https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=6065
LC 488-169
LC 488-170
LC 488-171
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=5096
LC 488-089
LC 488-090
LC 488-091
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/tpes-for-automotive-hvac-product-bulletin.pdf
Avient’s GLS™ TPEs for
automotive HVAC seals are engineered to improve vehicle interior air quality (VIAQ), and have been shown to help
achieve global OEM requirements when externally tested against industry standards.
ONFLEX™ LO
7120-45
ONFLEX™ HT
40A-3S2131
BERGAFLEX™
BFIG 45A-300
Applications HVAC Seals HVAC Seals HVAC Seals
Interior - direct airflow Interior & exterior Interior - direct airflow
HVAC feature Low VOC/FOG & odor Low VOC/FOG & odor Low odor
Cold air Hot air Cold air
VDA 270 ≤3.0 ≤3.0 ≤3.0
VOC/FOG
VDA 278 (VOC) 97µg/g 100µg/g 196µg/g
VDA 278 (FOG) 1131µg/g 1116µg/g 1707µg/g
DIN 75201 (FOG) 0.3mg 1.7mg 1.1mg
73°F (23°C) 72 hrs 15% 12% 15%
158°F (70°C) 22 hrs 45% 28% 50%
212°F (100°C) 22 hrs 70% 45% 90%
Density 1.15 g/ml 1.00 g/ml 1.17 g/ml
Processing Injection Molding
Injection Molding/
Extrusion
Injection Molding
Bonds to Polypropylene
Polypropylene/
Polyethylene
Polypropylene
Hardness range 35–65 Shore A 40–70 Shore A 35–65 Shore A
HOW GLS TPEs MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN AUTOMOTIVE HVAC APPLICATIONS
• Low VOC/FOG – externally tested to VDA 278
and shows significant reductions in volatile
organic compounds and fogging when
compared to current TPE technologies
• Industry standards – helps to achieve VOC/
FOG performance standards for improved VIAQ
• Reduced manufacturing steps – does not
require pre-drying or post heating to reduce
VOC in parts produced
• Design optimization – color can be added at
the machine
• Easy to process – can be extruded, injection
molded and extrusion blow molded
• Recyclable – Our automotive TPEs are
compatible with most municipal recycle
streams
• Global support – Avient automotive TPEs
can be manufactured in locations that are
convenient to your operations, including
North America, Europe or China
To learn more about GLS TPEs for
automotive applications, contact Avient
at +1.844.4AVIENT (+1.844.428.4368).
GLS automotive TPEs are designed to improve driver and passenger safety and comfort.
https://www.avient.com/news/demanding-applications-new-polyone-tpe-nylon-grips-improves-oil-and-abrasion-resistance
This new GLS™ Versaflex™ OM TPE material bonds tightly to nylon substrates to deliver a soft, yet resilient grip for safety, ergonomics and comfort.
With a standard Shore A hardness of 60, the material can be customized to other hardness levels to meet specific customer requirements.
Sandy Wagner
Marketing Communications Manager PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers
+1 815-385-8500
sandy.wagner@avient.com
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/tpe-knowledge-center/technical-bulletins/hardness
GLS produces standard products ranging in hardness from 3 Shore A (softest) to 95 Shore A (hardest).
GLS reports hardness values utilizing the 10 second reading.
GLS™ TPEs with Antimicrobial Technologies
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Novel_Thermoplastic_elastomers_for_overmolding_applications.pdf
GLS 285-056 exhibits good aging properties at 70°C for at least one week.
In this presentation, the
development of new 40 shore A and 60 shore A versions with prime adhesion properties and universality of
overmolding to various polyamides has been introduced.
The initial and final tensile strength and modulus results of Versaflex OM6240 (40 shore A universal polyamide
OM TPE) and Versaflex OM6258 (60 shore A) after aging at 70°C for one week have been recorded.
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/tpe-knowledge-center/technical-bulletins/tpe-processing
Please contact your GLS representative for more information.
Contact the GLS technical support team for processing assistance.
GLS™ TPEs with Antimicrobial Technologies
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/versalloy-medical-tubing-case-study.pdf
The Avient team
assessed the application’s technical and operational
requirements, and recommended GLS Versalloy™ XL-
9045-1 alloy in 45 Shore A durometer, an FDA-compliant
medical TPV grade designed for overmolding onto PP.
THE IMPACT
Avient’s expertise in materials for medical device
applications helped this customer make a smooth
transition to the GLS TPV.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/versaflex-computer-mouse-case-study.pdf
To meet the manufacturer’s goals for the mouse grip,
a clear TPE overmolding material, GLS Versaflex™, was
formulated for improved ergonomics and comfort,
strong chemical resistance, and excellent bonding to
the ABS substrate.
A technical support team at Avient
GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers conducted extensive
compatibility testing to confirm proper bonding and
overmolding onto the rigid substrate.
This custom Versaflex grade provides 60 Shore A
hardness and superior tear strength.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gls-tpes-with-antimicrobial-technologies-product-bulletin.pdf
GLS™ TPEs with Antimicrobial Technologies
This specialty line of GLS™ thermoplastic elastomers
has imbedded antimicrobial additives that inhibit
bacterial growth by 99.9% or more (log 3) and resist
fungal growth to protect molded plastic parts.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Protects finished part by inhibiting microbial
and fungi growth
• Extends useful life of finished TPE parts by
controlling deterioration caused by mildew
or mold fungus
• Increases product durability, preserves surface
integrity, and minimizes odors
MARKETS & APPLICATIONS
Suitable for high-touch surfaces and applications,
GLS TPEs with antimicrobial technologies add
value in the consumer, packaging and automotive
markets.
PRODUCT BULLETIN
VERSAFLEX™ GP
2810-40N AM
VERSAFLEX™ CE
3120-65* AM
ONFLEX™ LO
7120-45 AM
Applications
Personal care grips
Consumer packaging
Consumer electronics
Charging stations
HVAC seals
Cup holder mats
Color Natural Natural Natural
Durometer, Shore A 45 66 45
Specific Gravity
(kg/m3)
0.87 1.14 1.13
Tensile Strength
(PSI)
650 1200 585
Elongation % 700 600 685
Modulus @ 300%
|(PSI)
260 585 300
Injection Moldable Yes Yes Yes
OM Substrate PP PC, ABS, PC/ABS, COPE PP
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
*UL listing does not apply; testing can be completed if required by the customer
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