TPE (Elastomer)
- Alternative Designations: Thermoplastic Elastomer
Description:
TPE is an elastomer, or rubber-like material, that is thermoplastic, meaning it can be molded and reformed with heat. It is often used in place of traditional rubbers and plastics because it is more flexible, durable, and environmentally friendly. This material exhibits excellent resistance to flexural fatigue. It has high impact strength, excellent chemical resistance, good resistance to tear and abrasion. In addition, it possesses good electrical properties. It is used in grips and handles, seals, plugs, power and hand tool components, wires and cables.
Material Properties
Processes:
Special properties
- Abrasion resistance
- Chemical resistance
- Flexibility
Property | Value, metric | Value, Imperial |
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Density | 1.15-1.25 g/cm3 | 1.15-1.25 g/cm3 |
Elongation at Break | 200-375% | 300% |
Hardness | - | - |
Ultimate Tensile Strength | 10-45 MPa | 1.5-6.5 ksi |
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SPI
SPI finishes are a set of standard mould finishes with different polished textures for enhanced properties.
Notes:A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, C1, C2, C3, D1, D2, D3
Final result:
- Heavily polished, to semi-gloss to fine and coarse matte depending on the selection
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VDI
VDI is an international standard for mould texturing of matte surfaces. It is mainly processed by Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) when mould machining.
Notes:VDI12, VDI15, VDI18,VDI21, VDI 24, VDI27, VDI30, VDI33, VDI36, VDI39, VDI42, VDI45
Final result:
- Fine-to-coarse grain depending on the selection
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Custom Finishing
If you select a custom finish in the Instant Quoting Engine it will require manual review. Manual quoting usually takes 1-2 business days.
Notes:Submitting for manual review with a custom request does not guarantee a quote.