Material Specifications

ETFE (Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene)
ETFE is an extremely durable fluoropolymer with excellent chemical resistance, clarity, and weatherability. It withstands UV, radiation, and aggressive chemicals, making it suitable for aerospace, industrial tubing, and outdoor environments. Continuous operating temperature: 180°C.
HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
Lightweight and durable with low moisture absorption and strong impact resistance. Commonly used for industrial tubing and protective jacketing.
Hytrel® (Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer)
Combines rubber-like flexibility with engineering plastic strength. Excellent fatigue resistance and ideal for dynamic parts like cable jackets and flexible mechanical components.
LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer)
Offers superior dimensional stability, low creep, and high thermal resistance. Used in precision parts and micro-components. Has excellent moisture barrier properties and supports semi-hermetic packaging.
LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene)
Flexible, clear, lightweight polymer ideal for tubing, films, and coatings requiring pliability and durability.
Nylon (Polyamide)
High mechanical strength, abrasion resistance, and fatigue endurance. Widely used in industrial components needing long service life.
PFA (Perfluoroalkoxy Alkane)
Premium fluoropolymer with exceptional chemical resistance and high thermal stability. Ideal for harsh chemical processing, high-performance tubing, and precision fluid handling. Continuous operating temperature: 240°C.
Polypropylene (PP)
Lightweight, semi-rigid material with strong chemical resistance and fatigue performance. Used widely in fibers, molded components, and industrial systems.
Polyurethane (PU)
Available in flexible and rigid forms. Offers great abrasion resistance, elasticity, and impact absorption. Used in coatings, cushioning, and protective jacketing.
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
Cost-effective, flame-resistant thermoplastic with strong insulation properties. Common in cable jacketing, tubing, and sheathing.
Santopreneâ„¢ (TPV)
Rubber-like elasticity with thermoplastic processing efficiency. Excellent for seals, gaskets, and outdoor cable coatings due to strong weather and chemical resistance.
TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer)
Provides rubber-like flexibility with easy processing. Ideal for grips, seals, tubing, and consumer/industrial applications.
TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanizate)
Offers enhanced elasticity, compression-set resistance, and durability. Great for sealing systems and dynamic mechanical components.
TPXâ„¢ (Polymethylpentene)
Transparent, lightweight, and heat-resistant polymer. Excellent clarity and chemical stability. Used for labware and specialty films.
Ultem™ (Polyetherimide – PEI)
High-performance thermoplastic with superb strength, flame resistance, and stability. Used in aerospace, electronics, and precision industrial applications. Unique properties when used as optical-fiber jacketing.
Material Tensile Strength Max Continuous Use Temp Flexibility Chemical Resistance Notes
HDPE 20–37 MPa ~100 °C High Excellent Tough, impact-resistant
High-Temp Thermoplastics (PEEK, PEI, PPS, etc.) 70–200 MPa 200–300 °C Variable Excellent High-performance engineering plastics
Hytrel (TPEE) 25–50 MPa 100–150 °C Very High Good Exceptional fatigue resistance
LCP 100–240 MPa 240–300 °C Low Excellent Dimensional precision; very stiff
LDPE 8–12 MPa ~80 °C Very High Good Soft, flexible, easy to process
Nylon 60–90 MPa 120–150 °C Medium Moderate Strong, abrasion-resistant
PFA 20–30 MPa 260 °C Medium Outstanding Ultra-pure; high-temp fluoropolymer
Polypropylene 25–40 MPa ~100 °C Medium Excellent Lightweight; fatigue-resistant
Polyurethane 25–50 MPa ~80–100 °C Very High Good Highly abrasion-resistant
PVC 40–55 MPa ~60–80 °C Low–Medium Good Flame-resistant; electrical insulator
Santoprene (TPV) 6–14 MPa 120–135 °C Very High Excellent Rubber-like; weather-resistant
TPE 5–25 MPa 80–120 °C Very High Good Soft-touch; elastomeric
TPV 8–20 MPa 120–140 °C High Excellent Durable, elastic
TPX 30–40 MPa 170–200 °C Medium Good Transparent, lightweight
Ultem (PEI) 100–170 MPa 170–200 °C Low Excellent High heat + high strength
ETFE 35–45 MPa ~150–170 °C Medium Outstanding UV, radiation & chemical resistant

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