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    KRAIBURG TPE launches the world's first lightweight TPE material

    • Last Update: 2022-08-22
    • Source: Internet
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    KRAIBURG TPE has developed an innovative material technology that allows the production of very low density TPEs


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    KRAIBURG TPE has launched three new product lines for extremely lightweight components, a type that meets the growing demands in vehicle construction, power tools and various other application areas


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    To further reduce vehicle emissions, especially to reduce unsprung weight in and on the vehicle, and to improve fuel economy, automakers are always looking for extremely lightweight solutions


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    Therefore, foamed materials including TPE are often used, but require strict process control procedures to obtain a uniform surface quality


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    KRAIBURG TPE is now able to apply the new TPE technology to very low density materials with densities between 0.
    7 and 0.
    9 g/cm3 by using 3M glass foam, enabling the production of extremely light thin-walled mouldings that provide excellent surfaces and can withstand mechanical loads


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    Tiny glass foams are made from water-insoluble, chemically stable borosilicate glass


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    The new lightweight TPE can be processed in a proven, economical and efficient manner using injection molding machines and extruders


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    KRAIBURG TPE is launching three specific series of TPEs that are the first of their kind in the world: THERMOLAST K LW/UV (lightweight + UV resistant) for exterior vehicle components; THERMOLAST K LW/CS/UV (lightweight + UV resistant) quality + increased compression set + UV stability), with excellent resilience and adhesion to PP, making this product range particularly suitable for a variety of sealing applications; and THERMOLAST K LW/PA (light weight + to polyamide adhesion) and also has a HB non-flammability rating according to UL94


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    Martina Hetterich, KRAIBURG TPE Advanced Development Project Manager, said: "3M glass foam has been tried and tested as a lightweight filler in a variety of 'hard' thermoplastics, but our new lightweight technology is the first in a TPE is used
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    Thanks to an excellent collaboration with our partner 3M, we have not only been able to develop formulations that meet current lightweight construction and quality requirements, but have also opened up entirely new markets for commercial applications of our TPEs

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    Three new versions of KRAIBURG TPE's THERMOLAST K lightweight range are now available worldwide
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