PE is a semi-crystalline, thermoplastic polymer in the olefinic plastics group, which is a paraffin hydrocarbon with a smooth, slightly greasy, surface. PE comes in different densities and is designated accordingly; LD – low density, MD – medium density and HD – high density, (UHMW – Ultra-high molecular weight). Regenerated.

Chemical designation:
Polyethylene

Abbreviation:
PE

Natural colour, additives:
White, colourless
500 qual. colours

Supplied as:

• Round rod
• Sheets
• Pressure pipe
• Pipe components
• Ribbon, welding wire, profiles, kitchen spatulas/paddles
• End products, machined or injection moulded

Principal properties:

• Excellent impact resistance over a wide range of temperatures
• Low water absorption
• Food grade
• Excellent electrical properties
• Low friction coefficient
• Excellent resistance to chemicals
• Difficult to glue
• Mechanical and electrical properties maintained even when exposed to water
• Easy to weld (PE 300), with the exception of ultrasound
• Great length expansion

Applications:
Food industry, pipes, water/heating/sanitation, receptacles, products which require a low friction coefficient, insulation materials etc.

Examples of use:

• Cutting boards
• Tapping blocks
• Household articles
• Cable insulation
• Petrol tanks
• Sealing rings
• Pipes and pipe sections
• Containers
• Slide rails
• Slide bearings
• Machine components
• Stirring and kneading tools