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Chirulen® UHMW-PE Compression Molded 1020E

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Chirulen® UHMW-PE Compression Molded 1020E, a type of ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), is tailored for applications in the medical field, specifically in orthopedic implants. With a custom physical form, Chirulen® UHMW-PE Compression Molded 1020E ensures reliable performance in demanding medical applications, meeting the stringent requirements for orthopedic implants with its notable features.

Polymer Name: Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)

Physical Form: Custom

Features: Good Notched Impact Strength, High Energy Absorption, Low Coefficient of Friction, Wear Resistant

Density: 935.0 - 935.0 kg/m³

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Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (Annealed material)935.0kg/m³ASTM D792 / ASTM D1505
Tensile Stress at Yield (Tensile strength)22MPaASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Tensile Stress at Break (Ultimate tensile strength)58MPaASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Elongation (at Break)450.0%ASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Shore Hardness (15 sec)66.0D - ScaleASTM D2240
Notched Impact Strength (Charpy)196kJ/m²ISO 11542.2
Crystallinity (1ˢᵗ heat, 20°C - 160°C)59.0%ASTM F2625, Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Notched Impact Strength (lzod)144kJ/m²ASTM F648
Water Absorption (at 23°C until Saturation)max. 0.05%ASTM D570
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Melting Temperature (10°C/min)136.0°CASTM DF2625, Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Vicat Softening Point (10N, at 50°C/hr)134.0°CASTM D1525
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23°C to 80°C)1.8 x 10⁻⁴K⁻¹ASTM D696
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 1.8 MPa)42.0°CASTM D648
Thermal Conductivityapprox. 0.4W/(m*K)DIN 52612
Crystallization Temperature Range (20°C - 160°C)126 - 144°CASTM F2625
Ash Particlesmax. 150mg/kgISO 3451 -1
Oxidation Resistance (Surface oxidation index)max. 0.1ASTM F2102
Oxidation Resistance (Bulk oxidation index)max. 0.1ASTM F2102
Oxidation Induction Time to Conducted (at 200°C)10minASTM D3895

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