THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HMPE 300, HMPE 500 AND UHMPE 1000
PRODUCT SHEETS: THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HMPE 300, HMPE 500 AND UHMPE 1000
One plastic is not the other. At Hemabo, for example, we process HMPE 300, HMPE 500 and UHMPE 1000. They are similar in name, but their properties and applications differ. We would like to tell you more about these plastics in this article.
HMPE 300: easy and versatile to process
The easy processing of HMPE300 makes the material very versatile. Therefore, this type of plastic is used in chemical engineering and tank construction, drinking and wastewater technology, as well as in the bottling and food industries. For all these applications, the material's excellent weldability and high chemical resistance come in handy.
HMPE 500: very safe and wear-resistant
When choosing a suitable type of plastic, it is very nice to know that HMPE500 has excellent mechanical properties. It is not only highly abrasion, cut and scratch resistant, but also physiologically safe. This material is therefore used to make cutting boards, where these properties come in very handy. Environmental and waste companies also like to use HMPE500 in their applications. Finally, this material is also used in lining technology for ponds, swimming pools, landfills and more.
UHMPE 1000: the ultimate in robustness
When it comes to high wear resistance, high impact resistance and a low coefficient of friction, UHMPE 1000 is the ideal plastic. This robust material is the best option for application in situations where it has to be really tough. Many companies in the bottling and food industries have already discovered this. Specialists in mechanical engineering and the bearing and gasket industry also know that UHMPE 1000 is long-lasting and has good properties for their applications.
Get advice from our experts
Are you curious about the best option for your situation? We will be happy to advise you on the different properties of each plastic type. Contact us for more information on HMPE300, HMPE500 or UHMPE 1000. Or download the datasheets for detailed information on the three plastic types.
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