TIVAR™ 1000 Virgin UHMW-PE sets the standard for ultra high molecular weight polyethylene shapes, offering a well-balanced property profile that includes a unique combination of wear and corrosion resistance, a low friction surface, excellent impact strength and FDA compliant composition. This self-lubricating UHMW-PE is an incredibly versatile engineered polymer that is prevalent in a variety of industries and applications. TIVAR™ 1000 Virgin UHMW-PE components are often favored as solutions for bearings, bushings, chain guides, sprockets, gears, rollers, paddles and scrapers.
PROPERTIES
Wear and corrosion resistant
Low friction surface
Self-lubricating
Excellent impact strength
Thermal Properties
Property
Value
Heat Deflection Temperature at 1.8MPa (264 psi) (ºC)
42
Continuous allowable service temperature in air
80
Mechanical Properties
Property
Value
Tensile Strength (MPa)
19
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity (MPa)
750
Compressive stress at 1% nominal strain (MPa)
6.5
Compressive stress at 2% nominal strain (MPa)
10.5
Compressive stress at 5% nominal strain (MPa)
17
Flexural Strength (MPa)
17
Charpy Impact Notched (kJ/m²)
115P
Chemical Properties
Property
Value
Hot Water / Steam
Limited
Acids, Weak
Acceptable
Acids, Strong (pH 1-3)
Acceptable
Alkalies, Weak
Acceptable
Alkalies, Strong (pH 11-14)
Acceptable
Hydrocarbons - Aromatic
Acceptable
Hydrocarbons - Aliphatic
Acceptable
Ketones, Esters
Acceptable
Chlorinated Solvents
Acceptable
Alcohols
Acceptable
Inorganic Salt Solutions
Acceptable
Electrical Properties
Property
Value
Dielectric Strength (kV/mm)
45
Certification Properties
Property
Value
FDA
Compliant
European Food Approval
Not compliant
NSF
Not compliant
3A-SSI
Compliant
Canada AG
USDA
Compliant
Flammability (UL Rating)
HB
Medical use
FOOD - FDA FOOD - 3A-SSI FOOD - USDA
Miscellaneous Properties
Property
Value
Base Material
UHMW-PE
Brand Family
Colors
Black White Natural Green
Density (g/cm3)
0.93
Water Absorption after 24 hrs immersion in water (%)
