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Table 1: Physical Properties of Typical Overmolding TPEs TPE-A TPE-B TPE-C TPE-D TPE-E TPE-F TPE-G Hardness: 40 60 45 55 62 50 65 Specific Gravity: 0.92 0.93 0.97 1.07 1.17 1.17 1.15 Flow/Cross 300% Modulus: 292 472 379 340 583 423 587 Flow/Cross Tensile Strength: 587 628 687 462 1847 473 592 Flow/Cross Elongation: 593 532 589 604 589 485 236 Flow/Cross Tear: 107 148 140 178 274 156 186 CS 22hr. @ 23 C 18 28 27 25 18 24 33 The specific gravity range from 0.92 to 1.17 with a range of hardness for the overmolding application.
Table 2: Adhesion Values (pli) for Typical TPE grades which are polar modified styrenic block copolymers TPE-A TPE-B TPE-C TPE-D TPE-E TPE-F TPE-G Cycoloy C2950 (PC/ABS) 12.4 A 16.7 A 15 A 15.5 C 26.4 C Cycolac T1000 (ABS) 11.9 A 17.8 A 14.5 A 15.1 C 27.2 C Lexan 141 (PC) 12.2 A 14.5 A 13.5 A 17.2 C 27.1 C Zytel 7331F (PA6) 21 A 23.5 A Zytel 73G33L (33% GF PA6) 17.2 A 19.8 A Zytel 101L (PA66) 22.1 A 20.7 A Table3: Adhesion Values (pli) for commercially available TPEs.
B-TPE-65A B-TPV-55A B-TPE-35A B-TPE-50A B-TPV-55A B-TPV-70A Cycoloy C2950 (PC/ABS) 12.8 A 8.1 A 10.4 A 15.1 A Cycolac T1000 (ABS) 10.2 A 9.1 A 9.1 A 12.4 A Lexane 141 (PC) 11.7 A 10.2 8.1 A 15 A Zytel 7331F (PA6) 7.2 A 8.8 A Zytel 73G33L (33% GF PA6) 8.1 A 8.2 A Zytel 101L (PA66) 6.8 A 7.2 A 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 TPE-A TPE-B TPE-D TPE-E1 TPE-E2 ABS PC/ABS PC Figure 8: Adhesion values of TPEs with rigid substrates, ABS, PC and PC/ABS Consumer Product Differentiation Page 13 July 19, 2007 Today there is phenomenal interest in overmolding TPEs onto rigid substrates, particularly in the consumer product arena in applications requiring a soft touch.
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MOVE OVER METAL Compared to steel, carbon fiber composites are: Tensile Strength 400–500 ksi Density 1.55 g/cm3 Concrete reinforcement, infrastructure repair BUST THE RUST Carbon fiber composites are inherently corrosion resistant, making them ideal for harsh outdoor applications MEET YOUR NEEDS Avient customizes composite materials to meet your specifications, from specialty surface treatments to finishing operations TAKE THE HEAT Carbon fiber composites have excellent dimensional stability to withstand extreme temperatures and conditions stronger 10X 5X lighter Archery bow limbs, risers, cable guards, arrows https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/pultrusion-and-continuous-filament-winding-technology/glasforms-pultruded-rods-tubes-custom-profiles https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-tape-laminates-and-barstock/gordon-composites-thermoset-laminates-barstock https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-11/carbon-fiber-reinforced-product-bulletin.pdf
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PRODUCT BULLETIN reSound™ REC Recycled Content TPEs Sustainable TPEs for automotive interiors The demands for improved sustainability continue to drive innovation and change across the transportation industry.
Developed in response to the increased need for sustainable material alternatives, reSound™ REC TPEs provide comparable performance to traditional fossil-based grades, and support goals for reduced waste and carbon emissions.
