The Versatility of Thermoplastic Elastomer Compounds; a Quick Overview
Thermoplastic elastomers are a kind of synthetic polymer or a composite of thermoplastics and polymers which include different substances having both thermo-plastic and elastic properties. This class of materials was first introduced in the 1950s, based on the idea that elastomers can be condensed into a liquid, retaining their thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties. Thermoplastic elastomers have the ability to expand and contract based on the temperature, thereby creating a wide range of applications. Some of the best known elastomer materials are silicone elastomers which have become popular in the past decade, due to their ability to resist heat, friction, compression, and electricity. Classified thermoplastic elastomers, thermoplastic polyamides, thermoplastic copolyester, thermoplastic polyurethanes, thermoplastic vulcanizates, thermoplastic polyolefin elastomers, and styrenic block copolymers are some of the generic classes of commercial thermoplastic ...