PE500 Food-Grade High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Sheet
Premium yellow HMWPE for food processing and high-performance applications
Our PE500 yellow plastic sheet represents the gold standard in food-compliant engineering thermoplastics. This high molecular weight polyethylene (HMWPE) delivers exceptional wear resistance, ultra-low friction properties, and outstanding impact strength, making it the material of choice for demanding food processing and industrial applications.
Fully compliant with EU and FDA food contact regulations, PE500 combines superior mechanical performance with hygienic properties essential for food industry applications, cutting boards, conveyor components, and wear-resistant industrial parts.
Technical Specifications
Material Grade
PE500 HMWPE (High Molecular Weight)
Thickness Range
10mm to 25mm
Food Compliance
EU 10/2011 & FDA 21 CFR 177.1520
Food & Industrial Applications
• Food Processing Equipment & Machinery
• Commercial & Industrial Cutting Boards
• Conveyor Components & Chain Parts
• Chutes & Hoppers for Material Handling
• Wear Liners & Protective Surfaces
• Guide Rails & Slide Plates
• Packaging & Bottling Line Components
Material Properties
| Property |
Value |
Test Method |
| Tensile Strength |
22-28 MPa |
ISO 527 |
| Elongation at Break |
>350% |
ISO 527 |
| Impact Strength (Charpy) |
No break |
ISO 179 |
| Operating Temperature |
-80°C to +80°C |
Continuous |
| Coefficient of Friction |
0.10-0.20 (dynamic) |
DIN 53375 |
| Water Absorption |
<0.01% |
ISO 62 |
✓ Food Contact Certified
This PE500 yellow sheet is fully certified for direct food contact applications and complies with:
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• EU Regulation 10/2011 (Plastic Materials & Articles in Contact with Food)
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• FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 (Olefin Polymers)
Expert Fabrication Services Available
Our specialist fabrication team offers precision cutting to size, CNC machining, drilling, and custom fabrication for PE500 sheets. We can manufacture cutting boards, wear strips, guide rails, and bespoke components to your exact specifications. Contact us for a tailored quotation.
🚚 UK Stock & Fast Delivery
All PE500 yellow sheets are held in stock at our UK facility for immediate dispatch. Standard nationwide delivery available, with express options for urgent food industry requirements. Volume discounts available for bulk orders and trade accounts.
Quality Assurance & Certification
All materials supplied with full food compliance certification and technical documentation. Manufactured to ISO standards with full traceability. Material safety data sheets (MSDS) and food contact declarations available on request.
Need technical advice or food compliance documentation? Our plastics engineering specialists are here to help. Contact us today to discuss your specific food processing or industrial application requirements.
