Elastoprene HS5060A NAT

Elastoprene HS5060A NAT is a 60 Shore A unfilled TPE for injection molding applications, offering good processibility, easy colorability, good heat resistance and FDA compliance.

Brand: Elastoprene (4 products)

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Elastomer (unspecified)

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

End Uses: Caps, Closures, Cosmetic Packaging, Flexible Grips, Food Containers, Gaskets, Handles, Kitchenware, Sporting Goods

Density: 890.0 - 890.0 kg/m³

Tear Strength: 28.0 - 28.0 kN/m

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Elastomer (unspecified)
Technologies: Elastomers
Product Families: Elastomers — Thermoplastic Elastomers
Other Thermoplastic Elastomers

Features & Benefits

Materials Features: Good Colorability,
Good Processability,
Very Good Heat Resistance

Applications & Uses

Markets: Consumer Goods,
Printing & Packaging
Applications: Consumer Goods — Housewares
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
Non-Food Consumer Packaging
Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Caps,
Closures,
Cosmetic Packaging,
Flexible Grips,
Food Containers,
Gaskets,
Handles,
Kitchenware,
Sporting Goods
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods: Injection Molding
Applications: Food containers, food closures, storage containers (gaskets/seals); utensils (grips), personal care (handles/grips), sporting goods (handles/grips)

Properties

Physical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Hardness Injection Molded (10 sec)	61	Shore D	ASTM D2240
Hardness Extruded (10 sec)	58	Shore D	ASTM D2240
Density	0.89	g/cm³	ASTM D792
Tensile Strength at Break	1185	Psi	ASTM D412

Mechanical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Elongation at Break	625	%	ASTM D412
Modulus (100%)	290 (2.0)	psi (MPa)	ASTM D412
Tear Strength	160	Ibs/in	ASTM D624

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Compression Set (22h, 23°C)	20	%	ASTM D3958
Compression Set (22h, 70°C)	53	%	ASTM D395B
Brittleness Point	-60	°C	ASTM D746
Melt Flow Rate (190°C, 2.16kg Load)	10	g/cm³	ASTM D1238
Rear Temperature	340 - 390	°F	-
Middle Temperature	350 - 410	°F	-
Front Temperature (191°C - 221°C)	375 - 430	°F	-
Nozzle Temperature	390 - 445	°F	-
Melt Temperature	390 - 430	°F	-
Mold Temperature	50 - 120	°F	-

Injection Molding


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Injection Pressure	750 - 1300	psi	-
Injection Speed (Fast)	0.5 - 2.0	seconds	-
Screw Speed	50 - 200	rpm	-
Hold Times	5 - 7	Seconds	-
Cushion	0.2 - 0.5	Inch	-
Cooling Times	30 - 50	-	-
Clamp Tonnage	2.0 - 3.5	tons/in²	-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant

Technical Details & Test Data

Drying Conditions: It is not necessary to pre-dry this material but in the event of moisture accumulation or evidence of splay, the material can be dried for 2-3 hours at 150 -160oF (66 – 71oC).