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APILON™ 52

TPE-U / TPU from TRINSEO

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Supplier

TRINSEO

Material

Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)

Type

Semi-crystalline

Temperature range

TPU-Ester: -30 °C to +100 °C | TPU-Ether: -50 °C to +90 °C

Application

Mobility, E&E, industry, consumer goods

About the Product Family

APILON™ 52 are thermoplastic elastomers on a urethane basis (TPU) from TRINSEO, which are available as TPU Esther and TPU Ether. The hardness range of APILON™ 52 lies between 40 Shore A and 72 Shore D. It is distinguished by exceptional physical-mechanical properties that make the TPU unique with its toughness, abrasion resistance, flexibility and elasticity at different work temperatures. The material is suited for a variety of applications in the automobile interior, exterior and under-the-hood areas.

APILON™ 52 2K-applications from TRINSEO are applicable for the following materials: PC, ASA, ABS, TPU, PMMA, PA 6, PA 6.6, PVC.

Properties

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Excellent wear and abrasion resistance

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High elasticity

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High tensile strength

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Very good low-temperature flexibility

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High resistance to oils, greases, oxygen and ozone

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Hardness ratings from 40 Shore A to 72 Shore D

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Grades with increased transparency

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Haptic-optimised grades with rubber-like and matt surfaces

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Bio-based grades (APILON™ 52 BIO) and recycled-based grades (APILON™ 52 ECO)

Downloads
APILON-52 data overview
Tailor made plastic materials for flexible applications
Customized TPE solutions for automotive

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