This is because the molds must be made of higher quality materials, must be able to withstand the heat and pressure of the pultrusion process, and be produced according to tight machining tolerances.

The fibers will pull and eventually fracture but will withstand high loads due to the high tensile modulus of the reinforcement.

NAME DESCRIPTION TARGET MARKETS AVAILABLE FEATURES1 OnFlex™ Part of Avient’s portfolio of specialty TPEs, OnFlex materials are designed to meet and withstand the rigor and durability of various industrial applications.

Medical tubing made from TPE is likewise formulated from a medical grade that withstands various fluids without degrading.

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Molded-in color hides scratches, withstands tough weather and helps you optimize manufacturing efficiency. Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives

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Wear-resistant plastisols can be formulated to withstand repeated abrasion. Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives

KEY CHARACTERISTICS The primary features and benefits of Gravi-Tech formulations are: • Customized density, offering a wide range of specific gravities from 1.5 to 11 gm/cm3 • Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very rigid grades • Corrosion resistance, withstanding oxidation for long-term use and benefit • Chemical resistance, withstanding fuels, oils and other harsh chemicals Additional features include: • Design flexibility and processing ease • Good impact strength • Elevated heat deflection temperature 6 Gravi-Tech Design Guide 7 CHAPTER 2 | PROCESS SETTINGS Density Modified Formulations Gravi-Tech™ polymer-metal composites are high-density materials developed as thermoplastic-based alternatives to lead and other traditional metals . Types of Layout Designs FIGURE 56 - Grid FIGURE 58 - Radial FIGURE 57 - Series FIGURE 59 - Hybrid 48 Gravi-Tech Mold Strength When consulting how strong the mold needs to be, there are two types of pressures it must withstand: injection pressure and clamping pressure . When consulting how strong the mold needs to be there are two types of pressures it must withstand; injection pressure and clamping pressure .

Medical tubing made from TPE is likewise formulated from a medical grade that withstands various fluids without degrading.