Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Merquinsa 45-40/27 TPU Elastomer

Merquinsa 45-40/27 is a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) elastomer from the Merquinsa® TPU portfolio by Arkema. It offers balanced hardness (~45 Shore D), excellent melt processability, good abrasion resistance and flexibility at low temperatures. Widely used in extrusion, injection molding and calendering for automotive, industrial and consumer applications requiring durability and elasticity.
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Features Of Merquinsa 45-40/27 TPU Elastomer

  1. Excellent abrasion resistance for extended service life in demanding mechanical environments.

  2. Balanced hardness (Shore A 45) and elongation (>400%) enabling high flexibility with structural integrity.

  3. Good low-temperature flexibility down to –30 °C, maintaining elasticity in cold-condition applications.

  4. Outstanding oil and grease resistance, suitable for contact with hydrocarbon-based lubricants and fluids.

  5. Processable via standard thermoplastic methods including extrusion, injection molding, and calendering.

Typical Applications Of Merquinsa 45-40/27 TPU Elastomer

  1. Industrial hoses and pneumatic tubing requiring kink resistance and pressure stability.

  2. Dynamic seals and gaskets for automotive and hydraulic systems.

  3. Wear-resistant conveyor components such as scraper blades and modular belt segments.

  4. Flexible protective sheathing for cables and wiring harnesses in mobile equipment.

  5. Soft-touch grips and ergonomic overmolded parts for hand tools and medical devices.

Specifications Of Merquinsa 45-40/27 TPU Elastomer

Chemical TypeThermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU), polyester-based
Product FormPellets
AppearanceOff-white to light beige, free-flowing granules
Hardness (Shore A)45 ± 2
Elongation at Break≥ 400 %
Tensile Strength≥ 27 MPa
Density1.18–1.22 g/cm³
Melt Flow Index (230 °C / 2.16 kg)12–16 g/10 min


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