Product Description

FDA Approved Grade TPE (Black)

TPEs (thermoplastic elastomers) have the properties and performance of rubber, but are processed like plastic. It has excellent clarity and superior colorability.

FDA Approved Grade TPE (Black) also has very good heat resistance. It was designed for applications where FDA compliance, clarity and enhanced heat resistance are required. Safe to use for repeated food exposure. Made in the USA.

Color: Black

Samples available upon request.

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Key Aspects

Temperature Range: -50°F to +275°F
Durometer Range (Shore ± 5): 55 to 73
Tensile Range (psi.): 640 to 1200
Elongation Range (%): 330 to 460
Finish: Smooth
Talc:
Specifications: FDA Approved Ingredients
per 21 CFR 177.2600

We comply with the Buy American Act requirements.

Advanced Technical Details

Durometer
Hardness
Shore ± 5		 Durometer
Type		 Thickness
(inches)		 Width
(inches)		 Tensile*
PSI		 Ultimate
Elongation*
Percent		 Temperature
Range		 Estimated Weight
Per Linear Foot
(1/8" x 36")		 Specifications
55
171M0055		 A 0.02 - 0.25 24 640 330 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb

FDA Approved Ingredients
per 21 CFR 177.2600
64
171M0064		 A 0.02 - 0.25 24 1000 440 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb
73
171M0073		 A 0.02 - 0.25 24 1200 460 -50°F to +275°F 1.27 lb

*Physicals presented are typical values.

Compound Number: 171M0055, 171M0064, 171M0073

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Our rubber products are a proprietary blend of various polymers formulated to meet stated physicals and specifications. The named product polymer is not necessarily the primary polymer representing the highest percentage of the polymer blend. Determination of the suitability of the goods for the uses and applications contemplated by Buyer and others shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer or user. No guaranty is given with respect to length of service on any particular application. Suggestions or recommendations made by Seller in its product literature concerning uses or applications of the goods are believed to be reliable, but Seller makes no warranty or guaranty of results to be obtained since the conditions of the use and application by Buyer and others are beyond Seller’s control.

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  • Temperature Range: -50°F to +275°F
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