TPEs were determined to be most susceptible to microbial attack under the appropriate environmental conditions. Physical and mechanical property testing was also performed on extruded pellets and/or specimens prepared from injection molded plaques. These results made TPEs an attractive candidate for modification with antimicrobial additives for the preser- vation of the TPEs in their end product use and for fur- ther efficacy studies.

Stat-Tech™ TPE Static Dissipative & Electrically Conductive Thermoplastic Elastomers Stat-Tech™ TPEs are electrically conductive thermoplastic elastomers engineered to protect critical electronics from electrostatic discharge (ESD), and electromagnetic and radio frequency interference (EMI/RFI). Stat-Tech TPEs can be both injection molded and extruded, giving great design freedom for more complex geometries. Stat-Tech TPEs are well-positioned to perform in applications such as industrial conveyor belts and controllers, ADAS systems and electronic devices.

Think TPEs TPE benefits include: GLS and Kautex Machines, a leader in extrusion blow-molding equipment, jointly developed a solution for co-extruding an ultra-thin outer layer of translucent, customized Dynalloy™ TPE onto recycled or virgin HDPE resin.

TPE Knowledge Base SBC TPEs have inherently superior color than most other TPEs. On start-up, retract the extruder and air purge it well before attempting to fill the mold.

GLS™ TPE AUTOMOTIVE SOLUTIONS ENABLE LONG-TERM PERFORMANCE WITH TPEs FOR FASTENERS AND CLIPS The average length of vehicle ownership is on the rise, placing greater demands on all elastomeric materials to maintain long-term sealing performance in fasteners and clips. OnFlex™ TPEs provide a tight seal over these lengthier time frames—even at elevated temperatures—and reduce vibration and noise. ONFLEX™ HT ONFLEX™ AF 7210 ONFLEX™ S KA ONFLEX™ S KG Applications Fasteners/ Defining Characteristic High temperature sealing Ambient temperature sealing High temperature sealing Ambient temperature sealing Density 1.00 g/ml 0.99 g/ml 1.10 g/ml 1.13 g/ml Physical Properties Tensile Strength 6.0–10.0 MPa 5.0–11.5 MPa 3.0–7.5 MPa 2.6–4.9 MPa Tear Resistance 25.0–37.0 kN/m 21.0–43.0 kN/m 17.0–46.0 kN/m 16.0–29.0 kN/m Compression Set 73°F (23°C) 72hrs 12–27% 16–32% 13–23% 31–35% 158°F (70°C) 22hrs 28–44% 32–43% 29–38% 62–66% 212°F (100°C) 22hrs 45–53% 56–60% 54–57% 80–85% Hardness 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A Overmolding Substrate Polypropylene/ Polyethylene Polypropylene Polyamide Polyamide Processing Injection Molding/ HOW GLS TPEs MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN AUTOMOTIVE FASTENERS AND CLIPS • Low compression set – coupled with good stress relaxation, our automotive TPEs are designed to maintain a good seal over time and reduce noise generated by vibration • High temperature performance – Avient automotive TPEs provide good sealing performance in temperatures up to 100°C/212°F • Bonding performance - strong chemical bond to polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyamide • Process flexibility - grades can be both injection molded and extruded • Easy to color - can be colored at the machine • Reduced production steps - some grades do not require pre-drying • Low VOC/FOG - OnFlex HT™ has been externally tested to VDA 278 and is proven to help satisfy vehicle interior air quality (VIAQ) regulatory requirements • Single source supply – we can streamline your supply chain with the ability to provide polymer colorants, engineered thermoplastics, and thermoplastic elastomers from a single source • Global support - we provide production, technical, and commercial support in locations convenient to your operations, including North America, Europe, and Asia To learn more about GLS TPEs for automotive applications, visit www.avient.com or call +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368).

The lower extractable profile of Versaflex™ HC BT218 thermoplastic elastomer provided a drop-in material replacement with excellent clarity and performance for a medical tubing extruder Customized Versaflex™ TPEs provided soft-touch TPEs and met regulatory needs  TPEs for Healthcare

On start up, retract the extruder and air purge it well before attempting to fill the mold. 24 PROCESSING CONDITIONS Introduction This section describes general processing guidelines for GLS TPEs. Injection Speed If possible, profile the injection speed to fill the runner system rapidly and then slow down after the material starts flowing through the gate and into the cavity. If the injection unit is equipped with a profiled pack and hold phase, it can be used to reduce the velocity and pressure to the runner.

TPE Knowledge Base SBC TPEs have inherently superior color than most other TPEs. On start-up, retract the extruder and air purge it well before attempting to fill the mold.

TPE Overmolding Solutions for Engineering Thermoplastics - White Paper Versaflex™ PF formulations are specially developed for the manufacture of co-extruded surface protective films (Portuguese language version) TPEs with Improved Barrier Performance - White Paper

TPE Knowledge Base Some tests are performed on injection molded plaques, while others are performed on extruded plaques. TPE