Elastomers/TPEs

Tough Abrasion-Resistant Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester) Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) - Polyester type

Polyester TPUs provide superior strength, tear resistance, and resilience compared to polyether TPUs. They are highly processable via injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding.

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Manufacturers
3
Grades
3
Applications
5
Equivalents
0

Physical Properties

Density
1.14 - 1.25 g/cm³
Water Absorption (24h)
0.5 - 1.5 %
Transparency
Opaque to Translucent
Shrinkage
0.5 - 1.5 %

Mechanical Properties

Young's Modulus
0.02 - 0.2 GPa
Tensile Strength
20 - 60 MPa
Elongation at Break
400 - 700 %
Impact Strength (Izod)
High (10-100+ J/m, notched)

Thermal Properties

Glass Transition Temperature
-10 to 10 °C
Melting Point
150 - 200 °C
Continuous Service Temperature
-30 to 80 °C
Heat Deflection Temperature
40 - 70 °C

Electrical Properties

Dielectric Constant
5.0 - 6.0
Volume Resistivity
10^10 - 10^12 Ohm-cm
Dielectric Strength
15 - 25 kV/mm

Chemical Resistance

Acids
Good
Bases
Good
Solvents
Good resistance to oils, greases; swells in strong acids, ketones, and certain solvents
UV Resistance
Fair to Good (can yellow)

Sustainability

Recyclability
Recyclable (thermoplastic)
Recycling Code
7 (Other)
Carbon Footprint
Moderate

Manufacturing compatibility

PolycondensationInjection MoldingExtrusionBlow Molding

Applications

Footwear soles
Hoses
Belting
Films
Protective covers

Available grades

TPU 90ATPU 95ATPU 85A

Manufacturers

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