Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers
Absorbs Shock, Protects Electronics
Versaflex™ thermoplastic elastomers serve consumer, packaging and healthcare markets. With low compression set and silky feel, these grades meet application-specific needs for shock absorption and vibration damping, chemical resistance, and clarity. Able to adhere to a range of engineering plastic substrates, Versaflex elastomers often eliminate secondary operations for faster cycle times and reduced production costs.
Impact
- Increases impact protection for consumer electronics
- Dampens vibrations in protective sports gear
- Meets regulatory requirements for healthcare
- Approved for food contact in packaging
- High quality aesthetic surface finish
- Resists UV damage over time
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Versaflex™ Solutions
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| Product Series | Applications | Description/Product Features |
|---|---|---|
| Versaflex™ CE Series | Consumer Electronics | Specialty TPEs for demanding consumer electronics applications to provide excellent stain resistance (including blue jean stain resistance), optical clarity, low compression set and/or good sealing to protect against dust and water |
| Versaflex™ CE 3130 Series | Consumer Electronics | Non-blooming thermoplastic elastomer materials for premium surface finish, enhanced feel, and improved aesthetics |
| Versaflex™ CE 3140 | 5G Consumer Electrics | 5G transparent thermoplastic elastomers minimize signal loss to enable high-speed connectivity while still providing excellent physical properties, aesthetics and UV resistance qualities of traditional TPEs |
| Versaflex™ CL Series | General purpose | Unfilled TPEs developed to deliver optical clarity for a wide variety of applications from pet toys to cap liners |
| Versaflex™ CL E Series | Bags, bottles and films | Formulated without plasticizers to increase clarity and flexibility, plus excellent odor and oxygen barrier performance |
| Versaflex™ GP 2810 Series | Translucent applications | Unfilled, translucent TPE series developed for wide range of applications and offering good colorability |
| Versaflex™ HC Series | Medical applications | Specialty healthcare formulations to meet the demanding functional and regulatory requirements in many applications, including medical tubing, gaskets and stoppers, handles, and medical devices |
| Versaflex™ OM Series | Overmolding | Formulated specifically for overmolding onto PC/ABS or nylon resins for improved haptics and function |
| Versaflex™ PF | Surface protective films | Customizable co-extruded tack layer film that lowers VOC emissions by eliminating secondary coating and drying operations; and avoids use of liquid solvents |
| Versaflex™ PKG | Packaging | Chemical resistant formulations designed for cosmetic, personal care and household packaging |
| Versaflex™ VDT Series | Appliances, phone cases | Vibration damping formulations to dissipate energy and prevent unwanted movement and noise |
| Versaflex™ XP 2850 Formulations | Recreation, consumer goods | Specialty wet grip TPE developed to provide hydrophobic properties plus abrasion and UV resistance for improved performance where water and moisture can otherwise make products slippery |
| Versaflex™ XP 5130-65 | Consumer electronics | Shock absorbing and abrasion resistant TPE material specifically designed to provide extra protection for the phone case market |
| NAME | CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial Phone Case - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 enhanced solution that included antimicrobial properties and stain resistance | View |
| BOA Shoe Lacing - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ OM 9-801N TPE delivered excellent surface aesthetics and overmolding performance for shoe brand | View |
| Catheters & Specialty Medical Tubing Selection Guide | Product Selection Guide | Explore the flexible material solutions for catheters and specialty medical tubing | View |
| Chemically Compatible TPEs for Cosmetic Packaging - Application Bulletin | Application Bulletin | Learn how Avient’s chemically compatible VersaflexTM PKG thermoplastic elastomers provide a wide range of tactile finishes and surface textures | View |
| Clip & Lock Closure for Food Containers - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer improves performance and meets food compliance regulations for clip and lock closure | View |
| Computer Mouse - Case Study | Case Study | Versaflex™ TPE used to create ergonomic computer mouse with soft-touch qualities | View |
| Contact Lens Container - Case Study | Case Study | Custom Versaflex™ formulation enhances contact lens container manufacturing productivity | View |
| Cosmetic Dropper - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers improved chemical resistance for cosmetic droppers | View |
