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Polyethylene, UHMW, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Polyethylene, UHMW fibers is used in armor, especially personal armor, vehicle armor, climbing equipments, fishing line, bow strings and cut-resistant gloves. Its sheet is used as synthetic ice in ice rinks . In medical field, it is considered as a vital biomaterial used in hip, knee, for spine implants. It is also used in the production of polyvinyl chloride windows and doors, hydraulic seals and bearings.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Physical Form
Powder
Solubility Information
Swellable in high temperatures with chlorinated aromatics. Insoluble in water.
Quantity
1 kg
Odor
Odorless
Chemical Name or Material
Polyethylene, UHMW
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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