https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/tpes-for-automotive-industry-bulletin.pdf
Known for offering tight seals and reducing
vibration and noise, certain thermoplastic elastomers
(TPEs), like OnFlex™ grades, may be better suited
for your particular application than the historically
incumbent materials, like general purpose TPEs,
thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPV), and thermoplastic
polyolefins (TPO).
INDUSTRY BULLETIN
STANDARD UNITS ONFLEX LO 7120-45N
Volatile Organic Compounds VDA 278 ug/g(ppm) 41
Fogging VDA 278 ug/g(ppm) 521
Odor
• Control
• Dry conditions
• Wet conditions
SAE J1351 (15) 1-10 Scale
1
2
1
Compression Set (23°C)
• 22 hours
• 70 hours
ASTM D395 % 14.4
14.6
Capillary Viscosity
• 1341/s
• 11170/s
ASTM D3835 Pa*s 35
7
HVAC SYSTEMS
OnFlex™ LO
• Features: low VOC/FOG, low odor, good compression set, easy processing, overmolds to polypropylene
• Example applications: seals and flaps in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
CHARACTERISTICS ONFLEX
™
LO
ONFLEX™
AF
TPE
GENERAL
PURPOSE
TPV TPO
Volatile Organic Compounds (VDA 278) Very Low Moderate Moderate Moderate Very Low
Fogging (VDA 278 & DIN 75201) Very Low Moderate Moderate High Very Low
Odor (VDA 270 Requirement ≤3.0) ≤3.0 ≤3.0 >3 >3 ≤3.0
Gloss Level Low Low Low Very Low High
Tactile Feel Grippy Grippy Grippy Grippy Waxy
Pre-Drying Required No No No Yes No
Raw Material Costs $$ $$ $$ $$$ $
Compression Set @ RT Good Good Good Excellent N/A
Compression Set @ ≥70°C Moderate Moderate Moderate Good N/A
UV Resistance Good Excellent Good Good Good
Weatherability Good Excellent Good Good Good
Hardness Range Low to High Low to High Low to High Low to High High
Density (g/ml) 1.15 0.99 0.90–1.20 0.95–0.98 0.90–1.20
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS COMPARING TPE, TPV, TPO
Grades shown on both pages are representative of solutions manufactured in North America, more grades available globally.
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Avient Launches Next Generation Low Adhesive Build-Up TPE for Protective Film Tack Layer
SHANGHAI – September 22, 2021 – Avient today unveiled its new optimized Versaflex™ CF6668 low build-up TPE for the tack layer of protective film.
Protective film co-extruded with Versaflex CF6668 TPE answers this market need.
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Avient Expands Fatty-Food-Contact Materials Portfolio with Versaflex™ FFC TPEs
Avient Expands Fatty-Food-Contact Materials Portfolio with Versaflex™ FFC TPEs.
SHANGHAI – June 1, 2022 – Avient today launched a new family of Versaflex™ thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) materials developed for fatty-food-contact (FFC) applications that must comply with migration limit standards in Europe and North America.
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.
Stat-Tech TPEs are well-positioned to perform in
applications such as industrial conveyor belts and
controllers, ADAS systems and electronic devices.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-versalloy-tpe-cargo-rack.pdf
O F F - ROA D V E H I C L E
M A N U FAC T U R E R
C A R G O R A C K
• Design freedom
• Improve process efficiency to reduce cost
• High strength-to-weight ratio
• Aesthetic appeal
• Weather and chemical resistance
• Replaced metal with a injection-moldable
thermoplastic plus TPE overmold to meet
performance demands and maintain
premium brand quality
• Provided technical support to help expand
the design and function of the cargo rack
• Reduced manufacturing costs by
eliminating the painting step from the
process
Versalloy™ TPE and thermoplastic substrate
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-10/Versaflex TPEs - EEG headset- case study snapshot.pdf
Satisfied USP Class VI regulatory
requirements for skin contact
• Delivered a series of soft-touch TPEs
capable of meeting the desired feel
• Eased production of buckle design with
injection moldable solutions
Versaflex CL TPEs
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gls-tpes-with-antimicrobial-technologies-product-bulletin.pdf
GLS™ TPEs with Antimicrobial Technologies
This specialty line of GLS™ thermoplastic elastomers
has imbedded antimicrobial additives that inhibit
bacterial growth by 99.9% or more (log 3) and resist
fungal growth to protect molded plastic parts.
Tested against common bacteria and fungi,
these TPEs with antimicrobial technologies have
proven to protect the finished part from microbial
and fungi growth on both textured and smooth
surfaces.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Protects finished part by inhibiting microbial
and fungi growth
• Extends useful life of finished TPE parts by
controlling deterioration caused by mildew
or mold fungus
• Increases product durability, preserves surface
integrity, and minimizes odors
MARKETS & APPLICATIONS
Suitable for high-touch surfaces and applications,
GLS TPEs with antimicrobial technologies add
value in the consumer, packaging and automotive
markets.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/reSound BIO TPEs Technical Bulletin.pdf
TECHNICAL BULLETIN
reSound™ BIO Thermoplastic Elastomers
Customizable Bio-based TPEs
reSound™ BIO TPEs are formulated utilizing between
35 and 60 percent bio-renewable content.
Initially available in overmolding grades compatible
with PP, all grades are formulated to achieve
comparable performance to traditional TPEs.
This expertise enables brands to meet sustainability
goals while maintaining the mechanical properties
of traditional TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-03/wet-grip-tpe-surfco-case-study.pdf
To learn more about our wet grip
TPEs, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT
(1.844.428.4368) or visit avient.com.
The customized TPE offered excellent hydrophobic
qualities and similar melt strength to PP while
still maintaining its key mechanical properties.
Ultimately, Avient customized a GLS™ wet grip TPE
that outmaneuvered traditional materials—delivering
dynamic hydrophobic performance, translucent
aesthetics, non-abrasive comfort grip, and excellent
UV protection.
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.