Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene
Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber is a gel-spun material made up of extremely long chains of polyethylene. UHMWPE is manufactured by several brands—the most prominent being Spectra and Dyneema—and is extremely strong and durable; making it ideal for a number of applications.
UHMWPE is very strong versus its weight, and has a high resistance to both ballistic, sharp edged and pointed instruments. UHMWPE is not only used in bullet proof and stab proof vests, but also in clothing, fishing lines, cut resistant gloves, aircraft containers, sports equipment, clothes, etc.
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