UHMWPE Sheet

High-Performance UHMW Sheets

UHMWPE Sheet (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene sheet) — super strong, impact-resistant, and works from -269°C to 80°C.

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UHMWPE Sheet is a high-grade engineering plastic, also known as PE1000, UPE Sheets or Superlining. YAKAI UHMWPE Sheet has exceptional strength, very high impact resistance, excellent wear resistance, and ultra-low friction, making it perfect for heavy-duty industrial use and commercial applications.

Why Choose Us

UHMWPE sheets in multiple standard and custom colors

Custom Coloures Available

Available in various colors (such as white, black, blue, red, orange) and custom colors.
UHMWPE sheets cut to custom sizes and shapes

Custom Size Available

Popular Sizes: 1ftx2ft, 3000x1000mm, etc. We also provide custom cuts and tailored shapes to meet your exact needs.
Specialty UHMWPE sheets (UV-resistant, anti-static, lead-boron)

Specialty UHMWPE Sheets

We provide custom UHMWPE sheets including UV-resistant, anti-static, and lead-boron types for specific needs.

UHMWPE Sheet Applications

YAKAI UHMWPE Sheets are food-safe, low-friction, and durable — ideal for:

  1. Hopper, chute, and silo linings to prevent sticking
  2. Wear strips and conveyor linersfor smooth material handling
  3. Dock fenders and marine bumpers for impact protection
  4. Food and beverage processing machine parts (rollers, guides, bushings)
  5. Chopping boards and Work surfaces in kitchens or processing plants
  6. Machine parts like gears, rollers, and bushings
  7. Protective panels and impact-resistant barriers
  8. Outrigger Pads

YAKAI UHMWPE Sheet Key Advantages

  1. Exceptional Wear Resistance
  2. Doesn’t absorb water
  3. Low coefficient of friction
  4. High Impact Strength
  5. Resists corrosive chemicals
  6. Hygienic & Non-Toxic

Technical Data

Test items Testing base Unit Test results
Tensile strengthGB/T 1040.2/1B-2006MPa32.52
Elongation at breakGB/T 1040.2/1B-2006%296.6
Tensile modulusGB/T1040.2/1B-2006MPa1102.74
Bending strengthGB/T 9341-2008MPa78.73
Bending elastic modulusGB/T 9341-2008MPa7604.57
Compressive strengthGB/T 1041-2008MPa179.55
Impact strength (notch)GB/T 1043.1/1eA-2008kJ/m2146
Heat distortion temperature (1.8MPa)GB/T 1634.2-200485
Ball indentation hardnessGB/T 3398.1-2008N/mm265
Linear expansion coefficientTMA:Heated from 0℃ to 50°C at a speed of 5C/min under nitrogen atmosphere (50mL/min).℃-1(X10-5)2
WwGB/T 3960-2016mg2
Dynamic friction coefficientGB/T 10006-1988/0.13
Guide surface roughnesslaboratory methodsum1.5

UHMWPE Sheet – Delivery & Customer Service

Worldwide Delivery: We ship to Australia, USA, UK, France, Germany, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, Thailand and more

Flexible Order Quantity: From sample sheets to bulk supply

Customer Cases

UHMWPE sheet Australia custom cut sheets customer case

Australia – Custom-Cut Sheets

In Australia, we are trusted by many customers for custom-cut UHMWPE sheets, delivered with precision and reliability.
UHMWPE sheet UK guide rails customer case

United Kingdom – Guide Rails

Our UHMWPE guide rails have been supplied many times in the UK, proving durability and consistent performance.
UHMWPE sheet France giant round thick sheets case

France – Giant Round Thick Sheets

In France, we successfully provided giant round thick UHMWPE sheets, showcasing our capability in producing oversized and heavy-duty materials.
UHMWPE sheet USA white sheets customer case

United States – White Sheets

In the United States, clients have chosen our white UHMWPE sheets, appreciating both quality and color.
UHMWPE sheet Australia 300mm thick sheets case

Australia – 100 mm Thick Sheets

For Australian projects requiring extra strength, we delivered 100 mm thick UHMWPE sheets, meeting demanding industrial standards.
UHMWPE sheet lead boron polyethylene nuclear project case

Nuclear Power Project – Lead Boron Sheets

For nuclear power plant projects, we supplied lead-boron UHMWPE sheets, ensuring safety and compliance with strict technical requirements.

