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Cut-To-Size Items are Non-Returnable!

As per our Shipping and Returns Policy, custom cuts and fabricated parts are non-returnable. If you need an over- or undersized item, note it under \"Comments\" during Checkout. Cut-to-size orders have an acceptable cut tolerance of 1/8" (0.125"), so clarify if the adjustment is to be made on the (+) or (-) side of the saw blade. Please review our full return and shipping policy here.

Measure Twice, Cut Once

Since custom cuts and fabricated parts are non-refundable, be very careful while measuring your dimensions. As each cut is nominal, even the slightest miscalculation could be costly.

How to Use a Measuring Tape

Extend your tape measure several inches to find the 1 and 2 inch markers. In between the inch markers you’ll find 16 equally spaced tick marks.

Measure by counting the increments beyond the nearest inch. As the increments decrease, so does the length of the mark. For example, 1/2\" has a bigger mark than 1/4\" which has a bigger mark than 1/8\". The smallest mark follows at 1/16\". Please be aware that some measuring tapes may have even smaller increments.

Features of a Measuring Tape: Sliding End Hook

The sliding end hook is designed for two different types of measurements. An outside measurement (where the hook of the tape hangs over an edge), requires the hook to slide out a bit to account for the thickness of the material. When making an inside measurement (where the hook will push up against a surface), the clip slides in, again, accounting for its thickness. The measuring tape self-adjusts to guarantee an accurate measurement (as far as the tape is concerned).


UHMW Sheet - Natural Virgin

UHMW Sheet - Natural Virgin

Natural Virgin Grade UHMW-PE | Cut-to-Size & Full Sheet | FDA Compliant

SKU: UHMNV SH

Select your custom cut sizes:

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Full sheet size: 48" x 120"

Options
Available hole sizes: 1/8”, 5/32”, 3/16”, 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 5/8”, 11/16”, 3/4”, 13/16”, 7/8”, 15/16”, and 1” increments

Price for 0.060" X 12.000" X 12.000" Qty: 1

$20.35


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Description

The Industry Standard for Extreme Durability & Wear Resistance

This Natural Virgin UHMW-PE (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) sheet is our most popular workhorse solution for applications that require extreme durability, high impact strength, and a low coefficient of friction.

Virgin UHMW delivers unsurpassed abrasion resistance—outwearing carbon steel up to 10 to 1 in sliding abrasion applications—at a price point that makes it a highly efficient alternative to metal. It is the ideal choice when you need a material that is slick, tough, and virtually unbreakable.

Looking for black or recycled options? For non-FDA compliant applications, we stock Black Virgin UHMW and Reprocessed UHMW (a lower-cost alternative).

Why Choose This Specific Sheet?

This is the industry standard for Virgin grade UHMW. Unlike Reprocessed grades, this sheet is FDA-compliant for food contact and offers superior purity. It is the correct choice if you need:

  • Unsurpassed Abrasion Resistance: Ideally suited for chutes, liners, and wear strips where materials slide against the surface.
  • Extremely Low Friction: The self-lubricating surface minimizes heat and noise, extending the life of your equipment.
  • Impact Strength: Virtually unbreakable, even at low temperatures, making it an ultra-resilient barrier against impact.
  • FDA Compliant: Approved for safe food contact, making it the standard for food processing and handling equipment.
  • Chemical Resistance: Highly resistant to corrosive chemicals, moisture, and acids (except oxidizing acids).

UHMW vs. HDPE: Which Do You Need?

While both are polyethylene-based plastics, they excel in different environments.

  • Choose UHMW (This Sheet) if durability and wear life are your #1 priorities. Its long molecular chains give it superior toughness and sliding abrasion resistance.
  • Choose HDPE if stiffness or cost is your priority. HDPE is easier to weld for structural tanks and is more rigid, but has a shorter wear life in abrasive applications.

Read UHMW vs. HDPE Guide ›

Fabrication & Machining

This material is fabrication-friendly using standard woodworking tools. You can drill, cut, and rout edges with ease. Note that while it machines easily, its high toughness means it does not hold fine threads as well as harder plastics like Nylon or Acetal (Delrin®). Use coarse threads or inserts for best results.

Need a Sample? Not sure if this is the right material? Try our sample packs:

Trusted Since 1980

When you order from Interstate Plastics, you're accessing over four decades of material expertise. We exclusively source from industry leaders—stocking proven brands like Tivar®, Polystone®, and our own proprietary IPX® advanced wear technology—to ensure premium quality and consistency in every sheet.

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Specifications

Material: UHMW
Specific Gravity (g/cc): 0.96
Water Absorption: 0.01% @ Saturation
Density: .93 g/cm3
Friction Coefficient: 0.2
Tensile Strength: 4600 psi
Tensile Modulus: 200 ksi
Flexural Modulus: 174 ksi
Flexural Strength: 4600 psi
Elongation: 400% @ Break / 12% @ Yield
Izod Impact Strength: 1.3 ft-lb/in.
Hardness: 70 (Shore D)
Compressive Strength: 3000 psi
Continuous Operating Temp: 180°F
Heat Deflection Temp: 116°F @ 264 psi
Melting Point: 260°F
UL94 Flammability: HB
Compliance: FDA, USDA
Dielectric Constant: 2.3
Dissipation Factor: .0005

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