Ryton vs. UHMW Machining
Comparison of Ryton and UHMW Property Values
| Ryton |
|---|
| 0.02 |
| 5,000 |
| 1,000,000 |
| 2.5 |
| 385 |
| Material |
|---|
| Water Absorption Rating |
| Tensile Strength |
| Flexural Modulus |
| Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion |
| Dielectric Strength |
| UHMW - PE |
|---|
| slight |
| 3,100 |
| 110,000 |
| 11.1 |
| -- |
Material Properties
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Almost no moisture absorption
- Machines to tight tolerances
- Inert to steam, strong bases, fuels and acids
- Very low coefficient of linear thermal expansion
- Inherently flame retardant
- Dimensional stability
- High mechanical strength
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- High impact strength
- Machinability
- Low coefficient of friction
- Self-lubricating
- Chemical resistant
- Zero water absorption
- High abrasion resistance
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