| Customized Versaflex™ TPE for Resuscitator Bag - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Customized Versaflex™ TPE delivered process improvement and met customer's request for a vinyl alternative without sacrificing performance | View |
| Disposable Syringe Plunger - Case Study (English) | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ HC 2110-57B enhanced long-term sealing performance for disposable syringe plunger (English language version) | View |
| Disposable Syringe Plunger - Case Study (Spanish) | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ HC 2110-57B enhanced long-term sealing performance for disposable syringe plunger (Spanish language version) | View |
| Fishing Tool Grip – Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Avient Design services and a custom Versaflex™ wet grip TPE combine to deliver an optimized and aesthetically differentiated fishing tool for outdoor gear OEM | View |
| GLS™ TPE Infant Care Solutions Guide - Product Selection Guide (Chinese) | Product Selection Guide | Ideal TPEs for safe, durable and regulatory compliant applications like pacifiers, bottles and bathtubs (Chinese language version) | View |
| GLS™ TPE Infant Care Solutions Guide - Product Selection Guide (English) | Product Selection Guide | Ideal TPEs for safe, durable and regulatory compliant applications like pacifiers, bottles and bathtubs (English language version) | View |
| GLS™ TPE Soft-Touch Grips Indoor - Application Bulletin | Application Bulletin | Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for indoor applications | View |
| GLS™ TPE Soft-Touch Grips Outdoor - Application Bulletin | Application Bulletin | Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for outdoor applications | View |
| GLS™ TPEs - Injection Molding Guide | Design Guide | Guide to part design, mold design, hot runner systems, overmolding, machine selection, material handling and preparation, processing conditions and troubleshooting for GLS™ solutions | View |
| GLS™ TPEs - Overmolding Guide | Design Guide | Guide to overmolding material selection, part and mold design, material handling and preparation, TPE injection molding, processing, maximizing adhesion and troubleshooting for GLS™ TPEs | View |
| GLS™ TPEs Impact Protection - Product Bulletin | Product Bulletin | Versaflex™ XP is a shock absorbing and abrasion resistant TPE material specifically designed for the phone case market | View |
| GLS™ TPEs Impact Protection - Product Bulletin (Chinese Version) | Product Bulletin | Versaflex™ XP is a shock absorbing and abrasion resistant TPE material specifically designed for the phone case market (Chinese language version) | View |
| GLS™ TPEs Packaging Selection Guide - Product Selection Guide | Product Selection Guide | GLS™ TPEs for soft touch packaging solutions | View |
| GLS™ Versaflex™ PF - Technical Bulletin | Technical Bulletin | Versaflex™ PF formulations are specially developed for the manufacture of co-extruded surface protective films | View |
| GLS™ Versaflex™ PF - Technical Bulletin (Chinese) | Technical Bulletin | Versaflex™ PF formulations are specially developed for the manufacture of co-extruded surface protective films (Chinese language version) | View |
| GLS™ Versaflex™ TPEs for Packaging - Product Selection Guide | Product Selection Guide | Chemical resistant solutions for cosmetic, personal care and household packaging | View |
| Haptics and Vibration Damping for Power Tool Handle - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex OM 6258 improves haptics and vibration damping for power tool handle | View |
| HIVIZ® Shooting Systems Recoil Pad - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Custom GLS™ TPE enhances user comfort and durability in recoil pad | View |
| Improved Comfort and Aesthetics for CPAP Tube - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ CL2250 improved comfort and aesthetics to CPAP tubing | View |
| Lightweight and Kink Resistant Garden Hose - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Customized Versaflex™ TPE enables lightweighting and improves kink resistance and performance | View |
| MAM Learn to Drink™ Cup - Case Study (English) | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ FFC enhanced consumer appeal and met Europe's food contact regulations for Learn to Drink™ Cup (English language version) | View |
| MAM Learn to Drink™ Cup - Case Study (Spanish) | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ FFC enhanced consumer appeal and met Europe's food contact regulations for Learn to Drink™ Cup (Spanish language version) | View |
| Optical Clarity for Phone Case - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 custom solution to enhance stain resistance and tensile strength | View |
