About Foster

Foster, established in 1989 and headquartered in Putnam, Connecticut, is a supplier of advanced polymer compounds for various applications. With over thirty years of experience, Foster specializes in custom biomedical polymer compounding, serving medical device manufacturers with industry-leading technology and service. Foster's expertise in polymer technology has driven innovation across various industries, offering high-performance solutions like PEBA (polyether block amide) and TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane). The company specializes in custom polymer compounding to meet the demanding requirements of medical, aerospace, defense, electronics, and industrial markets. Foster’s offerings include color matching and enhancements such as radiopaque, conductive, and self-lubricating capabilities, ensuring superior performance in specialized applications.

ProFlex™ 050-118B

ProFlex™ 050-118B by Foster is a SEBS (styrene-ethylene butylene-styrene) grade. It is a low-cost alternative to other thermoplastic elastomers with superior elastomeric properties. Possesses vibration damping and insulating properties. Exhibits 20% lower specific gravity than other engineering thermoplastic elastomers, yielding more parts per weight. Provides design flexibility and resilience properties similar to thermoset rubber, while maintaining desirable processing characteristics of thermoplastics. Suitable for use in conventional injection molding and extrusion equipment. Applications include non-slip, soft touch medical devices including handles and grips. ProFlex™ 050-118B by Foster meets USP Class VI biocompatibility standards.

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ProFlex™ 050-123F

ProFlex™ 050-123F by Foster is a SEBS (styrene-ethylene butylene-styrene) grade. It is a low cost alternative to other thermoplastic elastomers with superior elastomeric properties. Possesses vibration damping and insulating properties. Exhibits 20% lower specific gravity than other engineering thermoplastic elastomers, yielding more parts per weight. Provides design flexibility and resilience properties similar to thermoset rubber, while maintaining desirable processing characteristics of thermoplastics. It can be processed using overmolding. Suitable for use in conventional injection molding and extrusion equipment. Applications include non-slip, soft touch medical devices including handles and grips. ProFlex™ 050-123F meets USP Class VI biocompatibility standards.

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ProFlex™ 050-121A

ProFlex™ 050-121A by Foster is a SEBS (styrene-ethylene butylene-styrene) grade. It is a low cost alternative to other thermoplastic elastomers with superior elastomeric properties. Possesses vibration damping and insulating properties. Exhibits 20% lower specific gravity than other engineering thermoplastic elastomers, yielding more parts per weight. Provides design flexibility and resilience properties similar to thermoset rubber, while maintaining desirable processing characteristics of thermoplastics. It can be processed using overmolding. Suitable for use in conventional injection molding and extrusion equipment. Applications include non-slip, soft touch medical devices including handles and grips. ProFlex™ 050-121A by Foster meets USP Class VI biocompatibility standards.

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