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Natural Color or Semi-Transparent General Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) from China Suppliers and Factory
Product Introduction
General-Purpose Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) offer a versatile material solution, available in natural or translucent coloring with an extensive hardness range from a very soft 10A to a semi-rigid 60D. This broad spectrum allows for significant design flexibility to meet diverse application needs. The material excels in both standalone molding and secondary overmolding onto substrates like PP and PE, ensuring strong bonding and simplified processing. It possesses a pleasant, rubber-like texture that provides excellent anti-slip properties, making it ideal for grips and handles.
Renowned for its balanced performance and high cost-effectiveness, this TPE serves as a superior alternative to traditional rubber and PVC. It is extensively used in the manufacturing of soft, safe animal toys and as a non-migrating, phthalate-free substitute for doll components. Everyday applications include durable erasers, high-traffic car floor mats, and comfortable, non-slip handles for bicycles and motorcycles. Its combination of functional properties, ease of processing, and economic value makes it a reliably efficient choice for a wide array of consumer and industrial goods.
Phthalate-Free & Safe
Non-migrating formula, serving as a safe substitute for PVC doll components and soft animal toys.
Excellent Overmolding
Ensures strong bonding and simplified secondary overmolding onto PP and PE substrates.
Anti-Slip Grip
Provides a pleasant, rubber-like texture with reliable anti-slip properties for handles and grips.
Typical Material Properties Specifications
| Test Property | Test Method | Units | 3250N | 3080N | 6010N | 6510N | 6550N | 6250N | 6385N | 6090N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness Shore | ASTM D-2240 | Shore | 45-50A | 80-85A | 8-12A | 10-15A | 45-50A | 45-50A | 85-90A | 85-90A |
| Melt Flow Index | ASTM D-1238* | g/10min | 22 | 18.8** | 33.6** | 17.2** | 13.5** | 35.3** | 45.7** | 43** |
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D-792 | g/cm³ | 1.1 | 0.98 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 1.45 | 0.98 | 1.16 | 0.92 |
| Color | — | — | Nature | Nature | Transparent | Nature | Nature | Nature | Nature | Transparent |
| Tensile Strength | ASTM D-412 | kgf/cm² | 55 | 76.2 | 26 | 11.6 | 38 | 48 | 91.2 | 100 |
| Break Elongation | ASTM D-412 | % | 600 | 450 | 600 | 600 | 350 | 550 | 450 | 500 |
| Application | Spray-paint toy | Substitute for PVC toys and crafts | Cooling seat cushion | Simulated animal toys | Eraser | Motorcycle/bicycle handlebars | Injection molded car floor mats | Injection molded car floor mats | ||
Test conditions: *180℃, 1.2 KG | **200℃, 2.16KG | ***200℃, 5KG
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hardness range of this General-Purpose TPE?
These General-Purpose Thermoplastic Elastomers offer a very wide hardness spectrum, ranging from a very soft 10A to a semi-rigid 60D, providing excellent design flexibility.
Can this TPE material be overmolded onto other plastics?
Yes, it is designed for both standalone injection molding and secondary overmolding onto substrates like PP (Polypropylene) and PE (Polyethylene), ensuring a strong bond.
Is this material safe for toys and children's products?
Absolutely. This TPE is non-migrating and phthalate-free, making it a safe, high-performance alternative to traditional PVC and rubber for soft toys and doll components.
What are the common applications for this TPE series?
Typical applications include simulated animal toys, durable erasers, motorcycle and bicycle handlebar grips, cooling seat cushions, and injection-molded automotive floor mats.
Why is this TPE considered a cost-effective alternative to PVC and rubber?
It combines the pleasant rubber-like texture and anti-slip properties of rubber with the easy and fast processing efficiency of thermoplastics, reducing production costs while maintaining high performance.
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