FDA Approved Grade TPE (Neutral)
FDA Approved Grade TPE (Neutral) has the properties and performance of rubber, but are processed like plastic. It has excellent clarity and superior colorability. It 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: Neutral
Samples available upon request.
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 271M0055 |
A | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 640 | 330 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb | FDA Approved Ingredients |
64 271M0064 |
A | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 1000 | 440 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb | |
73 271M0073 |
A | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 1200 | 460 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb | |
80 271M0080 |
A | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 1600 | 500 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb | |
87 271M0087 |
A | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 2300 | 500 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb | |
40 273M0040 |
D | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 2750 | 550 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb | |
50 273M0050 |
D | 0.02 - 0.25 | 24 | 4000 | 550 | -50°F to +275°F | 1.27 lb |
*Physicals presented are typical values.
Compound Numbers: 271M0055, 271M0064, 271M0073, 271M0080, 271M0087, 273M0040, 273M0050
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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