{"product_id":"high-density-polyethylene-rod-for-food-industry-use-250mm-to-300mm-diameter","title":"High Density Polyethylene Rod for Food Industry Use 250mm to 300mm diameter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Rod is a versatile engineering plastic known for its lightweight and strong properties. Ideal for various applications in the food industry and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is a lightweight material with a specific gravity of 0.96. It exhibits excellent sliding properties, good chemical resistance, and low moisture absorption. HDPE maintains high impact strength even at low temperatures, ranging from -50°C to +80°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHDPE Rod is recognized for its good low-temperature resistance and low density. It also boasts good electrical properties and is compliant for food applications, making it suitable for various environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHDPE Rod is commonly used in pumps, tank construction, gaskets, medical applications, and components for the food industry. Its wear resistance and low friction make it advantageous in bearings and rollers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages and Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile HDPE Rod is economical and easy to machine, it can be difficult to bond using adhesives. However, its lightweight nature and low friction properties are beneficial in many applications. It is particularly effective where abrasion resistance is required without extreme loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific Gravity: 0.96\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Range: -50°C to +80°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood Compliant: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Water Absorption: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood Electrical Properties: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCost-effective and economical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow friction for enhanced performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood wear and abrasion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to machine for various applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTank construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponents for the food industry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can HDPE Rod be used for food applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, HDPE Rod is food compliant and often used in food production environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is HDPE Rod suitable for wear resistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, HDPE Rod is very good for wear resistance in applications with low loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the disadvantages of HDPE Rod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: HDPE Rod can be difficult to bond with adhesives, and it is not the hardest engineering plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plastics Co Uk","offers":[{"title":"250mm dia x 100mm","offer_id":57149585817980,"sku":null,"price":249.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm dia x 250mm","offer_id":57149585850748,"sku":null,"price":567.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm dia x 500mm","offer_id":57149585883516,"sku":null,"price":1081.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250mm dia x 1000mm","offer_id":57149585916284,"sku":null,"price":2059.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm dia x 100mm","offer_id":57149585949052,"sku":null,"price":358.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm dia x 250mm","offer_id":57149585981820,"sku":null,"price":815.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm dia x 500mm","offer_id":57149586014588,"sku":null,"price":1552.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm dia x 1000mm","offer_id":57149586047356,"sku":null,"price":2957.02,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/9262\/2987\/files\/7d3338f075a6a0e5aff3b0e23cf9633b.png?v=1783493800","url":"https:\/\/plasticsco.co.uk\/products\/high-density-polyethylene-rod-for-food-industry-use-250mm-to-300mm-diameter","provider":"Plastics Co Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}