UHMWPE Braided Cords

UHMWPE braided cord and suture material sizes start at a diameter of 0.12 mm (103 denier)

High strength ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) cords, tapes, and threads exhibit...

• high strength to weight ratio
• low density (less dense than water)
• high tensile modulus
• low elongation
• low coefficient of friction
• good flexibility
• good chemical stability

High strength polyethylene braids are constructed to provide tough properties for demanding applications, such as

• Actuator cables
• Tethers
• Closure devices
• Anchoring devices

Braids with blue, green, and black colored marker threads are available.

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ISO-10993 Biocompatibility results are available to customers upon request.