Dyneema
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Description
[Royal DSM N.V., Netherlands] A registered trademark for a synthetic fabric that is stronger than Kevlar®. Dyneema® is composed of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene. It was invented by DSM in 1979 and has been sold commercially since 1990.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Spectra [Honeywell]
Other Properties
It is resistant to water, most chemicals, UV radiation and bacterial. May creep under stress. Becomes brittle below -150C
| Melting Point | 144-152 |
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Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, at http://www.wikipedia.com Comment: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyneema (Accessed Mar. 1, 2006)