https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe-faqs?rtype[]=1164
The usual ASTM test method used (ASTM D395) calls for the material to be 25 percent deformed (compressed) for a given period.
This is a body similar to that of ASTM, UL, DOT, FDA and MIL in the United States.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/2020-composite-springs-product-selection-install-guide.pdf
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Sample thickness 0.25 in/6.35mm
TEMPERATURE FLEXURAL STRENGTH ASTM
D790
FLEXURAL MODULUS ASTM
D790
°F °C ksi MPa msi GPa
-60 -51 173 1193 5.00 34.48
70 21 155 1069 5.11 35.23
160 71 138 952 5.04 34.75
250 121 110 758 4.70 32.41
300 149 78 538 4.22 29.10
-60 -51 176 1211 5.64 38.92
70 21 143 989 5.36 36.98
160 71 120 824 5.57 38.41
250 121 61 423 4.82 33.24
-60 -51 163 1125 4.19 28.88
70 21 120 824 3.85 26.51
160 71 86 595 3.83 26.44
250 121 40 274 3.19 22.00
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MECHANICAL PERFORMANCE
TESTING NOTES
Springs were fatigue tested at 4 hz in a cantilevered loading.
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MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Infrastructure Reinforcement
• Concrete reinforcement
• Rebar
Industrial
• Containers
• Support structures
Electrical & Energy
• Insulator rods with overmolded
silicone jacketing
• Wind energy applications
Transportation
• Trailer reinforcement
• Support structures
FORMULATION LAP SHEAR - ASTM D3167-07
Polyester + Glass, epoxy adhesive 3,600 PSI
Vinyl Ester + Glass, epoxy adhesive 3,800 PSI
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/core-vinyl-powder-coatings-product-bulletin.pdf
They can also
be matched to any color, and can be formulated
and certified for end-use automotive, FDA, UL, ASTM,
NSF, military or customer-specific applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Overmolding_of_Thermoplastic_Elastomers_Engineered_solutions_for_consumer_product_differentiation.pdf
Figure 6: Typical Classification of TPEs based on ASTM D2000
Figure 7.
We have modified ASTM D903 method for plastics to evaluate the adhesion of soft TPE onto rigid
thermoplastic.
ASTM D2000, American Society for Testing and Materials, Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol9, 01,
1994
3.
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* V0 @ 1.5 and 3.0mm
FR PC/ABS failed
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120% 140%
Virex TB
Clorox
Broad
Spectrum
CaviCide
SaniCloth
Plus
wipes
FR PC/ABS failed
FR PC/ABS failed
FR PC/ABS failed
FR PC / ABS (1.0% Strain)
FR PC / ABS (1.5% Strain)
Trilliant HC (1.0% strain)
Trilliant HC (1.5% strain)
FR PC/ABS failed
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120% 140%
Virex TB
Clorox
Broad
Spectrum
CaviCide
SaniCloth
Plus
wipes
FR PC/ABS failed
FR PC/ABS failed
FR PC/ABS failed
FR PC / ABS (1.0% Strain)
FR PC / ABS (1.5% Strain)
Trilliant HC (1.0% strain)
Trilliant HC (1.5% strain)
TENSILE STRENGTH RETENTION
AFTER 7 DAYS EXPOSURE
Both materials were tested according to ASTM D543 for 7 days.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Mevopur Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions Application Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Available for polyethylene, polypropylene, ABS,
polycarbonate and styrenics
• Bio-content of resin carrier varies from 70% to
100% depending on polymer—calculated to
ASTM D6866 standard
• Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified sites,
providing global consistency and security of
supply
• Documented change control beyond CAS
number, reducing risk of change
• Drop-in solutions that can be processed like
fossil-based grades on common injection
molding and extrusion machines
• Can be provided as ready-to-use pre-colored
or additive formulation
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Raw materials tested to:
- ISO 10993-1
- USP and (incl. class VI)
- European Pharmacopeia, monograph 3.1.3/
3.1.5 (polyolefin packaging materials)
- USP (polyethylene)
- Elemental impurities as per ICH Q3D
• Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or
Device Master File
• Food contact according to US FDA and
APPLICATION BULLETIN
Sustainability Spotlight
Bio-polymers
Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Ballistic Panel Infographic.pdf
Characteristic
GlasArmor
Thermoset
Panels
ThermoBallistic
Thermoplastic
Panels
Steel Concrete
Performance-to-Weight
Bullet Resistance – Pistols
Bullet Resistance – Rifles NA1
Temperature Performance 2
UV Resistance 3
Electrical Conductivity
Flame Retardance 5 4
Ease of Installation
1 Ballistic resistance to rifle fire can be achieved by layering
ThermoBallistic and GlasArmor panels – contact Avient
2 ThermoBallistic panels made with polypropylene resin systems
3 UV resistance is achieved using surface polymeric films
4 Flame retardant additives can be incorporated upon request under
some circumstances
5 Fire rated for 1-hour per ASTM E-119-09c when tested in an interior
wall system
Compare
the
different
materials
used for
ballistic
protection
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44 in. span, ASTM 7249
Note: Additional core materials available.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Disinfectant Resistant Trilliant and Versaflex HC Materials Program Bulletin_0.pdf
Trilliant™ HC high performance formulations were
developed for specific healthcare enclosure needs,
including:
• Chemical resistance to common disinfectants
• UL 94 ratings of 5VA at 3.0, V-0 at 1.5 mm &
V-1 at 0.75 mm
• Retained color aesthetics after chemical
exposure
• Ability to utilize existing PC/PET & COPE tooling
Tested using an adaptation from ASTM D543 for
environmental stress cracking resistance (ESCR),
15 bars of each material were placed into jigs at
1% and 2% strain.