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Marlex® H516HP High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

Yellow MDPE Gas Pipe

Marlex® H516HP high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a high-performance bimodal ethylene-hexene copolymer engineered for pressure pipe applications. 

Its resistance to slow and rapid crack propagation supports demanding gas distribution and energy piping systems. 

Produced using CPChem’s proprietary MarTECH® loop slurry process and advanced catalyst technologies, Marlex® HDPE resins deliver uniform molecular structure, predictable processing behavior and dependable performance across pipe extrusion platforms.

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Properties 

PropertyTypical ValueTest Method
HLMI (190°C/21.6 kg)8.0 g/10 minASTM D1238
Density0.949 g/cm3ASTM D1505
Flexural Modulus (2% Secant)140,000 psiASTM D790
Tensile Strength at Yield3,700 psiASTM D638
PENT Slow Crack Growth>10,000 hASTM F1473

Key Characteristics of Marlex® H516HP HDPE 

  • Excellent long-term hoop strength
  • Superb resistance to slow crack growth 
  • Exceptional resistance to rapid crack propagation 
  • Outstanding low-temperature toughness 

 

These HDPE resin properties make Marlex® H516HP PE a dependable choice for pipe and corrugated extrusion applications requiring long-term durability and reliable processing.

HDPE Resin for Pressure Pipe

HDPE resins are engineered for a wide range of pipe and corrugated extrusion applications.

Marlex® H516HP PE is optimized for pressure pipe extrusion applications. 

Typical Applications

Non-exhaustive list of applications:

  • Energy piping systems
  • Gas distribution 

 

These applications benefit from balance of stiffness, toughness, environmental stress crack resistance and long-term performance in pipe systems. 

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Why Choose CPChem as Your HDPE Supplier

Proven Polyethylene Leadership

A leading HDPE producer since the 1950s with deep polymer science expertise

Broad Portfolio

Broad HDPE portfolio supporting pressure pipe, conduit and corrugated infrastructure

R&D and Technical Service

World-class R&D and technical service teams supporting pipe system design

Reliable Global Supply

Reliable global supply from ISO 9001–certified manufacturing facilities

Innovation and Sustainability

Commitment to innovation and sustainability, including Marlex® Anew Circular Polyethylene