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Excellent abrasion resistance for extended service life in demanding mechanical environments.
Outstanding elasticity and recovery performance, even after repeated deformation.
Good resistance to oils, greases, and many common industrial chemicals.
Processable via standard thermoplastic techniques including extrusion, injection molding, and calendering.
Low-temperature flexibility down to –40 °C without significant loss of mechanical integrity.
Industrial hoses and hydraulic tubing requiring high pressure resistance and kink recovery.
Dynamic seals and gaskets for automotive and fluid handling systems.
Wear-resistant conveyor components such as scraper blades and guide strips.
Flexible couplings and vibration-damping elements in machinery and power transmission.
Specialty cable jacketing for ruggedized instrumentation and control cables.
| Chemical Type | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU), polyester-based |
| Product Form | Pellets |
| Appearance | Off-white to light beige granules |
| Primary Applications | Dynamic sealing, flexible tubing, wear parts, vibration damping |
| Key Features | High elasticity, oil resistance, low-temperature flexibility, melt-processability |
| Benefits | Extended component lifetime, reduced maintenance, design freedom in processing |
| Processing Temperature Range | 180–220 °C (recommended barrel temperature) |
| Density (ISO 1183) | Approx. 1.20 g/cm³ |
Q1: What is the primary function of BASF KONZ 530/1 in thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) formulations?
A: KONZ 530/1 is a specialized processing aid designed to improve melt flow behavior and reduce extrusion pressure during TPU compounding and shaping processes. It enhances surface smoothness and reduces die build-up without compromising the mechanical integrity or thermal stability of the final TPU product.
Q2: Is KONZ 530/1 compatible with common TPU grades, including aromatic and aliphatic types?
A: Yes, KONZ 530/1 demonstrates broad compatibility across standard aromatic and aliphatic TPU resins. It is typically incorporated via masterbatch or direct dry-blend methods and remains stable under typical TPU processing temperatures up to 220 °C.
Q3: How does KONZ 530/1 affect the mechanical properties of finished TPU parts?
A: When used within recommended dosage ranges, KONZ 530/1 has minimal impact on tensile strength, elongation at break, or hardness. Its primary influence is rheological—improving processability—while maintaining the inherent elasticity and resilience expected from high-performance TPU elastomers.
Q4: Can KONZ 530/1 be used in applications requiring regulatory compliance for food contact or medical devices?
A: KONZ 530/1 is not pre-qualified for direct food-contact or medical device applications. Customers intending such use must conduct full regulatory evaluation—including migration testing and biocompatibility assessment—as part of their own qualification process, in accordance with applicable regional requirements.
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