RCH™ 1000 UHMW-PE is a highly versatile, ultra-high molecular weight plastic that is ideal for many orthotic applications. It has a forming temperature of +180°C (356°F), is suited for deep-drawing and has an excellent stability. RCH™ 1000 PE-UHMW is used for ankle foot orthoses, body jackets, upper limb orthoses and especially for orthopedic insoles.
PROPERTIES
Forming temperature of +180°C (356°F)
Ideal material for applications requiring excellent sliding properties and wear resistance
Suited for deep-drawing
Malleable and weldable
Used for orthotic applications
Thermal Properties
Property
Value
Heat Deflection Temperature at 1.8MPa (264 psi) (ºC)
Continuous allowable service temperature in air
80
Mechanical Properties
Property
Value
Tensile Strength (MPa)
17
Tensile Modulus of Elasticity (MPa)
790
Compressive stress at 1% nominal strain (MPa)
Compressive stress at 2% nominal strain (MPa)
Compressive stress at 5% nominal strain (MPa)
Flexural Strength (MPa)
Charpy Impact Notched (kJ/m²)
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)
Certification Properties
Property
Value
FDA
Not compliant
European Food Approval
Not compliant
NSF
Not compliant
3A-SSI
Not compliant
Canada AG
USDA
Not compliant
Flammability (UL Rating)
HB
Medical use
Miscellaneous Properties
Property
Value
Base Material
UHMW-PE
Brand Family
Colors
Natural Beige Red Blue Black
Density (g/cm3)
0.96
Water Absorption after 24 hrs immersion in water (%)
