Normal UHMWPE, cross-linked and Vit.-E added.
Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is a fibre that is widely used in the medical field due to its lightness, durability and strength.
Up to 15 times stronger than steel and up to 40% stronger than aramid fibres in relation to weight, UHMWPE is also a flexible, biocompatible material that is resistant to abrasion, acids and alkalis, and numerous organic solvents.
In the medical field, UHMWPE is used to make orthopaedic implants such as hip and knee replacements due to its biocompatibility and resistance to wear and tear.