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Description
This high-performance yellow polyethylene sheet is a robust engineering plastic, pressed and planed for a smooth, consistent finish. Designed for demanding industrial environments, it combines excellent impact resistance with superior chemical resilience, making it a reliable choice for both structural and wear applications.
Available in a range of thicknesses and supplied in a convenient 2000 mm x 1000 mm sheet size, it is ideal for fabricating guards, wear strips, liners, machine components and protective panels. Its bright yellow colour also enhances visibility and safety in busy production areas and workshops.
Product Features
- Pressed and planed yellow polyethylene sheet for a smooth, uniform surface finish.
- Available thickness options starting from 10, 12, 15, 20 and 25 mm, plus additional thicker grades for heavier-duty use.
- Standard sheet length of 2000 mm to suit common fabrication and cutting requirements.
- Standard sheet width of 1000 mm for efficient nesting and minimal material wastage.
- High impact strength suitable for guards, bump stops and high-wear components.
- Excellent chemical resistance against many acids, alkalis and industrial chemicals.
- Bright yellow colour for improved visibility and easy identification in plant environments.
Key Features and Benefits
- Outstanding durability helps extend service life in high-impact and abrasive applications, reducing replacement frequency.
- Superior chemical resistance makes it ideal for use in corrosive or chemically aggressive environments.
- Easy to machine, cut and fabricate using standard workshop tools, simplifying production and custom component manufacture.
- Low moisture absorption and good dimensional stability support consistent performance in varied operating conditions.
- Smooth planed surface reduces friction in sliding applications and is easier to clean and maintain.
- Consistent sheet format and multiple thickness options allow efficient design, stockholding and repeatable fabrication.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | High-performance polyethylene engineering plastic |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Sheet length | 2000 mm (nominal) |
| Sheet width | 1000 mm (nominal) |
| Available thicknesses | 10, 12, 15, 20, 25 mm plus additional thicker options (subject to availability) |
| Key properties | High impact strength, excellent chemical resistance, low moisture absorption |
Applications and Ideal Uses
This pressed and planed yellow polyethylene sheet is suitable for a wide range of industrial and engineering applications where toughness, chemical resistance and good machinability are essential.
- Machine guards, covers and safety panels in manufacturing and processing plants.
- Wear strips, liners and sliding components in conveyors and material handling systems.
- Chemical handling and storage environments requiring corrosion-resistant sheet material.
- Impact protection pads, bump stops and protective barriers in workshops and warehouses.
- Fabricated engineering components, jigs and fixtures in general fabrication and maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this yellow polyethylene sheet be easily cut and machined?
Yes, the sheet can be cut, drilled and machined using standard metalworking or woodworking tools with appropriate cutting speeds and sharp tooling. It is suitable for sawing, routing and milling to produce custom profiles and components.
Is the material suitable for use in chemically aggressive environments?
The sheet offers excellent resistance to many common acids, alkalis and industrial chemicals, making it well suited to corrosive environments. However, it is advisable to check compatibility with specific chemicals, concentrations and temperatures before use in critical applications.
Can the sheet be used outdoors and in varying temperatures?
The polyethylene sheet provides good performance over a broad temperature range and has low moisture absorption, making it suitable for many indoor and some sheltered outdoor uses. For prolonged exposure to weathering or extreme temperatures, application-specific testing and design allowances are recommended.