Polystone FM (Fender) UHMWPE
Polystone FM (Fender) is a recycled ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) engineered for industrial marine fender applications. It provides a cost-effective, reliable solution for impact and abrasion resistance in demanding marine environments.
Specifications
- Minimum Operating Temperature
- -100°C
- Maximum Operating Temperature
- 80°C
- Food Grade
- No
- Drinking Water Approved
- No
- Tensile Strength (MPa)
- >19
- Thermal Expansion (µm/m.K)
- 150-230
- Coefficient of Friction
- 1.15
- Chemical Resistance
- High
- Formats Available
- Sheet
Polystone FM (Fender) is a recycled UHMWPE grade developed specifically for marine fendering. By utilising reclaimed material, it delivers a sustainable option that maintains the robust performance expected of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene in impact-prone applications.
The material exhibits high chemical resistance, a broad service temperature range from -100 °C to 80 °C, and a coefficient of friction of 1.15. Its mechanical resilience, with tensile strength exceeding 19, ensures long-term wear protection in harsh saltwater and industrial settings.
Choosing Polystone FM (Fender) from Dotmar means access to a consistent, high-quality recycled sheet stock. Dotmar supplies this grade in sheet format, ready for machining and fabrication, backed by technical expertise to support your marine and industrial engineering projects.
Key Features
- Recycled UHMWPE composition for sustainable marine fendering
- High chemical resistance for prolonged service in aggressive environments
- Service temperature range: -100 °C to 80 °C
- Tensile strength >19
- Coefficient of thermal expansion: 150–230
- Available in sheet format for machining and fabrication
Polystone FM (Fender) UHMWPE Applications & Uses
Polystone FM (Fender) is purpose-designed for marine fender systems, including dock fenders, vessel berthing profiles, ship-to-ship fenders, and offshore platform protection strips. Its impact absorption and abrasion resistance also suit industrial wear pads, chute liners, and guide rails where recycled UHMWPE can deliver reliable, cost-effective performance.
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