Chirulen® UHMW-PE Compression Molded 1020E

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.

Brand: Chirulen (4 products)

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 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Polyethylenes,
Polyolefins
Polymer Name: Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
Technologies: Plastics
Product Families: Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films

Features & Benefits

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

Applications & Uses

Markets: Healthcare & Pharma
Applications: Healthcare & Pharma — Medical
Implants & Prosthetics
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Orthopaedic Implant

Properties

Physical Form

Mechanical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density (Annealed material)	935.0	kg/m³	ASTM D792 / ASTM D1505
Tensile Stress at Yield (Tensile strength)	22	MPa	ASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Tensile Stress at Break (Ultimate tensile strength)	58	MPa	ASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Elongation (at Break)	450.0	%	ASTM F648 / ASTM D638
Shore Hardness (15 sec)	66.0	D - Scale	ASTM D2240
Notched Impact Strength (Charpy)	196	kJ/m²	ISO 11542.2
Crystallinity (1ˢᵗ heat, 20°C - 160°C)	59.0	%	ASTM F2625, Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Notched Impact Strength (lzod)	144	kJ/m²	ASTM F648
Water Absorption (at 23°C until Saturation)	max. 0.05	%	ASTM D570

Thermal Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Melting Temperature (10°C/min)	136.0	°C	ASTM DF2625, Differential Scanning Calorimeter
Vicat Softening Point (10N, at 50°C/hr)	134.0	°C	ASTM D1525
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (23°C to 80°C)	1.8 x 10⁻⁴	K⁻¹	ASTM D696
Heat Deflection Temperature (at 1.8 MPa)	42.0	°C	ASTM D648
Thermal Conductivity	approx. 0.4	W/(m*K)	DIN 52612
Crystallization Temperature Range (20°C - 160°C)	126 - 144	°C	ASTM F2625
Ash Particles	max. 150	mg/kg	ISO 3451 -1
Oxidation Resistance (Surface oxidation index)	max. 0.1		ASTM F2102
Oxidation Resistance (Bulk oxidation index)	max. 0.1		ASTM F2102
Oxidation Induction Time to Conducted (at 200°C)	10	min	ASTM D3895

Regulatory & Compliance

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