| Overmolding and Stain Resistance Wireless Power Bank - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Customized Versaflex™ CE grade provides an over molding solution with stain resistance for wireless power bank | View |
| Philips Avent Milk Bottle Seal - Case Study (English) | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ FFC2882-87 provided safe sealing performance for Philips Avent Milk Bottle (English language version) | View |
| Philips Avent Milk Bottle Seal - Case Study (Spanish) | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ FFC2882-87 provided safe sealing performance for Philips Avent Milk Bottle (Spanish language version) | View |
| Pocket Knife Handle - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife | View |
| Pocket Knife Handle - Case Study | Case Study | Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife | View |
| Recoil Pad for Rifle - Case Study | Case Study | Custom HIVIZ recoil pad materials deliver superior recoil reduction and exceptional durability to a high-end rifle manufacturer | View |
| Safety and Durability for Dog Toy - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ provides safe, tear resistant material for dog toy | View |
| Shock Absorbing Running Shoe - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Customized TPE enhances shock absorption in running shoe | View |
| Shock Absorbing Smartphone Case - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ XP 5130-65 solution for enhanced shock absorption in protective smartphone case | View |
| Slip Resistance Vacuum Cleaner Wheel - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ provides colorability and slip resistance in vacuum cleaner wheel | View |
| Smart Materials™ for Mobile Phone Cases - eBook | eBook | Consider design trends, materials and processing options when designing your new phone case models. | View |
| Soft Foam Ammo for Toy - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer developed a TPE solution with consistent quality that met tight durometer specifications and improved yield | View |
| Thermoplastic Elastomers - Product Selection Guide | Product Selection Guide | Explore our product guide for innovative TPE solutions for thousands of applications | View |
| Thermoplastic Elastomers for Healthcare - Industry Bulletin | Industry Bulletin/Overview | Delivering specialized thermoplastic elastomer solutions for demanding healthcare applications | View |
| Tourniquet Band - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Custom GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer replaced thermoset rubber for tourniquet band | View |
| TPEs for Anti-Vibration Feet - Application Bulletin | Application Bulletin | Reduce movement of top load washing machines with TPEs for anti-vibration feet | View |
| TPEs for Home Appliances - Product Bulletin | Product Bulletin | GLS TPEs are designed to help you stand out from your competitors with reduced appliance movement and noise | View |
| Vacuum Cleaner Gasket - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ OM provides greater design and good sealing sealing properties for vacuum cleaner gasket | View |
| Versaflex CE Blue Jean Stain Resistant TPEs - Application Bulletin | Application Bulletin | Learn how blue jean stain resistant TPEs make the difference for white and light-colored phone cases | View |
| Versaflex CE Blue Jean Stain Resistant TPEs - Technical Bulletin | Technical Bulletin | Stain resistant TPEs for white or light-colored phone cases | View |
| Versaflex™ CE TPEs for 5G Transparency - Application Bulletin | Application Bulletin | Minimize signal loss to enable high-speed connectivity with Versaflex™ CE 3140 TPEs with 5G transparency for phone cases and 5G devices | View |
| Versaflex™ CE TPEs for 5G Transparency - Application Bulletin (Chinese) | Application Bulletin | Minimize signal loss to enable high-speed connectivity with Versaflex™ CE 3140 TPEs with 5G transparency for phone cases and 5G devices (Chinese language version) | View |
| Versaflex™ TPEs for Portable Speaker Solutions - Product Bulletin (English) | Product Bulletin | Versaflex™ TPEs for portable speakers as a gasket and overmold applications for water and dust protection (English language version) | View |
| Versaflex™ TPEs for Portable Speakers - Product Bulletin (Chinese) | Product Bulletin | Versaflex™ TPEs for portable speakers as a gasket and overmold applications for water and dust protection (Chinese language version) | View |
| Versaflex™ XP Wet Grip TPE - Product Bulletin | Product Bulletin | Versaflex™ XP 2850 wet grip TPE provides exceptional wet kinetic COF performance for enhanced grip in wet environments | View |
| Video Game Controller Grips - Case Study | Case Study | Glow-in-the-dark controller grips gain comfortable advantage with Versaflex™ OM | View |
| Waterproof Speaker Gasket - Case Study | Case Study (Brief) | Versaflex™ CE 3120-40 easily prevented ingress of dust and water | View |