UHMWPE
Maximum abrasion resistance of any engineering plastic
UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) offers the highest abrasion resistance of any engineering plastic, along with food-contact approval and very low moisture absorption. MK Industrial & Co.® supplies UHMWPE sheets and rods across Bangalore and Karnataka.
About UHMWPE
UHMWPE is a low-density polyolefin with an extremely high molecular weight, giving it the highest abrasion resistance of any engineering plastic along with a very low coefficient of friction, high impact strength, and very low moisture absorption.
MK Industrial & Co.® stocks UHMWPE sheets and rods in Natural White and Black — available in standard dimensions and custom cut-to-size across Bangalore and Karnataka.
UHMWPE is specified across conveyor systems, pumping and valve parts, agricultural machinery components, and general mechanical engineering — wherever the highest resistance to abrasion and wear is required.
Key Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 0.93 |
| Tensile Strength | ~21 MPa |
| Compressive Strength | ~14 MPa |
| Hardness (Shore D) | 62–66 |
| Max Operating Temperature | 82°C |
* Values above are from our supplier material certificate for UHMWPE white rod.
Available Grades
Typical Applications
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Premium engineering polymers — sheets, rods & tubes — supplied and custom-cut across Karnataka & India since 2020.