UHMW Machined Parts

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) generally refers to linear long-chain polyethylene materials with a viscosity-average molecular weight of more than 1 million. UHMW machined parts will outwear all other materials like metals, nylons, or fluoroplastics. This plastic has the same qualities as other polyethylene plastics. Since the UHMW material resists wear, corrosion, and friction, it allows for an extended equipment life and can cut maintenance costs. There are a variety of UHMW applications, including gears, rollers, wear plates, bearings, and more.

Parts machined from UHMW polyethylene showcase an exceptional combination of outstanding properties. High abrasion resistance, low coefficient of friction, self-lubrication, non-adherent surface, excellent chemical fatigue, impact resistance, ease of machinability, and good noise-dampening properties are all inclusive of UHMW. Its outstanding characteristics embrace high wear and abrasion resistance and high performance at extraordinarily low temperatures (i.e., liquid nitrogen -259 degrees C). Only when temperatures reach 185 degrees F, will UHMW start to soften and lose its abrasion resistance characteristics.

1. High impact strength
2. Machinability
3. Low coefficient of friction
4. Self-lubricating
5. Chemical resistant
6. Zero water absorption
7. High abrasion resistance

YaKai Plastics fabricates custom UHMW machined parts for various applications that are extremely wear resistant. Some common applications include:

• Food processing machinery parts
• Wear strips and guide rails
• Starwheels and sprockets
• Chute, hopper, and truck bed liners
• Bushings and wear plates
• High-speed conveyors parts
• Packaging machinery parts
• Bumpers, pile guards, and dock fenders