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Forprene® is the brand name of a family of compounds
that consisting of a polyolefin phase (PP) with a dynamically cured
EPDM phase closely dispersed in the first one. That gives unique
rubber-like properties, but with the advantage of thermoplastic
processing techniques.
Il Forprene® characteristics:
* High elasticity properties and physical-mechanical properties that
are constant in the course of time
* Quite higher saving on the processing costs with respect to the
traditional processing of cured rubbers
* Wide hardness range from 35 SHA to 65 SHD
* Lightness: density lower than 1 g/cm3
* High stability of manufactured pieces to different kind of chemical
agents (acids, bases, polar solvents etc.) and good resistance to
ozone, UV and weathering exposure which comes from the saturated
elastomeric phase
* Colouring by master or coloured pigments
* Recyclable
* High level of thermal and electric insulation
* Very good resistance to “fatigue” and tear
strength
* Continous use temperature: from -40°C to +125°C,
depending on the application
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Ability to obtain flame retardant, high-flow and copper stabilised
grades
* Capability to be processed with faster cycle
time c.f. rubber by the following techniques:
* Injection moulding
* Extrusion
* Extrusion-blow moulding
* Calendering and thermoforming |
Forprene® Uses: some examples
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Sector
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Application
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| Automotive |
Blow-moulded
air-intake, drainage tube and suspension strut covers, fuel line
covers, steering bellow, windows sealing profile, air bag door covers
and interior console mats, body and chassis components |
| Electric household
appliances |
Washing
machine, fridge and dishwasher drainage hose end-fittings and seals |
| Construction |
GResidential
doors and window weather stripping |
| Electrical |
Wire and cable
insulation and termination boots |
| Various |
Steering-wheels,
pipes, trolley wheels, grips for cutlery and power tools |
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