Technical Specifications
| Material Type | High Density Polyethylene (HDPE / PE-HD) |
| Checker Plate Grade | Polystone PG100 (PE100) - UV resistant, slip resistant finish one side |
| Density | 0.96 g/cm3 |
| Tensile Strength | 24 MPa (checker plate grade) |
| Flexural Strength | ~30 MPa |
| Impact Strength | Very high (non-brittle) |
| Hardness | Shore D 65-70 |
| Min Operating Temperature | -50 C |
| Max Continuous Service Temp | 80 C |
| Melting Point | ~130 C |
| Water Absorption | <0.01% |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent - resistant to most acids, alkalis, solvents |
| UV Resistance | Good (UV-stabilised grades available in black and yellow) |
| Coefficient of Friction | 0.15 |
| Thermal Expansion | 150-230 um/m.K |
| Slip Resistance | Meets AS and DIN slip resistant standards (checker plate) |
| Food Grade | Yes (black checker plate is food grade) |
| Drinking Water Approved | Yes |
| DVS Compliant | Yes (meets highest standards for tank fabrication) |
| Electrical Insulation | Excellent |
| Weather Resistance | Excellent |
Certifications & Downloads
HDPE Sheet
Black & White HDPE Sheets (1.5mm – 60mm)
Optional finishing services - toggle any you need.
Optional. Add drilled holes to your piece.
Acrylic only - optical-grade edge finish
Pick which edges to polish.
Flame polish is only available on acrylic.
Manual router - per-corner price scales with thickness
Rounded or 45 degree bevel - per-metre rate x thickness
Why choose HDPE Sheet?
Benefits of HDPE Polyethylene
Applications
Colour and Features
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- Chemical and Moisture Resistance: HDPE is highly resistant to chemicals and water, ensuring long-lasting performance in tough environments.
- Impact Strength: It can withstand heavy impacts without cracking or breaking, making it suitable for high-stress applications.
- Weatherproof Properties: With excellent UV resistance, HDPE performs reliably under prolonged outdoor exposure.
- Industrial Components: Commonly used for tanks, pipes, and liners due to its chemical resistance and durability.
- Cutting Boards: Food-grade HDPE is ideal for hygienic and long-lasting cutting surfaces in kitchens and food processing.
- Outdoor Signage and Structures: Suitable for weatherproof signs, playground equipment, and marine applications.
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HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) Polyethylene is a durable and versatile thermoplastic known for its high strength-to-density ratio. It is lightweight, impact-resistant, and resistant to moisture, chemicals, and UV exposure, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. This material provides exceptional durability while remaining cost-effective.
Natural HDPE Cutting Boards – The Hygienic Choice for Food Prep
Natural HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) cutting boards are a top choice in commercial kitchens and home cooking alike. Their dense, non-porous surface resists moisture, bacteria, and staining, making them exceptionally hygienic and easy to clean. Unlike wood, HDPE won’t absorb liquids or retain odors, and it's gentle on knife edges to help keep blades sharper for longer. Durable, food-safe, and dishwasher-friendly, HDPE cutting boards offer long-lasting performance and peace of mind for safe food handling.
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Technical Specifications
| Material Type | High Density Polyethylene (HDPE / PE-HD) |
| Checker Plate Grade | Polystone PG100 (PE100) - UV resistant, slip resistant finish one side |
| Density | 0.96 g/cm3 |
| Tensile Strength | 24 MPa (checker plate grade) |
| Flexural Strength | ~30 MPa |
| Impact Strength | Very high (non-brittle) |
| Hardness | Shore D 65-70 |
| Min Operating Temperature | -50 C |
| Max Continuous Service Temp | 80 C |
| Melting Point | ~130 C |
| Water Absorption | <0.01% |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent - resistant to most acids, alkalis, solvents |
| UV Resistance | Good (UV-stabilised grades available in black and yellow) |
| Coefficient of Friction | 0.15 |
| Thermal Expansion | 150-230 um/m.K |
| Slip Resistance | Meets AS and DIN slip resistant standards (checker plate) |
| Food Grade | Yes (black checker plate is food grade) |
| Drinking Water Approved | Yes |
| DVS Compliant | Yes (meets highest standards for tank fabrication) |
| Electrical Insulation | Excellent |
| Weather Resistance | Excellent |
Certifications & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HDPE sheet?
