Espolex® 4832

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Espolex® 4832 is a recyclable TPV that combines thermoplastic processing capabilities with rubber-like behavior. It demonstrates excellent processability in extrusion, calendar, and blow molding processes, while also exhibiting low die drool during extrusion. Applications: Automotive interior skin Sheets Tubes Film/skins/foils Hoses Profiles Body seals/weather stripping Features: Low die drool Rubber-like elasticity and feel Benefits: Recyclable Soft touch feeling

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (TPV)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Profile Extrusion

Density: 875.0 - 875.0 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Vulcanizate (TPV)
Technologies: Elastomers
Product Families: Elastomers — Thermoplastic Elastomers
Thermoplastic Vulcanizates (TPV)

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Recyclable
Materials Features: Cost Effective,
Low Density,
Low Die Drool,
Recyclable

Applications & Uses

Markets: Automotive & Transportation,
Building & Construction
Applications: Automotive & Transportation — Automotive
Interior
Building & Construction — Building Materials
Pipes & Plumbing
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Automotive Interior Parts,
Film,
Hoses,
Profiles,
Weatherstripping
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods: Extrusion,
Profile Extrusion
Extrusion Equipment Recommendations: Extruder Type
Twin Screw or Single Screw with Mixing Zone

Single Screw Type
Full Flight General Purpose with L/D Ratio > 20:1 & 3:1 Compression Ratio

Properties

Physical Properties
Processing Information (Injection Molding)

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density	0.875	g/cm³	ISO 1183
Melt Flow Rate (230°C/10Kg)	15.0	g/10min	ISO 1133
Durometer Hardness (Instantaneous)	80.0	Shore A	ISO 868
Durometer Hardness (10 second delay)	73.0	Shore A	ISO 868
Tensile Modulus (100% Modulus, 500mm/min)	3.3	MPa	ISO 37 Type 1
Tensile Strength (500mm/min)	8.0	MPa	ISO 37 Type 1
Tensile Elongation (500mm/min)	650.0	%	ISO 37 Type 1
Compression Set (22 hrs at 23 °C)	35.0	MPa	ASTM D395
Compression Set (22 hrs at 70 °C)	52.0	MPa	ASTM D395
Notched Izod Impact Strength (at -30°C)	Non Breakable	—	ASTM D256

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Feed Zone	90 - 210	°F	—
Kneading Zone	360 - 395	°F	—
Die Temperature	395 - 430	°F	—

Extruder Type	Twin Screw or Single Screw with Mixing Zone
Single Screw Type	Full Flight General Purpose with L/D Ratio > 20:1 & 3:1 Compression Ratio