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What is Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs)?

Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs), also known as thermoplastic rubber (TPR) are high molecule materials which contain features of vulcanized rubber at normal temperature and plastics when heated. It means that once thermoplastic elastomers compounds are formed, they can be heated and reformed repeatedly. The ability of thermoplastic elastomers to process like thermoplastics and imitate the performance and feel of thermoset rubbers has made them stars among plastic materials over a long time.

Thermoplastic elastomers compounds are formed by physical cross-linking of hard phase (plastics) and soft phase (elastomers) materials. This physical cross-linking is reversible which indicates that the molecules are free of flowing at high temperature and regain their original structure and stability at room temperature. 
This property allows for easy process and facilitates recycling. 
The general features of TPEs are,

• Capable of applying standard plastic processing method, like injection, extrusion, and blow molding. No vulcanization is needed.    
• Energy saving, reducing cycle time, and increasing production efficiency.
• 100% recyclable and environmental-friendly 
• Good brittle temperature
• Rubber like texture and feel
• Lightweight