Injection molding plastic material: TPU
author: Universe plastic
2024-03-22
TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) is a thermoplastic elastomer with excellent physical and chemical properties and is a commonly used raw material for injection molding.
In the field of injection molding, TPU is widely used in the manufacturing of plastic products in medical and health, electronic and electrical, industrial and sports industries.
TPU material types and performance parameters for injection molding
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Highly elastic TPU |
Low hardness TPU |
Wear-resistant TPU |
High transparency TPU |
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Hardness range |
70A-95A |
60A-70A |
75A-90A |
85A-95A |
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Tensile Strength |
25-60 MPa |
10-25 MPa |
30-50 MPa |
35-60 MPa |
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Elongation at break |
>500% |
>800% |
>300% |
>400% |
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Vicat softening point |
70-100°C |
60-80°C |
70-100°C |
60-90°C |
*The above data source search statistics
Characteristics of TPU materials
1. High elasticity and wear resistance
It has excellent elasticity and wear resistance and is more durable than traditional rubber.
2. Excellent oil resistance and solvent resistance
It has good chemical stability and can resist the erosion of many chemicals.
3. Good heat resistance
TPU remains elastic within a certain temperature range and is suitable for use in high temperature environments.
4. Excellent transparency and color stability
Transparent or colored products can be prepared as needed with good color stability.
5. Strong plasticity
Suitable for various injection molding, extrusion, calendering and other processing processes, with excellent processing performance.
6. Environmentally friendly
TPU material is recyclable and meets environmental protection requirements.
Injection molding application of TPU materials
1. Clothing and shoe materials: sports soles, outsoles, insoles, elastic plastic parts for clothing and backpacks, etc.
2. Auto parts: automotive interior parts, sealing strips, elastic hoses, etc.
3. Electronic products: plastic mobile phone cases, electronic equipment protective cases, wire protective covers, etc.
4. Medical equipment: medical catheters, air bags, medical clothing, etc.
5. Sports equipment: elastic plastic parts of sporting goods and fitness equipment.
Summarize
Each type of TPU has different characteristics, and the selection needs to be determined based on specific application requirements and environmental conditions. In injection molding projects, it is recommended that a professional injection molding company analyze the product and recommend it.
Dongguan Universe Plastic is an injection molding factory with more than 15 years of experience. It has a stable TPU material supply channel and a professional injection molding team that can provide one-stop TPU plastic injection molding manufacturing services.
If you are looking for a TPU injection molding supplier, please contact us to get the latest injection molding quotation.
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