties  Very low water absorption  Moderate mechanical strength, stiffness and creep resistance  Very good electrical insulating and dielectric properties (except static dissipative grades)  Excellent machinability  Physiologically inert (several grades are suitable for food contact)  Good resistance to high energy radiation (gamma- and X-rays)  Not self-extinguishing This material exhibits a very well balanced property profile. It combines a very good wear and abrasion resistance with an outstanding impact strength, even at temperatures below -200°C.