TPSiV® Thermoplastic Elastomers

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When you combine the strength, toughness, and abrasion resistance of a thermoplastic elastomer with the soft silkiness, UV and chemical resistance, and colorability of silicone, you get DuPont TPSiV®.

TPSiV® products incorporate vulcanized silicone modules in a thermoplastic matrix. But unlike traditional thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs), they can be recycled and reused in your manufacturing processes. This makes them remarkably versatile and reliable for a range of applications. Durable, yet both silky and non-tacky (dirt resistant), TPSiV® Thermoplastic Elastomers deliver exceptional performance and aesthetics in products ranging from consumer electronics to plumbing supplies.

Uses

Wearable electronics
Accessory cases for consumer electronics
Flexible pipe connections in potable water systems

Advantages

Resistant to abrasions, stains, UV radiation, chemicals, sweat
Non-tacky, dirt resistant
Exceptional aesthetics
Colorfast, even with exposure to sweat, oil, UV light, and abrasions
Silky to touch
Safe for skin contact in commercial wearable devices
Easy processability
Offers expanded manufacturing options
Resistant to color degradation, even after exposure to sweat, oil, abrasion, and UV light