TPV santoprene is a thermoplastic high-performance elastomer. This type of elastomer has been used in industrial tasks because of the flexibility of the product. If TPV santoprene has been mentioned to you for upcoming industrial projects, you may be wondering how it can benefit you. Here are three benefits of using TPV santoprene and what you need to know about each one.
Molding Benefits
One of the leading ways that TPV santoprene is used is in molding. The reason for this is due to the many molding benefits the material offers. The material is flexible enough to be used in window casings, around doorways, and throughout buildings. The flexibility works well with buildings that may experience some swelling or shifting. For example, if you are in a humid and hot environment, then you may notice some swelling of different materials during extreme heat. This swelling can cause issues with the building itself and specifically with doors and windows. This isn't the case with TPV santoprene as it is flexible and shifts easily without causing damage to the window or door area.
Flame Retardant
The flexibility of TPV santoprene is a leading reason it is used so widely in industrial projects. However, another reason is due to the material being flame retardant. This makes it useful in many manufacturing warehouses as well as building construction. TPV santoprene is UL 94 V-0 rated. It is also rated at a flame retardant rate of UL 94 5VA and UV resistant. This makes it suitable for most high temperature climates and high temperature environments. For example, TPV santoprene would be suitable in a warehouse that manufactured items using a high temperature setting that could lead to fires.
Multiple Uses in Contracting
TPV santoprene can be used in a multiple ways throughout construction and contracting. A common way that it is used in building construction as backing for flooring and carpeting. It can also be used in fiber optic cabling throughout the building. Plumbing, glazing seals, and coatings are also viable uses for TPV santoprene. One way that you may not think of using TPV santoprene is in your insulation and roofing. The material offers sound insulation as well, which can be very beneficial in areas where there are sound ordinances or where rooms need to be sound proof for meeting purposes.
These are only three of the benefits to using TPV santoprene in your next industrial project. If you are ready to move forward, contact your chemical department or purchasing agent to order the right amount of TPV santoprene that you need. They can also field any questions you have and get the answers for you regarding the TPV santoprene usage.
