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SoftFlex 345A-BK

1 of 3 products in this brand
SoftFlex 345A-BK is both an extrusion and injection molding grade Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) designed for soft touch applications requiring good weatherability and excellent chemical resistance. SoftFlex TPE is ideal for components such as connectors, seals, boots, flanges and grommets. It is easy to mold or extrude, exhibits low gloss and bonds very well to polypropylene.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Elastomer (unspecified)

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding

End Uses: Connectors, Flanges, Grommets, Soft Touch Applications

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Recommended Extrusion Process Conditions

Feed Zone: 315°F, Transition Zone: 360°F, Metering Zone: 400°F, Melt Temp: 400°F

Recommended Injection Molding Parameters

Injection Speed (fill rate) 1 to3 cu. in/sec Injection Pressure 400 to 800 psi Injection Time (first stage/boost) 0.5 to 4 sec. Second Stage Pressure 300 to 500 psi Second Stage Time 3 to 10 sec Cooling Time 10 to 20 sec. Screw Speed 50 to 150 rpm Back Pressure 25 to 75 psi

Properties

Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Modulus (100 %)1Mpa
Ultimate Elongation750%
Physical Properties
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Hardness (I.Molded (5 Seconds))45Shore A
Typical Properties
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Specific Gravity1kg/m³
Tensile Strength4Mpa