https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Novel_Thermoplastic_elastomers_for_overmolding_applications.pdf
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1.
Table 1 below illustrates an example of this class of novel TPEs.
REFERENCES
1.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/Versaflex TPE-snorkel mouthpiece- case study snapshot.pdf
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• Replace PVC with alternative materials such as TPE or
silicone
• Skin contact safety and UV resistance
• Soft texture with a non-sticky feel
• Translucent color to help children use it properly and
safely
• Customized a soft (Shore A) TPE solution that
passed strict tests, including thermal
deformation (80°C for 2 hours), UV resistance,
and assembly resistance
• Providing a 40% more cost-effective system
than silicone due to the high production
efficiencies of TPEs
• Provided cross-regional cooperation and prompt
response to help customers achieve fast
commercialization in both Europe and China
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Versaflex Low Adhesion Build Up Solution Product Bulletin_CN9.22-1
应用于保护膜粘合层的 Versaflex CF 低增粘 TPE
产品公告
™
保护膜可从产品的初始制造、组装、运输到储存
和安装的所有环节为产品表面提供保护。
应用于保护膜的Versaflex™ CF 6668低增粘TPE
可满足这一需求。
主要特性
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
在钢材、PMMA和其他各种基材上提供较高
的初始粘附力
粘附力稳定,不易增长,防止残留
低解卷力,提高贴膜效率
优异的晶点控制
一步共挤成型,提高生产效率
与传统的溶剂型涂层技术相比,VOC释放显
著降低
可回收
应用
Versaflex CF 6668 TPE的低增粘性能使其非常
适合用于如下高端应用的保护膜:
家电
家具
建筑工程
汽车
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Stat-Tech TPE Static Dissipative _ Electrically Conductive Thermoplastic Elastomers Product Overview_A4.pdf
Stat-Tech™ TPE Static Dissipative & Electrically
Conductive Thermoplastic Elastomers
Stat-Tech™ TPEs are electrically conductive
thermoplastic elastomers engineered to protect
critical electronics from electrostatic discharge
(ESD), and electromagnetic and radio frequency
interference (EMI/RFI).
Stat-Tech TPEs can be both injection molded and
extruded, giving great design freedom for more
complex geometries.
These include:
• Industrial – Conveyor belts (food production
and pharmaceutical industries) and controls
(joy sticks, machinery handles and knobs,
corrugated bellows, tool grips)
• Electrical and electronic devices – Seals and
gaskets, radars and sensors
• ADAS components – Camera systems,
navigation systems, vehicle control systems,
infotainment systems
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
STAT-TECH SOLUTIONS
KEY TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
Material
Description
Base
Resin Color Hardness
Range
Surface
Resistivity (Ω)
Key
Characteristics
ST0100-5003 ESD FD White
VN8904 GP0F025721 TPU White 85 ShA 108 to 109 High elongation, static conductive,
FDA compliance
ST0100-5006 ESD X2 Natural TPU Natural 85 ShA 107 to 109 High elongation, static conductive
ST0200-5001 ESD Natural X1 TPE Natural 40 ShD 107 to 109 High elongation, permanent anti-static,
static conductive
SST0200-5004 ESD Black TPE Black 40 ShA 103 to 105 Electrically conductive,
static dissipative, lower hardness
ST0200-5002 EC ES Black TPE Black 60 ShA 100 to 102 Electrically conductive, high elongation
ST0200-5009 EC Black TPE Black 60 ShA 100 to 102 Electrically conductive, high elongation
Property Unit
Standard
Test
Methods
ST0100-5003
ESD FD White
VN8904
GP0F02571
ST0100-
5006
ESD X2
Natural
5001 ESD
Natural X1
5004 ESD
Black
5002 EC
ES Black
5009 EC
Black
Base Resin TPU TPU TPE TPE TPE TPE
Physical Properties
Hardness Shore ISO 48-4 85A 85A 50D 40A 60 A 60A
Density ISO 1183 1.19 1.15 1 1.01 0.965 1.21
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength (Break) Mpa DIN 53404 10 15 15 4 5.7 2.5
Elongation, Break % DIN 53504 600 650 500 300 400 250
Electrical Properties
Surface Resistivity Ω IEC 60093 108 to 109 107 to 109 107 to 109 103 to 105 100 to 102 100 to 102
Volume Resistivity Ω.cm IEC 60093 108 to 109 107 to 109 107 to 109 103 to 105 100 to 102 100 to 102
Color White Natural Natural Black Black Black
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These TPEs have
good processability.
Figure 1 shows the TEM of two of SEBS/oil/PP
compound (1).
Reference
1.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/Versaflex TF TPE Solutions for Textile Fabric Product Bulletin.pdf
Versaflex™ TF Adhesive Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs)
for Textile Fabrics
As consumers are becoming more health-
conscious, there’s a steady increase in the demand
for functional, lightweight, and comfortable fitness
clothing that is also visually appealing.
These
solutions can support the strength and elasticity of
the fabric for superior shape recovery of up to 99%
after 300% elongation over 1 minute.
Versaflex TF Adhesive TPEs offer easy processing
and shaping, and can also be custom-colored
and cost-efficiently laser-cut.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/gls-indoor-grips-translation-application-bulletin.pdf
For
example, overmolding a TPE grip onto a hand mixer
can improve comfort.
A few of the options you can add with GLS TPEs:
1.
TPEs can provide
unusual texturing, such as a bubble or ridged
surface or even a leather look.
3.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Overmolding_of_Thermoplastic_Elastomers_Engineered_solutions_for_consumer_product_differentiation.pdf
Figure 1.: Two shot injection molding machine with parallel barrels.
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July 19, 2007
Comparing data from Table 3 and Figure 8. with Table 4, it can be seen that polar modified styrenic TPES (in
Table 1) outperform other TPEs.
Reference:
solutions that
1.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/auto-injector-application-study.pdf
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Injection window
Integrated rigid
needle shield
2
Cap
3
1.
Requirements:
Biocompatability, durability,
overmolding TPE
3.
Requirements:
Soft dampening to protect the
vial and other components
Versaflex™ VDT TPEs
12.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/packaging-solution-bulletin-selector-guide.pdf
GLS™ TPE
PACKAGING SOLUTIONS
CHEMICAL RESISTANT
SOLUTIONS FOR COSMETIC,
PERSONAL CARE AND
HOUSEHOLD PACKAGING
We’ve developed a line of chemical resistant thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) that do not discolor, etch, crack or
delaminate.
And, because TPEs can be overmolded, brand owners and packaging
manufacturers have new options for designing components that can be integrated directly into the package.
4345, 4355, 4365
4465
4570
4665
Hardness
Shore A 45A, 55A, 65A 65A 70A 65A
Regulatory*
• EU 10/2011
Color Translucent Translucent Natural Natural
Overmolding
Bonds To Polypropylene Polypropylene Polar substrates Polar substrates
Chemical
Resistance
• #1 for soaps
• Low-cost
solution for
non-polar oils
• #2 for soaps
• Some oils
• #1 for polar &
non-polar oils
• #1 for non-polar
solvents, like
isododecane
• #2 for non-polar
oils
• Abrasion
resistance
* Regulatory compliance is offered for consideration only—limitations apply; please check with product stewardship.
Our FDA and REACH compliant Versaflex™ PKG TPEs provide options for designing aesthetically pleasing
packaging components that withstand aggressive chemicals