GLS 243-072 (Clear) GLS 277-002

GLS 296-082 GLS 360-075 DARK BLUE

GLS™ Versaflex™ TPEs for Packaging - Product Selection Guide Thermoplastic Elastomers: GLS™

GLS 380-010 GLS 414-001

Most GLS materials overmolding materials are generally non-abrasive / non-corrosive and replicate the mold surface fairly well. All conventional gating types are suitable for processing GLS elastomers.

GLS™ TPEs - Overmolding 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

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.

The resulting white paper unpacks the technical details and conclusions of the study, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPEs with antimicrobial additives to protect the finished, molded part.

The resulting white paper unpacks the technical details and conclusions of the study, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPEs with antimicrobial additives to protect the finished, molded part.

The resulting white paper unpacks the technical details and conclusions of the study, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPEs with antimicrobial additives to protect the finished, molded part.