Rod Stock, UHMW Polyethylene, Standard Grade, 1 ft Plastic Length, 6 1/2Inch Plastic Diameter

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These standard-grade UHMW polyethylene rods are wear- and impact-resistant and withstand scuffs, scrapes, and strikes. They provide good electrical insulating properties, moderate mechanical strength and stiffness, and excellent machinability.
Have a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding.
Commonly used for food-handling applications, conveyance mechanisms and  material handling.
Used in  packaging where wear resistance and durability are required.

Material / UHMW Polyethylene
Grade / Standard
Plastic Diameter / 6 1/2 in
Plastic Diameter Tolerance / +0.650/-0.000 in
Plastic Length / 1 ft
Plastic Length Tolerance / +/-0.250 in
Color / White
Plastic Clarity / Opaque
Tensile Strength / 5,800 psi
Tensile Strength Rating / Good
Impact Strength / No Break
Impact Strength Rating / Excellent
Minimum Temperature / -22 Degrees F
Maximum Temperature / 180 Degrees F
Plastic Hardness / 66D
Plastic Hardness Rating / Medium
Friction Coefficient / 0.12
Friction Rating / Very Slippery
Water Absorption / 0.01 %
Water Absorption Rating / Excellent
Machinability / Good
Wear Factor / Excellent
Corrosion and Chemical Resistance / Good
Shape / Plastic Rods
Standards / 3-A Dairy, FDA, USDA