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Thermoplastic elastomers
This group of materials combines the most important properties of thermoplastics and elastomers: Thermoplastic elastomers, or TPEs for short, behave flexibly like rubber as required, but can also be moulded by melting them down. They are therefore suitable for a wide range of applications in very different industries.
- Pliable and elastic at room temperature so that they return to their original shape after stretching
- Unlike vulcanised elastomers, injection moulding, extrusion or comparable processing methods replace the vulcanisation process for TPEs
- Temperature resistance depends on the individual composition, so TPEs can be used in a wide range of temperatures
- Resistance varies depending on type and composition
TPE-E
Thermoplastic polyester elastomer
TPE-E combines a variety of properties such as high resistance to many liquid media and high temperatures, and is tough and flexible.
Keyflex
LG Chem Ltd.
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TPE-S
Thermoplastic styrene elastomer
TPE-S has good resistance to water, dilute acids and alkalis. It is also UV and ozone resistant.
Nilflex
Taro Plast S.P.A.
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TPE-U
Thermoplastic polyurethane
TPE-U has excellent mechanical properties as well as good oil and grease resistance and is highly transparent.
Neostane
Dongsung Chemical Co. Ltd.
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Neostie
Dongsung Chemical Co. Ltd.
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Neothane
Dongsung Chemical Co. Ltd.
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TPE-V
Thermoplastic elastomer fully cross-linked
In addition to high temperature resistance, TPE-V offers good resistance to weathering and many chemicals.
Innoprene
Kumho Polychem Co. Ltd.
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Taroprene
Taro Plast S.P.A.
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