Thread: UHMW Sheets
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Old 01-11-2021, 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by buckbrush View Post
What is the difference between UHMW and HDPE for this type of application?

Always wanted to build a sled.
UHMW is Ultra high molecular weight Poly etheline. It's about 40% denser. Hdpe is high density poly etheline.

Hdpe is more springy, and has some more give to it. It's also a fair bit cheaper.
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