TPE Supply • Vast Product Portfolio • Consultancy Service
Specialists TPE Distribution & Technical Support
Elastochem provides Thermoplastic Elastomers suitable for all applications to the New Zealand market.
We source TPE compounds from the world’s leaders in thermoplastics, including the full range of TPE products from ExxonMobil Chemical and Avient. Elastochem’s access to a vast range of TPE technologies goes beyond mere supply. Our import and distribution service is backed by an unrivaled level of technical expertise and pre/after-sales support.
For specialty TPEs for any industry and to suit any application, make Elastochem your first and final call.
TPEs for Any Application
Tell us what you want in a TPE material – flame retardant, chemical resistant, soft touch, etc – and we’ll provide a solution from our wide range of locally stocked product, or we’ll bring it in from one of trusted international TPE suppliers.
Thermoplastic Elastomers Consulting
Our experience, expertise and global connections in the TPE industry ideally positions Elastochem as your Go-to Team for all things TPE. Much more than just a supplier, Elastochem can serve as your Strategic Partner and ensure you’re getting the most out of your TPE materials, specific to your needs. Whether you’re at planning stage or already in production, Elastochem’s TPE Consulting offers a review and roadmap service for your plastics production projects.
4 Ways We Can Help
Locally Stocked
A wide range of TPE products are on hand
Technical Support
Elastochem are your local TPE experts
Leading Brands
The world’s best TPE products under one roof
Any Application
Elastochem provide TPEs to cover any function you need
Distributors of the world’s leading TPE manufacturers
Broad TPE Portfolio – Endless Possibilities, Tailor-made for You
- General Purpose
- Flame Retardant
- UV Resistant
- Medical
- Food & Water Contact
- Bonding
- Specialty Moulding/Extrusion
- Other Specialty Grades
Supplying TPE material to some of NZ’s most recognised brands
Summary of Applications
Construction
Healthcare
Food Packaging
Industrial
Consumer Products
Automotive
TPE Properties
TPE Properties Comparison
Property | TPV (EPDM) Fully Cured | TPS (SEBS) | NBR/PVC | TPC (COPE) | TPU |
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Density, g/cm3 | 0.89 – 0.98 | 0.90 – 1.2 | ~1.4 | ~1.18 | ~1.1 |
Typical Hardness, Shore | 35A–50D | 25A–90A | 60A–90A | 90A–80D | 60A–60D |
Typical Service Temperature, °C (°F) | -60/+135 (-76/+275) | -45/+110 (-49/+230) | -30/+95 (-22/+203) | -40/+150 (-40/+302) | -40/+120 (-40/+248) |
Compression Set | |||||
Processability Recycling | TP Yes | TP Yes | TP Yes | TP Yes | TP Yes |
Weathering/Ozone | |||||
Chemical Resistance | |||||
Oil Resistance | |||||
Key Excellent Good Fair Poor Indicative directions only |