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SEPTON™

High-performance TPE

SEPTON™ is a series of styrenic thermoplastic elastomers used in a great number of TPE compounds and can be processed in various forms. The Hydro- genated Styrenic Block Copolymers (HSBCs) consist of styrene-based hard blocks and a hydrogenated diene soft block. These styrenic TPEs cover a broad range of applications including compounds, polymer modification, adhesives, flexible PVC substitutes and vibration damping products.

Applications

Features and benefits

▪ Compounding ▪ Consumer goods

▪ Excellent mechanical properties ▪ UV-/Weather resistant ▪ Good resistance to chemicals ▪ Good low temperature performance ▪ Non-toxic ▪ High heat resistance ▪ Excellent electrical insulation ▪ Rubber-like elasticity ▪ Recyclable

▪ Medical ▪ Mobility ▪ Oil modification ▪ Sporting goods & footwear

SEPTON™ Specialty Grades

Using its proprietary polymer synthesis and modification technologies, Kuraray has de- veloped several unique SEPTON™ grades. Each series covers a broad range of product properties, including being super soft and having superior heat resistance. SEPTON™ Q-series is a range of thermoplastic elastomers that combines softness and elasticity. SEPTON™ V-series is a block copolymer with reactive and crosslinkable, hard and soft blocks. SEPTON™ J-series is Kuraray’s specialty product for high-performance gels.

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