Description
RG1000 is a recycled ultra high molecular weight polyethylene sheet, ideal for various industrial uses. It offers excellent abrasion resistance and low moisture absorption.
Material Composition
RG1000 is made from ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) with recycled material, providing a sustainable option without compromising performance.
Mechanical and Thermal Properties
This sheet has a tensile strength of 22 MPa and a Shore hardness rating. It can withstand short-term temperatures up to 80°C and has a thermal conductivity of 0.43 W/(K*m).
Advantages and Disadvantages
RG1000 is odorless, tasteless, and non-toxic, making it economical compared to virgin grades. However, it is not FDA approved for food applications and has a maximum operating temperature of 90°C.
Applications and Uses
Commonly used for lining chutes, hoppers, and wear blocks, RG1000 is suitable for non-FDA applications in marine environments and conveyor systems.
Machining and Bonding Characteristics
RG1000 can be machined into various shapes and sizes, but bonding is challenging due to its low moisture absorption. High-speed steel tooling is recommended for machining.
Specifications
- Tensile strength: 22 MPa
- Shore hardness: Shore D
- Ball indentation hardness: 40 MPa
- Service temperature – short term: 80°C
- Service temperature – long term: 80°C
- Thermal conductivity: 0.43 W/(K*m)
- Available sizes: 2000mm x 1000mm, 3000mm x 1250mm
- Thickness range: 5mm to 80mm
- Available colors: Black, Green
Benefits
- Long lifespan with low drag
- Excellent sliding properties
- Cost-effective for budget projects
- Highly resistant to abrasion
Use Cases
- Lining chutes
- Hoppers
- Slide-ways
- Wear blocks
- Forest-product drag conveyor flights
- Conveyor-chain wear plates
- Belt-conveyor wipers and skirts
FAQ
Q: Is RG1000 suitable for food applications?
A: No, RG1000 is not FDA approved for food contact.
Q: What is the maximum operating temperature of RG1000?
A: The maximum operating temperature is 90°C.
Q: Can RG1000 be bonded?
A: Bonding RG1000 is difficult due to its low moisture absorption.
All sizes & prices
35 sizes · prices include VAT · tap a price to select that size
| Thickness Sheet size | 250 × 250mm | 500 × 250mm | 500 × 500mm | 1000 × 100mm | 1000 × 250mm | 1000 × 500mm | 1000 × 1000mm | 2000 × 500mm | 2000 × 1000mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50mm | £84.44£1,351.04/m² | £146.18£1,169.44/m² | £278.44£1,113.76/m² | £122.80£1,228.00/m² | £278.44£1,113.76/m² | £530.40£1,060.80/m² | £1,010.26£1,010.26/m² | £1,010.26£1,010.26/m² | £1,924.32£962.16/m² |
| 60mm | £101.30£1,620.80/m² | £175.42£1,403.36/m² | £334.16£1,336.64/m² | £147.36£1,473.60/m² | £334.16£1,336.64/m² | £636.48£1,272.96/m² | £1,212.34£1,212.34/m² | £1,212.34£1,212.34/m² | £2,309.20£1,154.60/m² |
| 70mm | £129.20£2,067.20/m² | £223.70£1,789.60/m² | £426.10£1,704.40/m² | £187.92£1,879.20/m² | £426.10£1,704.40/m² | £811.60£1,623.20/m² | £1,545.94£1,545.94/m² | £1,545.94£1,545.94/m² | £2,944.64£1,472.32/m² |
| 80mm | £147.64£2,362.24/m² | £255.68£2,045.44/m² | £486.98£1,947.92/m² | £214.76£2,147.60/m² | £486.98£1,947.92/m² | £927.58£1,855.16/m² | £1,766.80£1,766.80/m² | £1,766.80£1,766.80/m² | – |
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