Black UHMW Polyethylene Sheet 3/8 Inch Thick, 24 Inch Wide, 48 Inch Long for Heavy Duty Industrial Use, Low Friction Wear Resistant Material, Ideal For Sliders, Guide Surfaces, Gaskets And Cutting Boards
✔️ 1-piece sheet, 3/8 in thick, 24x48 in UHMW, FDA/UL HB
UHMW Polyethylene sheet offers excellent impact resistance and a slippery surface that reduces wear. This material is a strong electrical insulator and moisture resistant, making it ideal for sliders, guide surfaces, gaskets, and cutting boards in heavy-duty industrial settings.
✅ Thickness: 3/8 in; tolerance -0 / +0.003 in
✅ Width: 24 in; tolerance -0.25 / +0.25 in
✅ Length: 48 in; tolerance -1 / +1 in
✅ Material: UHMW Polyethylene, black, opaque
✅ Tensile strength: 4,400 psi (poor)
✅ Impact strength: 16.0 ft-lb/in (excellent)
✅ Coefficient of friction: 0.15 (slippery)
✅ Water absorption: 0.0001 (excellent)
✅ Temperature range: -70 to 180 F
✅ Density: 0.034 lb/in^3
✅ Specifications: FDA, UL 94 HB compliance
💡 What is UHMW polyethylene sheet best used for in industrial settings?
UHMW sheets are handy for durable, low-friction surfaces in tough environments.
- Low friction surface for sliders and guide surfaces
- Water and chemical resistance helps in gaskets and cutting boards
- Easy to machine to fit complex applications
- Strong electrical insulation for control panels and motors