High Density Poly Ethylene (HDPE) is a thermoplastic polymer made from petroleum. As one of the most versatile plastic materials around, HDPE plastic is used in a wide variety of applications, including plastic bottles, milk jugs, shampoo bottles, bleach bottles, cutting boards, and piping.

Application

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) is a petroleum-based thermoplastic polymer considered one of the most versatile plastic materials available today. It is used to manufacture numerous items, including food and beverage containers, cleaning product bottles, pipes, cutting boards, and some shoe parts.

Features;

Waterproof

HDPE is appropriate for building foundation waterproofing. In addition to helping waterproof, it can also act to help protect the foundation from root intrusion.

UV resistance

It's a highly suitable choice for outdoor applications. Since HDPE can't be damaged by UV rays, it's frequently used in the design of children's outdoor playground equipment.

Resistance to Hot & cold water

HDPE pipe can handle fluid and environmental temperatures ranging from -40°F to 140°F, making HDPE water pipe suitable for use with hot or cold water in many different environments. HDPE pipe can handle repeated freeze/thaw cycles without incurring damage to the pipe.

Disadvantages of HDPE

It is high flammability, sensitivity to stress cracking, inability to be biodegradable, inability to be composted, lack of resistance to oxidizing acids, lack of resistance to chlorinated hydrocarbons, and its high thermal expansion.

Types of HDPE

HDPE 80 and HDPE 100 are the main types of HDPE pipe. HDPE 80 pipes transport gas, and HDPE 100 pipes transport liquids like oil and water. HDPE 100 pipes offer higher density for extra durability. They also work under high operating temperatures, making them the most popular!