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Elastomers

TPE

Thermoplastic elastomer (TPE-S compound)

TPE compounds combine rubber flexibility with thermoplastic processability: no vulcanisation, and they bond directly to PP and ABS in two-component moulding. SEBS-based grades span 15 Shore A to 60 Shore D, resist UV and ozone, and are colourable and recyclable. Soft-touch grips, seals and toys are typical uses.

0,89–1,20 g/cm³
Density
15 Shore A – 60 Shore D
Hardness
%400–800
Elongation at break
PP, PE, ABS, PC, PA tipleri
Overmoulding

Values are typical ranges for the material family; binding values are in the TDS sent with the quotation.

  • Flexible
  • UV and weathering

Price and lead time are given in the quotation according to quantity and delivery terms; there is no list price on the site.

Overview

TPE is the standard grade of the TPE family in the elastomers group. It is used in applications such as soft-touch grips and handles, gaskets, seals and weatherstrips, toys, teethers and household goods. The grade with the right flow for injection, extrusion or another process is specified in the quotation together with your quantity and colour; TDS and SDS are sent with the quotation.

Typical properties

PropertyTypical value
Density0,89–1,20 g/cm³
Hardness15 Shore A – 60 Shore D
Elongation at break%400–800
OvermouldingPP, PE, ABS, PC, PA tipleri

Tensile strength is measured to ISO 527, melt flow rate to ISO 1133, heat deflection temperature to ISO 75 (1.8 MPa); flammability class per UL94. Depending on supplier and grade, values can fall outside this range.

Applications

  • Soft-touch grips and handles
  • Gaskets, seals and weatherstrips
  • Toys, teethers and household goods
  • Cable jacketing and headphone accessories

Documents

The supplier's technical data sheet (TDS) and safety data sheet (SDS) for TPE are sent by e-mail with the quoted grade; because the same code has different sheets at different suppliers we do not publish a single file on the site. To see the sheet in advance, request it with the link below.

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Send the product code or application, quantity and process; the technical team defines the candidate material and sales replies with price, lead time and the data sheet.