ProFlex™ SEBS ProPell™ Low Friction 55A 050-123D

ProFlex™ SEBS ProPell™ Low Friction 55A 050-123D is a comprehensive range of medical grade Styrene Ethylene Butylene Styrene (SEBS) Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs). These unique polymers offer excellent elastomeric properties, with superior design flexibility and ease of processing via injection molding and extrusion. ProFlex™ SEBS is available in a range of durometers, with standard formulations, tear resistant and ProPell™ formulations also available. Tailored hardness and melt flow properties are also available for custom orders.

Brand: Foster ProFlex (19 products)

Polymer Name: Styrene Ethylene Butylene Styrene (SEBS)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Polymer Name: Styrene Ethylene Butylene Styrene (SEBS)
Technologies: Elastomers
Product Families: Elastomers — Thermoplastic Elastomers
Styrenic Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE-S)

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Biocompatible
Materials Features: Biocompatible,
Design Flexibility,
Easier Processing,
Low Friction

Applications & Uses

Markets: Healthcare & Pharma
Applications: Healthcare & Pharma — Medical
Medical Devices & Assemblies,
Other Medical Applications,
Surgical Instruments & Trays
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Surgical Instruments
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods: Extrusion,
Injection Molding
Applications: ProFlex™ SEBS has passed USP Class VI testing for biocompatibility and is suitable for a variety of medical applications including catheters, surgical handles and ergonomic grips, amongst other uses.

Properties

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Hardness	55	Shore A	ASTM D2240
Stress Break	846	PSI	ASTM D412
Strain Break	432	%	ASTM D412
Tensile Strength 50%E	218	PSI	ASTM D412
Tensile Strength 100%E	298	PSI	ASTM D412
Tensile Strength 200%E	473	PSI	ASTM D412
Tensile Modulus	573	PSI	ASTM D638
Tear Resistance	112.14	PLI	ASTM D624
Specific Gravity	0.9	-	ASTM D792.
CoF (Stainless Steel)	1.6	-	ASTM D1894.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: USP Class VI

Packaging & Availability

Availability: ProFlex™ SEBS is available in small development quantities beginning at 25 lbs.