A family of insulations derived from the polymerization of ethylene gas and characterized by outstanding electrical properties, including high I R , low dielectric constant, and low dielectric loss across the frequency spectrum Mechanically rugged, it resists abrasion and cold flow
A semi-transparent plastic used in sheets as vapor barriers or for packaging and containers Made in high density (HDPE) and low density (LDPE) varieties Low in toxicity, it produces low risk vapors when burned
Tough, chemical and moisture resistant jacketing material, ideal for outdoor cables
A thermoplastic material composed of polymers of ethylene It is normally a translucent, tough, waxy solid unaffected by water and a large range of chemicals
In its pure form, a chemically stable plastic material Used in film form for a variety of purposes, including film negative holders and page protectors A cheaper alternative to polyester film
lightweight, thermoplastic that feels waxy; is resistant to chemicals and moisture and flexible enough to squeeze Won't stiffen or become brittle from cold; resistant to chipping, crushing and peeling, but will not last with abrasive cleaning or sterilizing
A plastic generally considered safe by ISO for use with photographs However, many of these plastics are treated with thin coatings to modify their chemical and surface properties, so polyethylene products should still pass the PAT
A common type of plastic produced from ethylene and used in the making of pipes, foil and packaging material
A polymer consisting of many ethylene monomers bonded together; used for kitchenware, containers etc
A manufactured fiber which is often produced in continuous filaments It has extremely low moisture regain both wet and dry It is extremely strong and resists attack by mildews Always solution dyed Examples in our line: "Xorel"
A family of insulations derived from the polymerization of ethylene gas and characterized by outstanding electrical properties, including high I T low dielectric constant, and low dielectric loss across the frequency spectrum Mechanically rugged, it resists abrasion and cold flow
A chemically stable, highly flexible, transparent or translucent plastic Used in preservation to make sleeves for photographic materials, among other uses
In its pure form, a chemically stable plastic material Used in film form to make sleeves for photographic materials and other uses A cheaper alternative to polyester film
Polyethylene is a type of plastic made into thin sheets or bags and used especially to keep food fresh or to keep things dry. a strong light plastic used to make bags, sheets for covering food, small containers etc British Equivalent: polythene. Any of the polymers of ethylene, the largest class of plastics. Its simple basic structure, of ethylene monomers, can be linear (high-density and ultrahigh-molecular-weight polyethylene; HDPE and UHMWPE, respectively) or branched to a greater or lesser degree (low-density and linear low-density polyethylene; LDPE and LLDPE, respectively). The branched polyethylenes have similar structural characteristics (e.g., low crystalline content), properties (high flexibility), and uses (packaging film, plastic bags, mulch, insulation, squeeze bottles, toys, and housewares). HDPE has a dense, highly crystalline structure of high strength and moderate stiffness; uses include beverage bottles, liquid detergent jugs, crates, barrels, and luggage. UHMWPE is made with molecular weights 6-12 times that of HDPE; it can be spun and stretched into stiff, highly crystalline fibres with a tensile strength many times that of steel; uses include bulletproof vests
polymerized (see polymer) ethylene, ranging from a colorless liquid to a white solid; used in the manufacture of plastic films and sheets, and a wide variety of containers, kitchenware, tubing, etc