Round Rod, HDPE Grade A PE500, Natural, 50mm Diameter x 300mm Length

HDPE Grade A PE500 round rod in a natural translucent finish, 50mm diameter and 300mm long. Produced in the UK for machined wear components, guide components and general engineering use.

Material and specifications

• Material: High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
• Grade: Grade A PE500
• Colour and finish: Natural translucent
• Diameter: 50mm
• Length: 300mm
• Product weight: 600g
• Tensile strength at yield: 25MPa
• Elongation at yield: 9%
• Modulus of elasticity in tension: 1,000MPa
• Impact strength: No break
• Shore hardness: D64
• Long-term service temperature: 80°C
• Short-term service temperature: 90°C
• Coefficient of thermal expansion: 13–15 × 10⁻⁵ K
• Water absorption at saturation at 23°C: <0.05%
• Flammability classification: UL94 HB

Material properties

• Wear and abrasion resistance
• Low coefficient of friction for sliding and guide components
• High chemical resistance to acids, alkalis and solvents
• Food-safe and halogen-free
• Machinable with dimensional stability

Applications

• Food machinery
• Conveyor components
• Bearings and bushes
• Wear and guide components
• Cutting boards
• General engineering components

Frequently asked questions

What is this product?

This is a natural HDPE Grade A PE500 round rod for machining into engineering and wear components.

What are the dimensions?

The rod is 50mm in diameter and 300mm long.

What temperature information is provided?

The stated long-term service temperature is 80°C and the short-term service temperature is 90°C.

What applications are listed?

Listed applications include food machinery, conveyor components, bearings, bushes, cutting boards and general engineering use.