https://www.avient.com/industries/packaging/beverage-packaging/beverage-packaging-dairy
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF - Technical Bulletin (Chinese)
GLS™ Versaflex™ TPEs for Packaging - Product Selection Guide
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=0&document_type=59&form_id=resource_filter_form&industry=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&product_family=0&product_name=0&page=32
GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer improved packaging functionality for Bayer® TPE Overmolded Cap (Spanish language version)
GLS™ TPEs provided regulatory compliance and seals to glass, PET and aluminum bottles (Spanish language version)
GLS™ TPEs provided regulatory compliance and seals to glass, PET and aluminum bottles (English language version)
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&page=32
GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer improved packaging functionality for Bayer® TPE Overmolded Cap (Spanish language version)
GLS™ TPEs provided regulatory compliance and seals to glass, PET and aluminum bottles (Spanish language version)
GLS™ TPEs provided regulatory compliance and seals to glass, PET and aluminum bottles (English language version)
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&document_subtype=0&industry=0&product_family=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_id=resource_filter_form&page=32
GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer improved packaging functionality for Bayer® TPE Overmolded Cap (Spanish language version)
GLS™ TPEs provided regulatory compliance and seals to glass, PET and aluminum bottles (Spanish language version)
GLS™ TPEs provided regulatory compliance and seals to glass, PET and aluminum bottles (English language version)
https://www.avient.com/industries/consumer/consumer-discretionary/home-household/office-supplies
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF - Technical Bulletin (Chinese)
Thermoplastic Elastomers: GLS™ Versaflex™
https://www.avient.com/industries/consumer/consumer-discretionary/home-household/housewares-accessories
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF - Technical Bulletin (Chinese)
GLS™ Versaflex™ TPEs for Packaging - Product Selection Guide
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/2023 Hammerhead Application _ Install Guide.pdf
Stringers
Bulkheads,
Decking and
Transoms
Doors and
Cabinetry
Ceilings
and Hatches
MECHANICAL PERFORMANCE
Superior strength-to-weight ratio
PROPERTY TEST
METHOD
PANEL THICKNESS
.50" .75" 1.00"
13 mm 19 mm 25 mm
Core Density* ISO 845
7 lb/ft3 7 lb/ft3 7 lb/ft3
115 kg/m3 115 kg/m3 115 kg/m3
Flexural Rigidity ASTM D7249
35,000 lb/in2
10.3 kg/m2
75,000 lb/in2
21.9 kg/m2
118,000 lb/in2
34.5 kg/m2
Areal Weight Calculated
0.89 lb/ft2
4.3 kg/m2
1.03 lb/ft2
5.0 kg/m2
1.17 lb/ft2
5.7 kg/m2
Core Shear Yield ASTM C393
101 psi
0.70 MPa
96 psi
0.66 MPa
88 psi
0.61 MPa
Max Load ASTM C393
357.5 lbs
162.2 kg
513.4 lbs
232.9 kg
551.1 lbs
250.0 kg
Core Shear ULT ASTM C393
113 psi
0.78 MPa
109 psi
0.75 MPa
94 psi
0.65 MPa
Face Bend Stress ASTM C393
9,008 psi
62.11 MPa
8,725 psi
60.16 MPa
7,542 psi
52.00 MPa
USES &
APPLICATIONS
* Additional core density panels are available in 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) and 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3).
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AB
BREAK
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
420 lbs
191 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
2 in
370 lbs
168 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
332 lbs
151 kg
984 lbs
446 kg
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core
1298 lbs
589 kg
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 501 lbs
227 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus MA420
Adhesive
NA 839 lbs
381 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 1156 lbs
524 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA 1530 lbs
694 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA 1471 lbs
667 kg
Mixed Conditions
ADHESIVE
DESCRIPTION
ADHESIVE
GRADE MANUFACTURER
AVERAGE
BOND
STANDARD
DEVIATION
FAILURE
MODE
BEST ADHESION
2k Urethane 75421 Lord 2281 psi
15.73 MPa
184 psi
1.27 MPa
Substrate
Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 AccraLock 2211 psi
15.24 MPa
78 psi
0.54 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 psi
14.97 MPa
262 psi
1.81 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 2102 psi
14.49 MPa
138 psi
0.95 MPa Substrate
2k Urethane 75451 Lord 2047 psi
14.11 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:2 AccraLock 1966 psi
13.56 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic Scotchweld 8010 3M 1907 psi
13.15 MPa
61 psi
0.42 MPa Adhesive
Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 psi
13.00 MPa
432 psi
2.98 MPa Cohesive
2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 psi
12.91 MPa
281 psi
1.94 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:2 AccraLock 1779 psi
12.27 MPa
127 psi
0.88 MPa Cohesive
2k Urethane 75422 Lord 1716 psi
11.83 MPa
190 psi
1.31 MPa
Cohesive
Adhesive
2k Urethane 75452 Lord 1535 psi
10.58 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa Adhesive
2k Methacrylate Polyfuse Icon
Containment
1610 psi
11.10 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa Adhesive
INTERMEDIATE ADHESION
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk
C010817 AccraLock 724 psi
4.99 MPa
58 psi
0.40 MPa Cohesive
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 722 psi
4.98 MPa
44 psi
0.30 MPa Cohesive
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy
Instant Mix Loctite 508 psi
3.50 MPa
81 psi
0.56 MPa Adhesive
2k Epoxy Gorilla Glue Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 psi
2.35 MPa
198 psi
1.37 MPa Adhesive
NOT RECOMMENDED
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy
Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond
ADHESIVE SELECTION
Brands identified are owned by the manufacturers of the adhesive products.
1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T
FASTENER TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS
Through-Bolting Best mechanical
locking system
Need back side
access to panel
Screw-In Anchor Highest pullout
strength Requires pilot hole
Cup Washer Spreads
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
Wide Grip
(Bulb-Style)
Rivet
Ease of use—no
installation torque
limitations
For lower
load attachments
Sheet Metal or
Wood Screw
Readily available,
low cost
Penetrate both skins
for improved pullout
Shoulder Washer Limits
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners
for specific applications, please contact Avient.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/computer-mouse-goes-premium-soft-touch
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.
This custom Versaflex grade provides 60 Shore A hardness and superior tear strength.
Thermoplastic Elastomers: GLS™ Versaflex™
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/computer-mouse-goes-premium-soft-touch?rtype[]=1124
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.
This custom Versaflex grade provides 60 Shore A hardness and superior tear strength.
Thermoplastic Elastomers: GLS™ Versaflex™
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/computer-mouse-goes-premium-soft-touch?ind[]=6596
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.
This custom Versaflex grade provides 60 Shore A hardness and superior tear strength.
Thermoplastic Elastomers: GLS™ Versaflex™