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UHMWPE - HMPE

Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene
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UHMWPE - HMPE

UHMWPE - Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene UHMWPE0, also known as HMPE, fibre is a type of polyolefin fibre and is a subset of the thermoplastic polyethylene.

The fibres are made up of extremely long chains of polyethylene, which are aligned in the same direction.

Wilkie have the ability to manufacture up to 4 ply yarn.

WILKIE CAN SUPPLY
  • UHMWPE Yarn
  • UHMWPE Fabric

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FIBRE ATTRIBUTES CHART

GOOD

  • High Strength
  • UV
  • Hydrolysis
  • Cutting Resistance
  • Abrasion Resistance
VARIES

  • Acid
  • Alkali
NOT IDEAL

  • Inherent Flame Retardancy
  • Friction Coefficient
  • Anti Static
  • High Temperature
  • Low Cost