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

Merquinsa 45-60/18 TPU Elastomer

Merquinsa 45-60/18 is a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) elastomer from the Merquinsa® TPU series by Tecnopolímeros S.A., offering balanced hardness (45–60 Shore A), excellent melt processability, and superior abrasion resistance—ideal for extrusion, injection molding, and calendering applications in automotive, footwear, and industrial sectors.
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Features Of Merquinsa 45-60/18 TPU Elastomer

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

  2. Broad processing window suitable for extrusion, injection molding, and blow molding.

  3. Good low-temperature flexibility down to –30 °C without significant loss of elasticity.

  4. Hydrolysis-resistant aliphatic polyester-based formulation ensuring long-term stability in humid conditions.

  5. High transparency and gloss retention ideal for premium aesthetic applications.

Typical Applications Of Merquinsa 45-60/18 TPU Elastomer

  1. Automotive interior trim components including instrument panel overlays and soft-touch surfaces.

  2. Consumer electronics protective casings and flexible cable jacketing.

  3. Medical tubing and non-implantable wearable device housings compliant with ISO 10993-5 cytotoxicity screening.

  4. Industrial hose covers and pneumatic seal rings requiring dynamic flex endurance.

  5. Sports equipment grips, gaskets, and vibration-damping pads.

Specifications Of Merquinsa 45-60/18 TPU Elastomer

Chemical TypeAliphatic polyester-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)
Product FormPellets (free-flowing, dry-blend ready)
AppearanceTranslucent to semi-crystalline granules, uniform size distribution
Hardness (Shore A)45–60
Melt Flow Index (2.16 kg, 210 °C)18 g/10 min
Density1.18–1.22 g/cm³
Key FeaturesAbrasion resistance, hydrolytic stability, process versatility, optical clarity
Primary ApplicationsExtruded profiles, molded parts, overmolding substrates, flexible tubing


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