Is HDPE food safe?
How do you cut HDPE sheet?
What is the difference between HDPE and UHMWPE?
Can HDPE be used outdoors?
What is HDPE checker plate?
Can you glue HDPE?
What thicknesses does HDPE sheet come in?
My spec says PE300, PE500, or PE1000. What do I order?
What you can make with HDPE Sheet
UHMWPE Wear Pads
Custom UHMWPE wear pads and slide plates engineered for chutes, conveyors and material-handling equipment. Exceptional abrasion resistance, self-lubricating properties and CNC machined to your drawings with fixing holes.
Mining Machine Guards & Safety Screens
Heavy-duty polycarbonate and HDPE machine guards for mining equipment, crushers, conveyors, and processing plants. Impact-resistant, cut to size, and delivered Australia-wide.
Bearings & Rollers
Turned nylon, acetal, and UHMWPE bearings and guide rollers.
Cutting Boards
Food-grade HDPE boards for commercial kitchens and processing.
Air Conditioner Covers
Custom cut acrylic, polycarbonate and HDPE air conditioner covers. Screen outdoor units, protect from weather and keep airflow clear. Cut to size, shipped Australia-wide.
Chemical Tanks
PVC fabricated tanks for aggressive chemical storage and dosing.
Conveyor Components
Wear-resistant guides, idlers, and return rollers from engineering rod.
Bus & Coach Parts
Machined rod and tube for grab rails, bushings, and transit fittings.
Guides & articles
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Plastic for Custom Fabrication
This guide helps choose the right plastic by understanding material properties, matching them to applications, ensuring precision, machinability, compliance, and using an online calculator for accurate, custom-cut fabrication.
Read guide →Why Precision Matters: How Cut-to-Size Accuracy and Expert Fabrication Drive Project Success
Precision in plastic fabrication, via accurate cut-to-size methods like CNC router and laser cutting, reduces waste, saves time, and ensures high-quality results. Perspex Online offers expert in-house machining and fast nationwide delivery.
Read guide →Selecting the Best Plastic Sheets for Durability and a Perfect Fit in Your Custom Projects
Guide to selecting durable plastic sheets like acrylic, polycarbonate, and HDPE for custom projects, emphasizing material properties, precise cut-to-size services, custom fabrication, and Australia-wide delivery.
Read guide →Solve Fabrication Headaches with Precision Cut-to-Size Plastics
Perspex Online offers precision cut-to-size plastics with CNC and laser cutting, ensuring perfect fits, reducing waste, speeding project timelines, and providing expert support for trade and DIY fabrication.
Read guide →Top 10 Mistakes Trade and DIY Customers Make When Ordering Plastic-and How to Avoid Them
Avoid common mistakes when ordering cut-to-size plastics by accurately measuring, understanding material properties, communicating clearly with suppliers, using online tools, and consulting experts for project success.
Read guide →Precision Fabrication, Better Results: How Accurate Cut-to-Size Plastics Improve Outcomes for Trade and DIY
Precision cut-to-size plastics from Perspex Online save time, reduce waste, enhance finish quality, and offer versatile solutions for trade and DIY projects, backed by expert support and fast nationwide delivery.
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Services available for this product
CNC Routing
Profiling, pocketing, and drilling in HDPE and UHMWPE sheet.
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Turned HDPE and UHMWPE bushings, rollers, and fittings.
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Hot-air and extrusion welding for HDPE tanks and fabrications.
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Custom HDPE tanks, bunds, and containment vessels.
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Finished HDPE and UHMWPE components to specification.
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