Polyethylene (PE) in CNC Machining
Polyethylene is a lightweight thermoplastic with low friction, impact resistance, and chemical resistance. RapidDirect CNC machines HDPE, LDPE, and UPE / UHMW-PE for automotive, medical, industrial, and consumer applications.
- Low friction: Polyethylene's low-friction surface suits moving and sliding components.
- Chemical resistance: PE grades resist many chemicals for demanding environments.
- Impact resistance: Polyethylene provides durable performance in parts exposed to repeated impact.
Selection note: Choose a polyethylene grade for its balance of stiffness, flexibility, impact resistance, chemical resistance, and wear performance. CNC machining supports custom prototypes and production parts.
Polyethylene (PE) CNC Machining Capabilities
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Lead time | About 6 days |
| Minimum wall thickness | Minimum 0.8 mm |
| Tolerances | ±0.005 in (±0.125 mm) |
| Maximum part size | 1200 × 500 × 150 mm |
| Available polyethylene | HDPE, LDPE, and UPE / UHMW-PE |
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