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UHMW Sheet

Polymershapes carries standard sizes of UHMW sheet, pre-cut and custom orders can be cut to your desired size. We stock UHMW sheet in  dimensional measurements ranging up to 60” x 120”. You can order this material in a thickness ranging from 0.060″ – 6″. Both UHMW Sheet and UHMW rod form can be ordered in Natural, Black, Blue, and Green colors.

UHMW Sheet is comprised of an engineering material called, Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene. This heavier polyethylene is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic material, with a with a continuous use temperature range of up to 180° F (82° C).

This unique thermoplastic features a great wear and corrosion resistance and good electrical insulating properties. In fact, compared to materials such as metals, nylons, and flouropolymers, UHMW Sheet features a wear resistance that is far superior to these others.

It is considered a general purpose material and can be used in applications in the food handling industry, as well as a variety of other uses. It is compliant with these regulatory compliance standards: 3-A Dairy, ASTM/Mil-Spec, FDA, UL-94 Flame Class, and USDA.

Utilizing UHMW Sheet can help you save on maintenance, energy consumption, efficiency, and equipment life. Wear plates, conveyor augers, bearings, bushings, gears, and other industrial manufacturing mechanisms often incorporate UHMW Sheet in some way.

At Polymershapes, You’re the Center of All We Do! Polymershapes is the premier distributor of plastic UHMW sheet, rod, tube, and associated products, with over 70 years of industry-leading service.

We have plastic distribution’s most knowledgeable and highly trained sales and customer service team. Order UHMW Sheet from our team. Search for a Branch Location near you, send us a message, or give us a call.