TIVAR™ 1000 NU UHMW-PE

Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene

TIVAR™ 1000 NU 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 and excellent impact strength. TIVAR™ 1000 NU UHMW-PE is PMUC-certified and has passed stringent tests by an EDF-approved laboratory to meet PMUC requirements for use on nuclear sites. Each shipment is accompanied with a PMUC certificate including production batch number. MCG offers a range of engineering stock shape  products that hold PMUC approval from third party certified laboratories in France. PMUC is the standard for products and materials used in electric, nuclear and thermal power plants. 

TIVAR® 1000 Virgin UHMW-PE plastic stock shapes in natural
Product Information

Material Properties

  • PMUC-approved for use in nuclear power plants
  • Wear and corrosion resistant
  • Low friction surface
  • Self-lubricating
  • Excellent impact strength

Available Geometries

TIVAR™ 1000 NU UHMW-PE stock shapes encompass a range of standard sizes in the following geometries: Plate

Plate

Available Colors

TIVAR™ 1000 NU UHMW-PE stock shapes come in the following colors: White


Regional Availability

Availability of products, shapes, and colors may differ by region.
Properties
  • PMUC-approved for use in nuclear power plants
  • Wear and corrosion resistant
  • Low friction surface
  • Self-lubricating
  • Excellent impact strength
Application & Testing Information

Pre-assessment Testing

TIVAR™ 1000 NU UHMW-PE carries the following compliances:

  • Food contact - USA FDA 21 CFR § 177.2500
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.9099
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.9098
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.9103

Please note: In some cases, different color variations of a material grade carry different approvals. Please see product documentation for details.


Documentation

For further regulatory documentation and absence declarations, please visit the regulatory page.