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Chirulen® UHMW-PE Compression Molded 1020

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Chirulen® UHMW-PE Compression Molded 1020 is a thermoplastic material specifically crafted for long-term orthopedic implants. Boasting exceptional features, such as remarkably high notched impact strength, the capability to absorb high energy at elevated stress rates, outstanding wear resistance, and a low coefficient of friction, this material excels in meeting critical performance criteria. Its superior attributes make it suitable for demanding industrial or engineering applications where reliability and durability are paramount.

Polymer Name: Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)

Physical Form: Custom

Features: Crosslinkable, Enhanced Physical Properties, Good Mechanical Properties, Good Notched Impact Strength, High Energy Absorption, Low Coefficient of Friction, Wear Resistant

Density: 935.0 - 935.0 kg/m³

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Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (Annealed material)935kg/m³ASTM D792 / ASTM D1505
Tensile Stress at Yield (Tensile strength)22MPaASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Tensile Stress at Break (Ultimate tensile strength)57MPaASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Elongation (at Break)474%ASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Shore Hardness (15 sec)66D - ScaleASTM D2240
Notched Impact Strength (Charpy)196kJ/m²ISO 11542.2
Notched Impact Strength (lzod)143kJ/m²ASTM F648
Crystallinity (1ˢᵗ heat, 20°C - 160°C)58%ASTM F2625, Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Water Absorption (at 23°C until Saturation)max. 0.05%ASTM D570
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Temperature (10°C/min)136°CASTM DF2625, Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Vicat Softening Point (10N, at 50°C/hr)134°CASTM D1525
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23°C to 80°C)1.8 x 10⁻⁴K⁻¹ASTM D696
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 1.8 MPa)42°CASTM D648
Thermal Conductivityapprox. 0.4W/(m*K)DIN 52612
Crystallization Temperature Range (20°C - 160°C)126 - 144°CASTM F2625
Ash Particlesmax. 150mg/kgISO 3451 -1
Oxidation Resistance (Surface oxidation index)max. 0.1ASTM F2102
Oxidation Resistance (Bulk oxidation index)max. 0.1ASTM F2102
Oxidation Induction Time to Conducted (at 200°C)10minASTM D3895

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