The Versatility of Thermoplastic Elastomer Compounds; a Quick Overview

Posted by coherent market insights on February 19th, 2021

Thermoplastic elastomers are a kind of synthetic polymer or a composite of thermoplastics and polymers which include different substances having both thermo-plastic and elastic properties. This class of materials was first introduced in the 1950s, based on the idea that elastomers can be condensed into a liquid, retaining their thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties. Thermoplastic elastomers have the ability to expand and contract based on the temperature, thereby creating a wide range of applications. Some of the best known elastomer materials are silicone elastomers which have become popular in the past decade, due to their ability to resist heat, friction, compression, and electricity.

Classified thermoplastic elastomers, thermoplastic polyamides, thermoplastic copolyester, thermoplastic polyurethanes, thermoplastic vulcanizates, thermoplastic polyolefin elastomers, and styrenic block copolymers are some of the generic classes of commercial thermoplastic elastomers. Thermoplastic elastomers are extensively used in various end-use industries, such as packaging, electrical, construction, medical, automotive, etc., for a variety of applications and new uses for thermoplastic elastomers are being developed all the time.

These elastomers can be extended permanently without distorting the shape. Thermoplastic elastomers are typically plastic and elastic and are manufactured by extrusion, molding, and injection. They are widely used in the automotive sector for various applications, such as seals and air duct components, spoilers, cowl panels, window trims, anti-slip mats, and airbags. With the increasing demand for automobiles and automotive parts, the demand for thermoplastic elastomers is also increasing rapidly.

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