https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/processing-styrenic-block-copolymer-tpes-gls?rtype[]=1164
Please contact your GLS representative for more information.
The harder (40 Shore A and above) SEBS or SEPS formulations contain higher temperature ingredients and process at temperatures similar to polypropylene (350°F to 410°F).
Contact the GLS technical support team for processing assistance.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/processing-styrenic-block-copolymer-tpes-gls
Please contact your GLS representative for more information.
The harder (40 Shore A and above) SEBS or SEPS formulations contain higher temperature ingredients and process at temperatures similar to polypropylene (350°F to 410°F).
Contact the GLS technical support team for processing assistance.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/overmolding-solutions?rtype[]=1164
47 Shore A, Natural, colorable solution
PP overmolding is a common characteristic of thermoplastic elastomers from GLS.
Dynalloy™ OBC 8000-T40– 40 Shore A, translucent
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/tpes-for-automotive-fasteners-clips-product-bulletin-1.pdf
GLS™ TPE AUTOMOTIVE SOLUTIONS ENABLE LONG-TERM PERFORMANCE WITH TPEs FOR FASTENERS AND CLIPS The average length of vehicle ownership is on the rise, placing greater demands on all elastomeric materials to maintain long-term sealing performance in fasteners and clips.
ONFLEX™ HT ONFLEX™ AF 7210 ONFLEX™ S KA ONFLEX™ S KG Applications Fasteners/ Clips Fasteners/ Clips Fasteners/ Clips Fasteners/ Clips Defining Characteristic High temperature sealing performance Ambient temperature sealing performance High temperature sealing performance Ambient temperature sealing performance Density 1.00 g/ml 0.99 g/ml 1.10 g/ml 1.13 g/ml Physical Properties Tensile Strength 6.0–10.0 MPa 5.0–11.5 MPa 3.0–7.5 MPa 2.6–4.9 MPa Tear Resistance 25.0–37.0 kN/m 21.0–43.0 kN/m 17.0–46.0 kN/m 16.0–29.0 kN/m Compression Set 73°F (23°C) 72hrs 12–27% 16–32% 13–23% 31–35% 158°F (70°C) 22hrs 28–44% 32–43% 29–38% 62–66% 212°F (100°C) 22hrs 45–53% 56–60% 54–57% 80–85% Hardness 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A Overmolding Substrate Polypropylene/ Polyethylene Polypropylene Polyamide Polyamide Processing Injection Molding/ Extrusion Injection Molding/ Extrusion Injection Molding/ Extrusion Injection Molding/ Extrusion HOW GLS TPEs MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN AUTOMOTIVE FASTENERS AND CLIPS • Low compression set – coupled with good stress relaxation, our automotive TPEs are designed to maintain a good seal over time and reduce noise generated by vibration • High temperature performance – Avient automotive TPEs provide good sealing performance in temperatures up to 100°C/212°F • Bonding performance - strong chemical bond to polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyamide • Process flexibility - grades can be both injection molded and extruded • Easy to color - can be colored at the machine • Reduced production steps - some grades do not require pre-drying • Low VOC/FOG - OnFlex HT™ has been externally tested to VDA 278 and is proven to help satisfy vehicle interior air quality (VIAQ) regulatory requirements • Single source supply – we can streamline your supply chain with the ability to provide polymer colorants, engineered thermoplastics, and thermoplastic elastomers from a single source • Global support - we provide production, technical, and commercial support in locations convenient to your operations, including North America, Europe, and Asia To learn more about GLS TPEs for automotive applications, visit www.avient.com or call +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368). www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=3754
GLS 419-095 GUN METAL
GLS 419-103 PEONY PINK
GLS 419-098 RASPBERRY RED
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/injection-molding-mold-processing
Drying is not typically required for GLS TPEs.
75-
90°F
(25-
32°C)
Harder grades (> 50 Shore A) will set up faster in the mold compared to very soft grades (< 20 Shore A).
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/overmolding-solutions
47 Shore A, Natural, colorable solution
PP overmolding is a common characteristic of thermoplastic elastomers from GLS.
Dynalloy™ OBC 8000-T40– 40 Shore A, translucent
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/overmolding-part-design
Properly designed deep undercuts are possible with GLS overmold TPEs.
Spiral flow testing results for GLS products are presented below using injection speeds of 3 in/sec and 5 in/sec.
30-32
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/injection-molding-mold-processing?rtype[]=1164
Drying is not typically required for GLS TPEs.
75-
90°F
(25-
32°C)
Harder grades (> 50 Shore A) will set up faster in the mold compared to very soft grades (< 20 Shore A).
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=5193
LIQUID COLOR PURPLE 488-20155-1
LIQUID COLOR PURPLE 488-30687-1
LIQUID COLOR PURPLE 488-30727-1