Premium High-Performance Extruded Green Rod - PE1000 (UHMWPE) with Superior Chemical Resistance and Impact Strength

This premium high-performance green extruded rod is manufactured from PE1000 (UHMWPE), a tough engineering plastic renowned for its outstanding wear resistance, low friction and excellent impact strength. Supplied in a distinctive green colour for easy material identification, it is ideal for demanding mechanical, structural and sliding applications.

Combining superior chemical resistance with exceptional durability, this UHMWPE rod is widely used in engineering, production and maintenance environments. It machines cleanly using standard metalworking tools and is suitable for components such as bushes, rollers, guide rails and wear strips in sectors including food processing, materials handling and general industrial engineering.

Product Features

• Manufactured from PE1000 (UHMWPE) for superior impact strength and wear resistance.
• Distinctive green colour for quick identification and segregation from other engineering plastics.
• Available diameters from 20 mm (pack of 4) and 25 mm, 30 mm (packs of 3), 35 mm (pack of 2), 40 mm and many additional diameters to suit a range of machined parts.
• Standard lengths of 1000 mm and 2000 mm to match common machining and fabrication requirements.
• Excellent resistance to a wide range of chemicals, including many acids, alkalis and solvents.
• Very low coefficient of friction, ideal for sliding, bearing and wear applications.
• Good dimensional stability and easy to machine with conventional workshop equipment.

Key Features and Benefits

• Outstanding wear and abrasion resistance helps extend service life of components in high-duty applications.
• High impact strength reduces the risk of breakage under shock loading, improving equipment reliability.
• Low friction surface minimises drag and noise, enhancing performance of conveyors, guides and bearings.
• Excellent chemical resistance allows use in aggressive cleaning regimes and corrosive environments.
• Lightweight yet robust material makes handling and installation easier than metal alternatives.
• Good machinability enables precise custom parts to be produced quickly and cost-effectively.

Specifications

Applications and Ideal Uses

This PE1000 green rod is suited to a wide variety of engineering and industrial tasks where low friction, impact resistance and chemical resilience are essential.

• Wear strips, chain guides and conveyor side rails in food and packaging lines.
• Machined bushes, bearings and rollers in materials handling equipment.
• Impact pads, bump stops and protection components in loading and transfer areas.
• General-purpose machined components and jigs in workshop and maintenance environments.
• Sliding and guide elements in automated machinery and process equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this PE1000 green rod be machined with standard workshop tools?

Yes, the rod can be machined using conventional metalworking tools such as lathes, mills and saws. Sharp tools and appropriate cutting speeds are recommended to achieve a clean finish and maintain dimensional accuracy.

Is the UHMWPE rod suitable for use in wet or chemically cleaned environments?

Yes, this material offers excellent resistance to moisture and many common cleaning chemicals, as well as a wide range of acids and alkalis. It is not generally recommended for use with strong oxidising acids, so the specific chemicals in use should be checked against UHMWPE compatibility data.

How do I choose the correct diameter and length for my application?

Select a diameter that comfortably exceeds the largest finished dimension of your machined part, allowing for machining allowances. Choose between 1000 mm and 2000 mm lengths based on the component size and how many parts you intend to produce from each rod, taking into account tool clearance and cutting waste.