THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER (TPE) SHEET

TPE is a diverse family of rubber-like materials that can be processed and recycled like thermoplastic materials. TPE combines the desirable characteristics of vulcanized rubber, such as flexibility and low compression set, with the processing ease of thermoplastics. TPE is used in a variety of applications in the automotive, construction, medical, food and beverage, electrical, appliance and consumer electronic markets. TPE’s have environmental resistance comparable to general purpose EPDM rubber compounds, while its fluid resistance is comparable to general purpose polychloroprene rubber compounds; a unique combination that lends itself to a broad range of applications. Its colorability, feel and aesthetics open new design opportunities in consumer applications.

PERFORMANCE THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER (TPE):
   General Purpose Grade TPE - Black
   General Purpose Grade TPE - Neutral
   NSF 61 Approved Grade TPE
   Flame Retardant Grade TPE

PERFORMANCE THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMER (TPE) SHEET RUBBER:
General Purpose Grade TPE - Black
A family of both soft and hard, black, versatile thermoplastic. This material combines good physical properties and chemical resistance for use in a wide range of applications. Specified for its performance properties in a variety of industries: major appliances, caster wheels, mass transit, safety and protection, marine and industrial machinery. Black in color.
Finish: Smooth
Durometer Hardness Shore ± 5 Durometer Type Thickness (Inches) Width (Inches) Tensile* PSI Ultimate Elongation* Percent Temperature Range Estimated Weight Per Linear Foot (1/8" x 24") Specifications 55 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 640 330 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR20A 64 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1000 440 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   73 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1200 375 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   80 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1600 450 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   87 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 2300 550 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   40 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 2750 600 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   50 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 4000 600 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb
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General Purpose Grade TPE - Neutral
A family of soft, as well as hard, colorable, versatile thermoplastic. This material combines good physical properties and chemical resistance for use in a wide range of applications. Neutral in color.
Finish: Smooth
Durometer Hardness Shore ± 5 Durometer Type Thickness (Inches) Width (Inches) Tensile* PSI Ultimate Elongation* Percent Temperature Range Estimated Weight Per Linear Foot (1/8" x 24") Specifications 55 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 640 330 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb 64 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1000 440 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR20B, WSD-M2D379-A1, GMP.E/P.002 73 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1200 375 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR20C, WSD-M2D380-A1, GMP.E/P.003 80 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1600 450 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR20D, WSD-M2D381-A1, GMP.E/P.004 87 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 2300 550 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR20E, WSD-M2D382-A1, GMP.E/P.005 40 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 2750 600 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR30A, WSD-M2D441-A, GMP.E/P.006 50 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 4000 600 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR30B, WSD-M2D712-A1, GMP.E/P.007
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NSF 61 Approved Grade TPE
Complies with NSF 61 for plumbing applications in contact with potable water and NSF 51 for food processing equipment. Complies with FDA regulations for rubber articles intended for repeated use, as well as those in contact with non-fatty, non-oily foods as closures and sealing gaskets. Neutral in color.
Finish: Smooth
Durometer Hardness Shore ± 5 Durometer Type Thickness (Inches) Width (Inches) Tensile* PSI Ultimate Elongation* Percent Temperature Range Estimated Weight Per Linear Foot (1/8" x 24") Specifications 55 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 640 330 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved 64 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1000 440 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved 73 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1200 460 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved 80 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1600 500 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved 87 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 2300 500 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved 40 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 2750 550 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved 50 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 2700 550 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb NSF 51 & 61 Approved
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Flame Retardant Grade TPE
A hard, colorable, flame retardant material. It exhibits good fluid resistance and contains non-ether brominated flame retardants (non-furan emitting). It does not contain added antioxidants or metal deactivators. Neutral in color.
Finish: Smooth
Durometer Hardness Shore ± 5 Durometer Type Thickness (Inches) Width (Inches) Tensile* PSI Ultimate Elongation* Percent Temperature Range Estimated Weight Per Linear Foot (1/8" x 24") Specifications 80 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1050 410 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR40A 85 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 1480 445 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb MSAR40B 92 A 1/64 - 1/4 24 2020 530 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   36 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 1700 490 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb   50 D 1/64 - 1/4 24 3720 660 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb
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