Laripur® 8860EG is a PTMG polyether based TPU exhibiting a very good resistance to hydrolysis and microbes attack. The standard version is used for the injection of technical items while the EG one is indicated for the extrusion of hose, cable, profile and film. The latter is available also UV stabilized as EUV.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyether based)

Processing Methods: Extrusion

End Uses: Cables, Film, Hoses, Profiles

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Processing Recommendations

Material needs to be dried prior processing at 175-195 °F for 3 hours, preferably using a dehumidifying drier fed by air exhibiting a dew point lower than -22°F.
Suggested molding temperature profile

Zone Temperature
Zone 1 365°F
Zone 2 375°F
Zone 3 385°F
Nozzle 375°F

Suggested extrusion temperature profile

Zone Temperature
Zone 1 375°F
Zone 2 385°F
Zone 3 395°F
Zone 4 390°F
Adapter 385°F
Die 375°F

 

Being affected by type of machine used, processing conditions and downstream equipment, the temperature profiles as given above has to be considered as just indicative.

 

Properties

Physical Form
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength6380psiASTM D412
Vicat Softening Point171°FASTM D1525
Tensile Modulus (at 50%)755psiASTM D412
Tensile Modulus (at 300%)1200psiASTM D412
Tensile Modulus (at 100%)1075psiASTM D412
Tear Strength88N/mmASTM D624
Specific Gravity1.12g/cm³ASTM D792
Shore Hardness86A ScaleASTM D2240
Abrasion Loss35mm³DIN 53516
Elongation (at Break)550%ASTM D412

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • USA
Packaging Information

Laripur® 8860EG is supplied in regular pellet form and it is packaged in 25 kg bags or 500 kg and 1000 kg octabins.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
6 months
Storage and Shelf Life Conditions
  • Laripur® 8860EG must be stored in its original and sealed containers and kept in a dry and well ventilated place; avoiding the direct sun radiation.
  • The shelf life of Laripur® 8860EG will be 6 months from the date of delivery to the final customer, when stored in its original sealed packaging and in proper conditions.