TPE with Optimised Compression Set

Dryflex CS - TPE with Optimised Compression Set

Introduction

Typical Applications

Dryflex CS are a range of thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)

compounds, based on SEBS. The range has been engineered
to deliver optimised compression set performance.

The raw materials used to manufacture Dryflex CS

compounds are compliant with food contact regulations. The
compounds also offer excellent organoleptic performance.

Custom Formulated

Key Characteristics

In this guide we show typical properties for our most

common grades, this is not exhaustive, and does not list all
available properties and materials.

Low compression set

Hardness range from 40 to 90 Shore A
Raw materials are compliant with major food contact
regulations (food contact statements are available on
request)
Easy to colour
Transparent grades available
Service temperature range from -40 to 100C
Adhesion to PP & PE
100% Recyclable
Low odour
Excellent mechanical properties
Suitable for extrusion and injection moulding

Gaskets
Flexible connectors
Food packaging
Valves
Seals

Our aim is to supply a material that precisely matches

application requirements and where an existing grade
cannot satisfy the specific demands of your application, we
have the proven expertise to customise a material that will.
Please use this guide as an introduction to our
Dryflex CS range and contact us to discuss your specific
requirements.

Typical Dryflex CS Grades

Grade

Hardness
Shore A

Specific
Gravity
g/cm

Tensile
Strength
MPa

Tear
Strength
N/mm

Elongation
at Break
%

Test
Method

ISO 868

ISO 2781

ISO 371

ISO 34
Method C1

Dryflex CS 40A001N

40

0.89

4.6

Dryflex CS 50A001N

50

0.89

5.3

Dryflex CS 60A001N

60

0.89

Dryflex CS 70A001N

70

0.89

Dryflex CS 80A001N

80

Dryflex CS 90A001N

90

Transverse direction

Compression Set %
23C / 72h

70C / 22h

100C / 22h

ISO 37

ISO 815
Type B

ISO 815
Type B

ISO 815
Type B

13

880

21

33

40

15

850

23

34

41

8.2

20

860

24

35

41

14

25

920

27

37

45

0.89

16

31

880

32

48

55

0.89

25

46

930

39

59

65

Processing
Extrusion Guidelines
L/D Ratio:

20:1 - 25:1

Compression Ratio:

2.5 - 3.0

Breaker Plate/Screen:

Both should be used

Draw Down:

5 - 10%

Cooling:

Cold water bath

Temperature C

150 - 160

160 - 170

170 - 180

180 - 190

180 - 200

190 - 200

200 - 210

210 - 220

220 - 230

15 - 50

Injection Moulding Guidelines

Injection Speed:

Medium - Fast

Injection Pressure:

Medium - Fast

Back Pressure:

Low - Medium

Holding Pressure:

Sufficient to pack the mould

Cooling:

Parts can be demoulded

once the temperature
drops below 100C

Temperature C

General Information:
These grades can be processed without predrying when stored under normal conditions. If poor surface finish, bubbles, voids or
streaks are seen on the finished article then material should be dried for 2 to 3 hours at 80C. Cycle times will be governed by
temperature and section thickness. Care must be taken to allow sufficient cooling of the section prior to demoulding in order to prevent
permanent distortion of the article. Venting of extrusion lines may be used as a method of preventing the build up of volatiles during
continuous processing.

All information given about chemical and physical properties consists of values measured in tests on injection moulded test specimens. We provide written and illustrated
advice in good faith. This should only be regarded as being advisory, and does not absolve the customer from doing their own tests and trials, to determine the suitability
of the material for the intended applications. We retain the right to make changes without prior notice. Figures are indicative and can vary depending on the specific grade
selected and production site. This processing information is only intended as a guide. The actual parameters will depend on the machine used and the moulding being
produced.

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About HEXPOL TPE

HEXPOL TPE are at the forefront in the development and manufacture of custom formulated thermoplastic elastomers
(TPE) and complimentary compounds.
Our family delivers a trusted combination of material know-how, R&D, production capability and comprehensive technical
services. Alongside European and Asian production and product development facilities, as part of the HEXPOL group of
companies, we share an extensive global footprint covering EU, Asia and NAFTA, enabling us to support our customers
worldwide.

Contact us...
This product guide serves as an overview of our products; we are continuously testing ingredients to create new material
combinations with enhanced characteristics. Use this guide as an introduction to our products, if you do not see what you
are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your specific requirements.

ELASTO Sweden
Sweden
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info@elasto.se

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UK
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France
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Part of HEXPOL Compounding (Foshan)
China
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Germany
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info@mueller-kunststoffe.com

Mediprene, Dryflex, Lifoprene, Lifoflex, Lifocork, Lifolit, Lifobatch and EPSeal are registered trademarks property of the HEXPOL group of
companies. We provide written and illustrated advice in good faith. This should only be regarded as being advisory, and does not absolve the customer from doing
their own tests and trials, to determine the suitability of the material for the intended applications. We retain the right to make changes without prior notice.

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