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TIVAR™ 1000 Virgin UHMW-PE

Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
Technical datasheet

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 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.

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

Material Properties

  • Wear and corrosion resistant
  • Low friction surface
  • Excellent impact strength

Available Geometries

TIVAR™ 1000 Virgin UHMW-PE stock shapes encompass a range of standard sizes in the following geometries: Rod, Plate, Extruded Profile

Rod
Plate
Extruded Profile

Available Colors

TIVAR™ 1000 Virgin UHMW-PE stock shapes come in the following colors: products.itemGroup.color.Natural, products.itemGroup.color.(white), Natural (white)

Regional Availability

Availability of products, shapes, and colors may differ by region.
Properties
  • Wear and corrosion resistant
  • Low friction surface
  • Excellent impact strength
Application & Testing Information

Pre-assessment Testing

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

  • products.itemGroup.compliances.FOOD
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.-
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.FDA
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.FOOD
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.-
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.3A-SSI
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.FOOD
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.-
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.USDA
  • products.itemGroup.compliances.9124

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.