High-density Polyethylene Yarn

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Introduction

HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) Yarn is the "industrial workhorse" for outdoor and marine environments. Characterized by its linear molecular structure with minimal branching, HDPE offers exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and high chemical resistance. It is the most common material for agricultural netting, heavy-duty ropes, and sun-shading fabrics. GC FIBER’s HDPE yarn is produced through a specialized extrusion process that maximizes molecular orientation, resulting in a fiber that is almost completely non-absorbent and has a specific gravity of 0.95, allowing it to float on water.

Our HDPE yarn is treated with high-dosage UV stabilizers (HALS) to prevent the "brittleness" that usually occurs under intense tropical sun. It is a highly "slippery" fiber with a low coefficient of friction, which makes it excellent for anti-abrasion applications but requires specific knotting techniques. Because it is chemically inert, it is immune to rot, mildew, and most acids, making it the ideal choice for environmental engineering and long-term outdoor infrastructure.

Specification

Specific Gravity0.95 (Floats on water)
Tenacity6.0 to 8.5 cN/dtex (High Tenacity)
Moisture Regain<0.1% (Hydrophobic)
Melting Point130∘C to 135∘C
Chemical ResistanceExcellent (Resistant to acids, bases, and solvents)
UV StabilityGrade 7-8 (Enhanced with UV absorbers)
Abrasion ResistanceVery High
Denier Range300D to 5000D
Softening Point110∘C−120∘C
FlexibilityHigh even at low temperatures (−40∘C)

Application

HDPE Yarn is the preferred choice for heavy-duty netting, agriculture, and maritime safety.

Agricultural Shade Nets and Hail Protection

Used to protect crops from extreme sun, wind, and hail. The UV-stabilized HDPE ensures the nets do not degrade and fall onto the crops after a single season.

Aquaculture and Fishing Nets

Ideal for deep-sea fishing nets and fish farm cages. Its buoyancy and resistance to salt-water corrosion and marine predator bites (due to high abrasion resistance) make it indispensable.

Industrial Silt Curtains and Geotextiles

Used in civil engineering to control erosion or prevent sediment from spreading in water bodies during construction. Its chemical inertness ensures it doesn't leach toxins into the water.

Outdoor Sporting Nets

Used for soccer goal nets, baseball batting cages, and golf perimeter netting where the yarn must withstand high-velocity impacts and constant sun exposure.

Advantage

  • Zero Water Absorption: Unlike Nylon, HDPE does not gain weight or lose strength when wet, maintaining its tension and structural integrity in rainy or marine conditions.

  • Highest Chemical Inertness: Resistant to almost all industrial chemicals, allowing it to be used in hazardous environments where other synthetic fibers would dissolve.

  • Low Density / High Yield: Being lighter than water allows for the production of large-scale nets that are easy to handle, transport, and deploy without heavy machinery.

  • Cryogenic Stability: Maintains its strength and flexibility at sub-zero temperatures, making it suitable for Arctic fishing or cold-storage industrial dividers.

About
GC FIBER
GC FIBER has been a special textile factory in China since 2006 years. We are devoted to researching, developing, producing, and selling special and functional eco-friendly textile products.
Our products include Biodegradable Yarn, Low Melting Yarn, ECDP Yarn, Anti Static Yarn, HDPE Yarn, Bio-component Yarn, and Polyester Filament Yarn.
We are always interested in cooperating with our guests to develop new material.
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