https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/whats-difference-tpes-vs-silicones?ind[]=21537
They also require precise venting and vacuum to release off-gassing during the chemical curing process and must withstand temperatures more than twice that of TPE molds (170°F vs. 320-420°F)
Thermoplastic elastomers have rapid cooling times and do not require secondary operations or curing agents, which leads to quick turnaround and fabrication.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/whats-difference-tpes-vs-silicones
They also require precise venting and vacuum to release off-gassing during the chemical curing process and must withstand temperatures more than twice that of TPE molds (170°F vs. 320-420°F)
Thermoplastic elastomers have rapid cooling times and do not require secondary operations or curing agents, which leads to quick turnaround and fabrication.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/overmolding-mold-design?rtype[]=1164
In general, the rough surface produced when EDM the cavity will produce a good surface and good release from the mold.
To aid in release, the cavity or core may be coated with a release coating such as PTFE impregnated nickel after it has been given a sand blast or EDM finish.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/colormatrix-select-product-bulletin-1.pdf
TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS Select Rapid Color Prototyping Technology includes: Select Color Cell • Color scanning or matching • Creation of color plaques Online Software • Formulation and price generator • Web-based processor Automated Dispenser • Globally standard base colors • Consistent production from recipes HOW IT WORKS Select allows you to: • Instantaneously create a new color using your own standards, spectrophotometer or colorimeter data, or the software’s built-in design tools • Produce small quantities of color masterbatch for use in validating your color match • Combine advanced liquid colorants, cloud-access software and automated dispensing technology • Carry out color modeling and rapid iteration Select also helps you: • Choose the right color by providing a quick and cost effective way to model, sample, and test color options • Facilitate prototyping and variation testing PRODUCT BULLETIN CONVENTIONAL COLOR DEVELOPMENT PROCESS Multiple rounds of sampling, trials and approvals, usually over many weeks.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/Omnicolor Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Multipurpose, multi-resin colorant concentrates • Formulated with high quality, heavy metal-free pigments • Carrier system designed for compatibility across different resin systems • Samples available with quick turnaround in small lots for customer evaluation • Available in a wide range of stock and standard colors* • Low LDRs—typically 1–3% • Low minimum order quantities for both stock and non-stock colors * Color availability dependent on region or country PRODUCT BULLETIN MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Omnicolor Multipurpose Colorants can be used for injection molding, blow molding, or profile and sheet extrusion processes.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-09/nonwoven-colorants-card.pdf
This literature shall NOT operate as permission, recommendation, or inducement to practice any patented invention without permission of the patent owner. 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Avient’s selection of colorants for disposable and durable nonwoven provides a quick and reliable way to color polypropylene nonwoven in spunbond and meltblown processes.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Cesa Anti-fog Plus Product Bulletin.pdf
Thanks to a unique combination of multi-additives in the masterbatch formulation, Cesa Anti-fog Plus materials allow good fog clearance before and after lamination, provide quick performance in both hot and cold conditions.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Revolve Tripod Case Study.pdf
Tripod users, from outdoor enthusiasts to photographers, have several common expectations for this essential tool: strength to safely support their prized equipment, stability to get the most accurate shot, quick setup and deployment, and lightweight portability to get their gear easily from here to there.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/NEUSoft Product Selection Guide.pdf
NEUSoft™ UR842A NEUSoft™ UR852A NEUSoft™ UR862A NEUSoft™ UR873A Hardness 42 52 62 73 Specific Gravity 0.96 0.98 1.01 1.04 Compression Set 17 16 16 23 Tensile Strength @ 50% (psi) 130 185 265 455 Tensile Strength @ 100% (psi) 185 257 364 594 Tensile Strength @ 200% (psi) 305 392 532 830 Tensile Strength @ Break 990 1367 1849 2509 Elongation 501 575 626 542 Tear Resistance 120 164 234 319 Melt Index 190C/8.7kg 2 4 9 13 SELECTION GUIDE NEUSoft™ Thermoplastic Polyurethanes With continued advancement in healthcare technology, the importance of quick prototyping and material sampling has never been greater.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Edwards Ballistic Panel Case Study.pdf
It’s portable enough to be airlifted into remote sites and provides quick protection for troops with no additional equipment support needed.