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Overview
LDPE (low density polyethylene) is a soft, stretchy plastic material.
LDPE sheet is used for orthotics and prosthetics when softness and flexibility are required.
LDPE Standard Sizes
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48"x96" (0.062"-2.0" thick)
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- Length, width, thickness, and diameter tolerances vary by size and by manufacturer
- Custom sizes and colors available upon request
- Many of our plastic materials are available as films with thicknesses of 0.029" or less
- Also available as a tape.
LDPE Grades and Colors
- Grades include:
- Wide variety of colors
NOTE: Several grades of LDPE are available. For additional information on low density polyethylene materials, contact your local Curbell Plastics representative or call Curbell at 1-888-287-2355.
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Typical Properties
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UNITS |
ASTM TEST |
LDPE |
| Tensile strength |
psi |
D-638 |
1,400 |
| Flexural modulus |
psi |
D-790 |
30,000 |
| Izod impact (notched) |
ft-lbs/in of notch |
D-256 |
no break |
| Heat deflection temperature @ 264 psi |
°F |
D-648 |
122 |
| Maximum continuous service temperature in air |
°F |
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- |
| Water absorption (immersion 24 hours) |
% |
D-570 |
0.10 |
| Coefficient of linear thermal expansion |
in/in/°Fx10-5 |
D-696 |
- |
| Values may vary according to brand name. Please ask your Curbell Plastics representative for more specific information about an individual brand. |
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