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In plumbing, Santoprene TPV is used to create long-term seals, gaskets, and grommets that are resistant to flex fatigue, harsh temperatures, and chemicals. It can be used in a variety of sealing applications including pipe seals, bridge expansion joints and curtain walls, parts for potable water, and
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show a multitude of very small particles, typically no bigger than a couple of microns in diameter. These particles are fully vulcanized rubber (typically EPDM rubber for most
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The results of tests that measured the color shift (Delta E) between the exterior and interior surfaces of old and new automotive secondary roof profiles showed that the TPV material experienced insignificant color changes. Other tests, which looked at whether the surfaces of the profiles bore the
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Two-shot injection molding: TPV can be combined with polymers through several types of multi-shot injection molding processes. By combining multiple materials, a wide variety of parts applications, such as a hard/soft combination, can be achieved. The process produces both a finished part and a
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Santoprene TPV can contribute to a reduction in overall waste in the manufacturing process as scrap produced during processing can be recycled. Material that has been recycled â even from old parts â exhibits properties almost as good as virgin material as an article in âDesign Newsâ magazine
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In commercial glazing seals, Santoprene TPV is used for curtain walls, storefronts, architectural windows, and skylight weather seal applications. It is also commonly used in residential glazing seals due to its low air and water infiltration ratings for the life of window and door systems.
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Santoprene TPV (thermoplastic vulcanization) is used in weather seals, underhood and under-car applications, and interior components. In weather seals, TPV is used as a lightweight alternative to thermoset rubber materials in semi-dynamic and static parts, while in underhood and under-car
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Santoprene TPV is used in washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, small appliances, and floor care. Its properties enable it to be used in a range of parts including pump seals, hoses, couplings, vibration dampeners, drum rollers, knobs, and controls.
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Santoprene TPV is used in wiring connectors to make watertight seals with electrical and thermal resistance, insulation for high voltage applications, and flexibility even at low temperatures to â60°C.
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