Sarlink® TPV 3180 by Teknor Apex is an opaque, resilient thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) grade with high hardness and good heat aging resistance. Exhibits excellent fatigue resistance, resistance to high temperatures up to 135°C, outstanding electrical properties, abrasion resistance and excellent resistance to chemicals & weathering. Has high impact strength, low specific gravity, low tension & compression set and good colorability. It reduces production costs due to its shorter cycle times, reduces energy needs and has very high material efficiency as a result of its recyclability. Sarlink® TPV 3180 by Teknor Apex can be reprocessed through several heat cycles without loss of physical properties. Is suitable for processing by blow molding, extrusion, profiles and injection molding. Desired for applications like weatherstripping, sheet and profiles. Potential applications include automotive (under hood applications, sealing systems), building, film, household appliances, hoses, gaskets/seals, power tools, sports and leisure articles, personal care products, tubing, wire & cable jacketing. Complies with automotive specifications such as GM QK 3525 Type 5 Color: Black, GM QK 3525 Type 5 Color: Natural, SAE J3000 Color: Black and SAE J3000 Color: Natural.
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Sarlink® TPV 3180 properties
Aging properties
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| Change in 100% Modulus, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in 100% Modulus, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Elongation at Break, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Elongation at Break, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Hardness, Shore A | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Hardness, Shore A | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Tensile Strength, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Tensile Strength, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Change in Volume | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Flammability properties
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| Flame Rating, UL 94 | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Flame Rating, UL 94 | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Mechanical properties
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| 100% Modulus, MD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| 100% Modulus, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Compression Set | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Compression Set | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Compression Set | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Hardness, Shore A | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Hardness, Shore A | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Tear Strength, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Other properties
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| Elongation at Break, MD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Elongation at Break, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Tensile Strength at Break, MD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Tensile Strength at Break, TD | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| Viscosity, Apparent | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Physical properties
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| Density | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Thermal properties
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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| UL RTI, Electrical | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| UL RTI, Mechanical with Impact | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
| UL RTI, Mechanical without Impact | 0.0 Visible After Login | Visible After Login | Visible After Login |
Sarlink® TPV 3180 Processing Guidelines
Extrusion Processing Guidelines
| Properties | Value & unit | Test condition | Test method |
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Injection Molding Processing Guidelines
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