PE500 Blue Polyethylene Sheet 10mm to 25mm Thick – HMWPE Engineering Plastic, Cut Sizes

This PE500 blue plastic sheet range offers a durable, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) engineering material, supplied in a choice of convenient pre-cut sizes from 10mm to 25mm thick. With excellent impact resistance, low moisture absorption and good wear properties, it is ideal for a wide variety of industrial, engineering and fabrication tasks.

Available in a striking blue colour, these sheets are commonly used for cutting boards, wear strips, guards, machine components and general-purpose engineering parts. Multiple length and width combinations – such as 250mm x 250mm, 500mm x 250mm, 500mm x 500mm and 1000mm x 250mm at 10mm thickness, plus many additional size options up to 25mm thick – make it easy to select a format that suits your specific project or production line.

Product Features

• Material: PE500 (high-density polyethylene) sheet in robust, engineering-grade quality.
• Colour: solid blue finish for easy identification and a clean, professional appearance.
• Thickness options: from 10mm up to 25mm to suit light-duty through to more demanding applications.
• Size variants: popular formats include 250mm x 250mm, 500mm x 250mm, 500mm x 500mm and 1000mm x 250mm at 10mm thick, plus many additional length and width combinations.
• High impact resistance and good wear performance for long service life in moving or contact applications.
• Low moisture absorption and good chemical resistance, suitable for damp or washdown environments.
• Easy to cut, drill and machine using standard workshop tools for custom components and profiles.

Key Features and Benefits

• Provides a tough, resilient surface that resists chipping and cracking, helping reduce downtime and replacement costs.
• Low-friction properties support smooth movement of components and conveyed products, improving efficiency.
• Excellent dimensional stability and low water uptake make the material reliable in humid or wet conditions.
• Blue colour improves visibility of components and offcuts, aiding hygiene control and inspection in sensitive environments.
• Supplied in a wide range of pre-cut sheet sizes and thicknesses, minimising waste and saving preparation time.
• Machinable with standard equipment, allowing on-site customisation for brackets, guards, wear parts and panels.

Specifications

Applications and Ideal Uses

These PE500 blue plastic sheets are suitable for a broad range of industrial, engineering and fabrication applications where impact resistance, low moisture absorption and good wear performance are required.

• Cutting boards, work surfaces and impact plates in production and processing areas.
• Wear strips, guides and support rails on conveyors and handling systems.
• Machine guards, covers, panels and safety barriers in workshops and factories.
• Custom machined components, spacers, blocks and mounting plates.
• General-purpose engineering, prototyping and fabrication projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I machine and drill PE500 blue plastic sheet with standard workshop tools?

Yes. PE500 sheet can typically be cut, drilled and machined using common woodworking or metalworking tools with sharp blades and appropriate cutting speeds. Using proper clamping and support will help achieve clean cuts and accurate holes.

Is PE500 blue plastic sheet suitable for use in wet or washdown environments?

Yes. PE500 has very low moisture absorption and good resistance to many cleaning agents, making it suitable for damp areas and environments that require frequent washing or rinsing. Always check chemical compatibility for any aggressive cleaning chemicals.

How do I choose the right thickness and sheet size for my application?

Select the thickness based on the expected load, impact and support spacing; lighter-duty or well-supported panels may be suitable at 10mm, while more demanding or self-supporting parts often benefit from thicker options such as 20mm or 25mm. Then choose the nearest pre-cut length and width that fits your required component size, allowing some extra material for trimming or machining.