Designed to meet common OEM requirements, these recycled grades offer similar aesthetics to prime TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/SEM TPE Product Selector Guide _N. America only_2023.pdf
THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS North America Portfolio PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE GENERAL PROPERTIES REGULATORY OVERMOLDING PROCESS FEATURES Appearance Hardness Specific Gravity Food Contact UL 94 Suitable Substrates Injection Extrusion ASTM (Shore) ASTM (D792) reSound™ REC Recycled Content Series VX2800-9003 C Natural 47A 0.94 - - PP ✔ - 25% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content (PVB from windshields and laminated glass); 1.77 cradle-to-gate product carbon footprint (PCF) VX2800-9004 C Natural 54A 0.95 - - PP ✔ - 25% PCR content (PVB from windshields and laminated glass) VX2800-0001 I Black 65A 0.89 - - PP ✔ - 25% post-industrial recycled (PIR) content VX2800-0001 I Natural 65A 0.89 - - PP ✔ - 25% PIR content VX2800-0001 C Black 65A 0.89 - - PP ✔ - 25% PCR content (ocean plastics) VX2800-0002 I Black 65A 0.88 - - PP ✔ - 40% PIR content VX2800-0003 C Gray 65A 0.88 ✔ - PP ✔ - 25% PCR/PIR content (food packaging) with application specific FDA rating VX0100-0001 AR I Black 79A 1.05 - - PC, ABS, PC/ABS ✔ - 30% PIR content reSound™ BIO Bio-based Series RS7900-0001 30N Natural 31A 1.00 - - PP ✔ - 35% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS7900-0001 45N Natural 48A 1.11 - - PP ✔ - 35% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS7900-0001 60N Natural 59A 1.11 - - PP ✔ - 35% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS7900-0001 70N Natural 69A 1.09 - - PP ✔ - 35% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS2800-0001 30N Natural 33A 0.85 - - PP ✔ - 50–60% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS2800-0001 45N Natural 49A 0.85 - - PP ✔ - 50–60% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS2800-0001 60N Natural 63A 0.87 - - PP ✔ - 50–60% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) RS2800-0001 70N Natural 71A 0.86 - - PP ✔ - 50–60% bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass) reSound™ Ultra-Low Carbon Footprint Series RS0200-9001 80 Natural 80A 0.87 - - PP, LDPE ✔ - -0.40 cradle-to-gate PCF RS0200-9001 60 Natural 60A 0.86 - - PP, LDPE ✔ - -0.03 cradle-to-gate PCF FEATURED TPES FOR CONSUMER APPLICATIONS CO NSUM ER Avient’s specialty thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are formulated to meet countless performance, application and aesthetic demands.
Backed by decades of TPE expertise, our team can help you choose the best polymer for your product or customize a material to meet your specific challenges.
Contact Avient to tap into our expertise and learn more about our specialty TPEs.
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ENERGY STORAGE OEM A Q U E O U S B A T T E R Y G A S K E T • Sealing performance from -40 to 110°F • Ability to flow in a long, thin seal design • Chemical resistance to a proprietary electrolyte solution • Natural color • Provided a chemically resistant TPE that outperformed competitive TPE and thermoplastic rubber in rigorous customer testing • Offered material expertise and education to empower an informed material decision • Enabled OEM to model and evaluate sealing performance via design support and data files • Met global production needs through material consistency and local technical support Dynaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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artery tourniquet ARTERY TOURNIQUET MANUFACTURER G A S K E T O F R A D I A L A R T E R Y H E M O S T A T • Super soft feeling • Increased production efficiency by simple injection process • High transparency • Delivered a series of soft-touch TPEs capable of meeting the desired feel • Formulated solutions to comply with FDA regulation for skin contact • Provided easy molding and assembling by onsite technical and customized durometer Customized Versaflex™ TPEs KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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The liquid is then extruded through bushings and are coated (sized) to help bundle the filaments and prepare the fibers for composite resin interface.
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A range of standard colors also helps molders and extruders manage inventory and working capital.
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We have helped customers develop parts that are: • Wear-resistant: End products such as bearings and sleeves that do not require lubrication • Conductive: Electrical and/or thermal conductivity, in molded and extruded parts • X-Ray opaque: Used for medical and dental devices.
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