Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are materials that are characterized by flexibility, resilience, and soft touch — all the properties generally associated with rubber. But unlike conventional thermoset rubber, TPE materials can be recycled and re-used.
NexPrene® TPEs are essentially two-phase materials: discrete particles of dynamically vulcanized elastomer are dispersed within a continuous, thermoplastic, polypropylene phase.
The accompanying photo-micrograph shows that the scale of this dispersion assures that the resilient, elastomeric character of the material is the predominant influence on its overall properties.
NexPrene Series for Specific Applications
NexPrene 9000 series TPEs use a proprietary vulcanization technology that yields a clean, white natural color, conducive to creating the broadest palette of integral colors, including pastels.
In addition, there are specialty grades of NexPrene elastomers that are being designed to meet the performance requirements of distinct business segments as the automotive, building, and construction industries.
For more information on a specific type of NexPrene TPE, click the appropriate button at right. Each separate section includes technical data for individual materials, and applications for which the materials are appropriate — including automotive OEM approvals.
The accompanying photo-micrograph shows that the scale of this dispersion assures that the resilient, elastomeric character of the material is the predominant influence on its overall properties.
