Wire and Cable TPE Compounds withstand rigors of clinical use.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Mar 21, 2013 Featuring Shore A hardness levels of 92, 69, and 82, respectively, Medalist® 8421, 8431, and 8451 combine rubber-like flexibility with high degree of purity to meet stringent medical standards. Thermoplastic elastomers have UL-9 flammability classification and max continuous operating temperature of 105°C. Suitable for insulation, jacketing, and molded fittings/connectors, products retain tensile strength, tensile modulus, and elongation after autoclave, gamma irradiation, and EtO sterilization.

PVC Elastomer Compounds ease handling of industrial cables.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Mar 01, 2013 Exhibiting brittle points of -60°C or lower, Flexalloy® 9611-76 and 9612-75 provide oil resistance, flame retardance, and wide range of operating temperatures required in such applications as control and instrumentation cable (Type CIC), tray cables (TC), and specialty power cords like those for charging electric vehicles. Jacketing materials offer flexibility at low temperatures, making them suited for use in petrochemical, pulp and paper, steel, cement, and mining industries.

TPV Medical Elastomers come in high-hardness grades.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Dec 19, 2012 Able to be extruded, injection molded, and blow molded, Medalist® MD-200 Series includes 87 Shore A compound MD-240 and 43 Shore D (~93 Shore A) grade MD-245. Both thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) elastomers, suited for replacing rubber in medical applications, exhibit prolonged flex life, stability at elevated temperatures, long-term sealability, and resistance to fatigue and abrasion. Suggested applications include peristaltic, collection, and drainage tubes; stoppers; and seals/gaskets.

Medical-Grade Calendered PVC Film withstands gamma sterilization.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Sep 07, 2012 Available with thicknesses from 0.006-0.020 in., widths up to 60 in., and slitting down to 2.0 in., MF-165-J3R-79NT film grade incorporates non-phthalate citrate plasticizer that is stable in applications sterilized by gamma irradiation. Properties of this citrate-based film include Shore A hardness of 81, specific gravity of 1.25, tensile strength of 2,700 psi, and elongation of 300%.

Nylon 6/12 Compounds suit automotive fuel handling applications.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Sep 06, 2012 Chemlon® 813 CI and 830 GHI fiber-reinforced compounds, based on nylon 6/12 polymer, provide chemical resistance and minimal moisture absorption required in fuel line components for automotive industry. With 13% loading of carbon fiber, Chemlon 813 CI provides antistatic conductivity. Chemlon 830 GHI compound has 30% loading of glass fiber, promoting strength and rigidity in applications such as connectors. Finished part dimensions are acceptable in existing tooling used for nylon 12.

PVC Elastomer Compounds are suited for EV charger cable.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Jul 09, 2012 Intended for manufacturers of charger cable for electric vehicles (EVs), Flexalloy® 89504-90 is 90 Shore A formulation for insulation, and Flexalloy® 9610-78 is 78 Shore A formulation for jacketing. Materials respectively exhibit brittle points of -46 and -38°C and operate continuously in temperatures to 105°C. Able to be processed on standard PVC equipment, compounds are based on ultra high molecular weight PVC resin for toughness, abrasion resistance, and elastomeric resilience.

PLA Alloys perform like ETPs and provide up to 40% biocontent.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Jun 26, 2012 Based on alloys of polylactic acid (PLA) and engineering thermoplastics (ETPs), Terraloy® BP 70010 and 70011 compounds provide strength, stiffness, and heat distortion temperature as alternatives to polycarbonate (PC), ABS, and PC/ABS blends while respectively incorporating 40 and 36% levels of bio-based content. Compounds enable manufacturers of electronic housings and other components to incorporate bio-based content without sacrificing essential mechanical and thermal properties.

High-Flow Rigid PVC Compound is suitable for large, thin-wall parts.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Jun 04, 2012 As alternative to engineering thermoplastics, Apex® RM 8911 provides strength and stiffness for large products, such as appliance panels, thin-wall parts, and complex structures, with elaborate flow paths. Chemical-resistant compound produces high-gloss finish and is UL-94 recognized for applications requiring V-0 or 5 VA flammability ratings. Nominal values include specific gravity of 1.35, 83 Shore D Hardness, tensile modulus of 349,000 psi, and tensile strength of 5,570 psi.

Vinyl Compounds incorporate bio-based plasticizers.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Feb 21, 2012 Featuring petrochemical content of 35% or less, BioVinyl(TM) Flexible Vinyl Compounds incorporate phthalate-free DOW ECOLIBRIUM(TM) Bio-Based Plasticizers, which are manufactured using plant byproducts and can help minimize greenhouse gas emissions. Typical applications include consumer and industrial products, automotive components, certain medical devices, and certain wire and cable uses.

TPE Compounds impart non-slip surfaces to products.

Teknor Apex Co.    Pawtucket, RI 02861
Jan 11, 2012 Monprene® Wet Grip Series styrenic block copolymer compounds retain their rubber-like traction when wet with no loss of elasticity or other key mechanical properties, making them suited for soft-touch applications like grips, handles, knobs, and cushions. They are available in hardnesses from 10 to 45 Shore A and can be applied onto variety of substrates by means of 2-shot, coinjection, or insert molding.