TPE/TPV Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (EPDM/PP Santoprene type) vs TPU Elastomer (Thermoplastic PU ester 85A BASF Elastollan)
Property comparison of TPE/TPV Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (EPDM/PP Santoprene type) and TPU Elastomer (Thermoplastic PU ester 85A BASF Elastollan), both rubber elastomer.
| Property | TPE/TPV Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (EPDM/PP Santoprene type) | TPU Elastomer (Thermoplastic PU ester 85A BASF Elastollan) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 11 MPa | 40 MPa | +264% |
| Elongation | 500 % | 500 % | 0% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.49 | 0.49 | 0% |
| Density | 970 kg/m³ | 1,200 kg/m³ | +24% |
| Thermal conductivity | 0.22 W/m·K | 0.23 W/m·K | +5% |
| Specific heat | 1,900 J/kg·K | 1,800 J/kg·K | -5% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.00017 1/K | 0.00017 1/K | 0% |
Difference is TPU Elastomer (Thermoplastic PU ester 85A BASF Elastollan) relative to TPE/TPV Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (EPDM/PP Santoprene type). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
Identification
- standard
- ASTM D1418
- standard
- ASTM D1418
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