What Our Clients Say

This is my second order with this supplier and I keep on being surprised in exceptionally good way. Very reliable manufacturer. I am moving all my production to this manufacturer.

Sergey S., Australia

The service is exceptional, always ensuring quality and timely delivery. Highly recommended!

James L., United States

Super quailty made to last.
highly recommend and nothing to worry about with this company!

Sophie D., France

FAQ

Yes, we provide cut-to-size UHMWPE sheets and multiple colour options (White, Black, Green, Blue, Yellow,etc).

UHMWPE sheets come in various types based on different application needs and additive compositions. Below are the common types:

1. Virgin Grade UHMWPE Sheet

Made from 100% pure resin without additives or fillers.
Features: Self-lubricating, wear-resistant, impact-resistant, high chemical stability
Applications: Conveyor slide plates, baffles, spacers, etc.

2. UV-Resistant UHMWPE Sheet

Contains UV stabilizers for enhanced outdoor weather resistance.
Features: Excellent aging resistance under sunlight exposure
Applications: Outdoor equipment, dock fenders, etc.

3. Anti-static UHMWPE Sheet

Added conductive carbon or anti-static agents.
Features: Low surface resistance to prevent static buildup
Applications: Liners in coal mines, flour mills, and explosive dust environments

4. Boron-containing UHMWPE Sheets

Added boron compounds.
Features: These sheets offer exceptional neutron shielding capabilities while maintaining the core advantages of UHMWPE, such as high impact resistance, chemical stability, and low friction.

Applications:

Nuclear Industry, Scientific Research & Laboratories, Medical Field, Military & Aerospace, Neutron protective armor, Shielding components for radioactive equipment

5. Lead-Boron UHMWPE Sheets

Based on boron-filled UHMWPE, with added lead or lead powder
Features: Dual shielding for neutrons and gamma radiation. More expensive and slightly harder to process due to lead content.

Applications:
Radiation Therapy & Medical Use, Nuclear Power Plants & Facilities, Radioactive Waste Storage & Transport, High-Energy Physics & Research Equipment.

Additional Notes:

Boron-filled sheets are ideal for thermal neutron shielding.

Lead-Boron sheets are suitable for combined neutron and gamma radiation shielding, especially in high-energy environments.

Customization is available based on required shielding types, thickness, density, and boron/lead content.

UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) and HDPE (high-density polyethylene) are both members of the polyethylene (PE) family, but their properties and applications are significantly different. Here are the main differences between them:

1. Molecular weight

UHMWPE: ultra-high molecular weight (usually above 3 million), with extremely long chains.
HDPE: high molecular weight (about 200,000 to 500,000), much lower than UHMWPE.

2. Wear resistance

UHMWPE: extremely strong wear resistance, the most wear-resistant of all thermoplastics.
HDPE: good wear resistance, but far less than UHMWPE.

3. Friction coefficient

UHMWPE: extremely low friction coefficient, very suitable for sliding parts (such as conveyor rails, sliders, etc.).
HDPE: also has a lower friction coefficient, but not as good as UHMWPE.

4. Strength and toughness

UHMWPE: Very good toughness, extremely strong impact resistance, almost no shattering.
HDPE: Good strength and toughness, but may break under extreme impact.

5. Cost

UHMWPE: Relatively high cost, especially difficult to process.
HDPE: Low cost, easier to process, cost-effective.

To sum up:

UHMWPE is a material with stronger performance, longer life, but higher cost, suitable for high-end, wear-resistant, and impact-resistant environments; while HDPE is a general material with high cost-effectiveness and wide application.

If you are choosing materials based on specific usage requirements, you can also tell me your application scenario and I can recommend a more suitable one to you.

UHMWPE Sheets are widely recognized under several other names or abbreviations, including: UHMW Sheets – A common shortened form of the full name; UPE Sheets – Often used in Asian and European markets; PE1000 Sheets – A technical classification in industrial plastics; High-Performance Polyethylene Sheets; Wear-Resistant Polyethylene Sheets.

Although these terms may vary, they typically refer to the same high-performance material. However, material grades can differ, so verifying specifications when ordering is important.

UHMWPE Sheet is better for the following reasons:

– Stronger wear resistance: UHMWPE has the highest wear resistance among plastics, far exceeding HDPE, and is suitable for high-friction scenarios.

– Excellent impact resistance: It can withstand high-frequency impact, is not easy to break, and prolongs the life of parts.

