Archives: Material

TPE (thermoplastic elastomers)

Thermoplastic elastomers, abbreviated to TPE, are a special class of polymers that combine the properties of rubber with the processability of thermoplastics. These materials are characterised by their elasticity, recyclability and adaptability. The thermal application range of TPE is -30 °C to 120 °C. Overview of plastics

PVC-P (soft PVC)

PVC-P is produced by adding plasticisers and other additives to the originally hard PVC. These additives change the physical properties of the material and make it more temperature-resistant, light- and weather-resistant, elastic and impact-resistant. In contrast to rigid PVC, PVC-P is soft and flexible. Overview Plastisols Download all Covytec material data sheets here

PP (polypropylene)

PP is resistant to many chemical solvents, bases and acids as well as fats. The density of PP is between 0.895 and 0.92 g/cm³, which makes it one of the lightest standard plastics. It is harder and more heat-resistant than polyethylene. PP is considered physiologically harmless and is suitable for contact with food. Polypropylene is popular for applications in [...]

PE (polyethylene)

The thermoplastic polymer PE is particularly flexible and easy to stretch. At the same time, it is resistant to water, oils, grease and many chemical substances, including acids and alkalis. Polyethylene remains stable up to temperatures of around 80 °C. Overview of plastics

PC (polycarbonate)

The thermoplastic has a high impact strength (around 250 times stronger than glass) and retains its rigidity at temperatures of up to 120 °C. PC is an amorphous and transparent plastic with good electrical insulation properties. Overview of plastics

PA 6 GF (polyamide 6 with glass fibre reinforcement)

PA 6 GF is a modified form of polyamide 6 (nylon) that has been reinforced with glass fibres to improve its mechanical properties. The glass fibre reinforcement increases the strength, rigidity and heat resistance of the material. For example, PA 6 GF 30 can achieve a tensile strength of up to 8,700 MPa. Overview of plastics

PA (polyamide)

Polyamides are characterised by strength and rigidity, excellent impact strength and good abrasion and wear resistance. Due to their high strength and resistance to chemical influences, they are popular for technical applications, including in the automotive industry. Overview of plastics

Plastic

Plastic is a material that consists mainly of polymers. These polymers are long chains of molecules composed of repeating basic units, the monomers. Important properties of plastics, such as elasticity, temperature resistance, chemical resistance and many other properties, can be greatly influenced by the addition of additives. Plastics can be divided into three main groups: [...]

ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer)

ABS is a terpolymer consisting of three monomers. The material is characterised by high impact strength, good chemical resistance, scratch resistance and a brilliant surface. It is also rigid, dimensionally stable and can be galvanised, but is not very weather-resistant. Overview of plastics