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Borotron® HM050 HMW-PE
Borotron® HM050 high molecular weight polyethylene shapes are enhanced with 5% elemental boron, making this thermoplastic grade a superior solution for nuclear and medical applications requiring extreme shielding. The high hydrogen content of HMW-PE allows this grade to absorb thermal neutrons, which are then absorbed by the added boron compound. Borotron® HM050 HMW-PE components are often favored for use in nuclear waste disposal and detection systems, nuclear material storage and transportation, radiation therapy environments, and hot cell technology applications within the nuclear and medical technology markets.
- Enhanced with 5% elemental boron
- Very good wear and abrasion resistance
- High impact strength
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Low coefficient of friction
- Very low water absorption
- Excellent machinability
Material Properties
Available Geometries
Borotron® HM050 HMW-PE stock shapes encompass a range of standard sizes in the following geometries: Plate
Available Colors
Borotron® HM050 HMW-PE stock shapes come in the following colors: Natural
Medical vaults and doors
Hot cells
Nuclear storage and transport containers
Nuclear waste management
Particle
accelerators
accelerators
Nuclear detection systems
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