– Good self-lubrication: Low friction coefficient, reduces wear and energy consumption, and is suitable for moving parts.

Advantages of HDPE: high hardness and low processing cost, but insufficient wear and impact resistance, only suitable for low-load and low-friction scenarios.

Conclusion: UHMWPE is preferred for wear-resistant parts, unless the budget is extremely low and the wear resistance requirement is not high.

Yes, UHMWPE (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is generally safe for food applications, and it’s widely used in the food processing industry for several reasons:

  • FDA & EU Compliant: UHMWPE grades formulated for food applications meet the FDA and EU food contact regulations.
  • Non-toxic and odorless: It doesn’t leach harmful chemicals, making it safe for contact with food.
  • Low moisture absorption: Prevents bacterial growth and contamination.
  • Excellent wear resistance: Ideal for cutting boards, conveyor systems, and wear strips in food production lines.
  • Easy to clean and sanitize: Smooth surface resists sticking and is hygienic.

Typical Food-Grade UHMWPE Uses:

  • Conveyor guides and star wheels
  • Food cutting boards
  • Packaging machinery parts
  • Sliding surfaces in meat or dairy processing

Just make sure the specific grade of UHMWPE you’re using is certified for food contact, as some industrial grades may contain additives not suitable for food use.

If you want to choose a food-grade UHMWPE product or supplier, please contact us.

UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) sheets are widely used in the nuclear power industry due to their outstanding physical and chemical properties. Below are the key applications and advantages of UHMWPE sheets in nuclear power plants:

1. Radiation Shielding Panels

By incorporating boron (B) into UHMWPE, borated polyethylene sheets can be produced for effective neutron radiation shielding. These are commonly used in nuclear reactors, radioactive waste storage facilities, and particle accelerators.

Advantages:

Boron content effectively absorbs thermal neutrons, enhancing shielding performance

Lighter and non-toxic alternative to lead; easier to handle and install

Excellent corrosion resistance, suitable for complex nuclear environments

2. Wear-Resistant Liners for Transport Systems

In systems involving fuel component handling, waste transfer, or cooling water channels, UHMWPE is used for chutes and hoppers to reduce friction and wear.

Advantages:

Ultra-low friction coefficient, anti-stick, and anti-blocking

Exceptional abrasion resistance, extending equipment lifespan

Extremely low water absorption—won’t deform due to humidity

3. Industrial Safety Panels

Used in nuclear facilities as protective barriers, bump guards, and personnel guidance boards to prevent accidental contact with precision equipment.

Thanks to its unique blend of wear resistance, chemical stability, radiation shielding, and strength-to-weight ratio, UHMWPE sheets are becoming an essential material in the safe and efficient operation of nuclear power facilities. Especially in radiation shielding and equipment protection, UHMWPE is replacing traditional materials to improve overall system reliability and maintenance efficiency.

PE 500: Known as High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (HMW-PE), with an average molecular weight of around 500,000.

PE 1000: Known as Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMW-PE), with a molecular weight of over 1,000,000, and can reach up to 5 million or more.

Comparison Table

Property PE 500 (HMW-PE) PE 1000 (UHMW-PE)
Molecular Weight ~500,000 >1,000,000 (up to 5 million+)
Wear Resistance Good – suitable for moderate wear Excellent – 3 to 6 times more wear-resistant than PE 500
Impact Strength High Extremely high, even at sub-zero temperatures
Coefficient of Friction Low Very low – superior sliding performance
Chemical Resistance Excellent Excellent – handles a wide range of corrosive substances
Machinability Easier to machine; suitable for standard parts More difficult to machine, but ideal for precision components
Service Life Long Longer – requires less maintenance
Cost Relatively lower Higher – ideal for demanding applications

Typical Applications:

PE 500 (HMW-PE):

  • Food-grade cutting boards
  • Conveyor system wear strips and bumpers
  • Mechanical sliding components
  • Cost-effective parts in moderate wear conditions

PE 1000 (UHMW-PE):

  • High-wear environments such as chutes, coal bunkers, and liners
  • Dock fenders, marine protection panels
  • Ice rink boards, ski slope base layers
  • Mining, chemical, and heavy-duty industrial components

Summary Recommendation:

If you need higher wear resistance and impact strength, and the budget allows, PE 1000 is the better choice for long-term durability in demanding environments.

If your application involves moderate wear, lighter loads, or cost-sensitive use, PE 500 is already a reliable and economical option.

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