UHMWPE Fiber
Product Overview
UHMWPE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) Fiber is a high-performance synthetic fiber with an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, very low density, outstanding abrasion resistance, low moisture absorption and good chemical resistance.
With a density of approximately 0.97 g/cm³, UHMWPE fiber is significantly lighter than water and is suitable for applications where high strength and low weight are both important.
It is widely used in high-performance ropes, marine and offshore products, protective textiles, cut-resistant materials, composite reinforcement, industrial cordage and other demanding applications.
Available Specifications
Typical Linear Density Range:
200–3000 Denier
220–3330 dtex
Common online specifications include:
200D
400D
800D
1200D
1600D
2400D
Standard Color:
Raw White
Selected colors and customized specifications are available upon request.
Key Features
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
- Ultra-low density, approximately 0.97 g/cm³
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Very low moisture absorption
- Good resistance to many chemicals
- Good fatigue and flex resistance
- Lightweight and suitable for demanding applications
Typical Applications
- High-performance ropes and cordage
- Marine and offshore applications
- Protective textiles
- Cut-resistant materials
- Composite reinforcement
- Industrial cordage
- Sports and outdoor equipment
Sample & Bulk Supply
Samples are available for product evaluation and qualification.
Standard specifications can be ordered for sample testing. For bulk quantities, customized specifications, special colors or application-specific requirements, please contact SZHL for a quotation.
Global B2B supply and international sample shipping are available.
Technical Note
The above information represents typical reference characteristics of UHMWPE fiber. Actual properties may vary depending on grade, specification, manufacturing process and testing method. Final technical values are subject to the official TDS of the supplied grade.
Typical Technical Data (Reference)
| Property | Typical Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Linear Density (Denier) | 200–3000 | ASTM D885 |
| Linear Density (dtex) | 220–3330 | ASTM D885 |
| Tensile Strength (cN/dtex) | 30–45, depending on grade | ASTM D2256 |
| Tensile Modulus (cN/dtex) | 800–1600, depending on grade | ASTM D2256 |
| Elongation at Break (%) | 2.5–4.0 | ASTM D2256 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 0.97 | ASTM D792 |
| Melting Point (°C) | Approx. 135 | DSC / ASTM D3418 |
| Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) (%) | Approx. 17–18 | ASTM D2863 |
| Moisture Regain (%) | ≤ 0.01 | ASTM D570 |
| Color | Raw White standard; black and other colors available on request | — |
Note: The above data are typical reference values only. Actual properties may vary depending on grade, specification and test method. Final values are subject to the official TDS of the supplied grade.