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UHMW Polyethylene

UHMW polyethylene (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) is a versatile thermoplastic that is used in a wide variety of applications.

High impact strength as well good wear and corrosion resistance
Extremely tough plastic with low moisture absorption and steam permeability.
Low friction surface and good electrical properties
Commonly used in many applications in industrial machinery, due to its durability.
Not damaged as easily as other plastics and can hold up to heavy use.
We can machine UHMW Polyethylene to create a variety of parts and components, such as mounting blocks, bearings, guide rails, sprockets, starwheels, guide blocks and more.

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Finish: Unfinished
Fasteners: We have the ability to tap UHMW and to install fasteners. We do not carry any stocked fasteners for plastics, but it is possible to order them on request. If you do choose to tap this material, it is recommended to use a coarse pitched thread over a fine pitched thread. A more cost effective option for installing fasteners would be to install self-clinching nuts or studs into the mating metal parts, which could be screwed into. If you do decide to go with a threaded insert, PennEngineering & Manufacturing Corp has a large variety of sizes available.