AVALON® 80 AB

AVALON® 80 AB is a polyester-based Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) for injection moulding and part of the AVALON Perform Range. Key features are abrasion resistance, cut and scratch resistance, excellent multilayer bonding, good low temperature performance and short cycle times.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester based)

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

End Uses: Casual Shoe, Footwear, Plates, Polyurethanes

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Materials Features
Product Features
  • Outstanding flex performance
  • Excellent slip resistance
  • Perfect surface definition
  • Transparency and translucency
  • Oil resistance
  • Fast cycle times
  • Outstanding abrasion and scratch resistance
  • Perfect color match with masterbatches
  • Rubber-like look and feel
  • Excellent bonding.

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Material Preperation
  • AVALON® 80 AB is supplied pre-dried, however to ensure trouble-free processing it is preferable to dry before use. The recommended drying conditions are:
    • 3 hours at 80-90°C in circulating air
    • 3 hours at 70-80°C in dehumidified air
    • Dew point: -30°C

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Global

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

AVALON® 80 AB has a minimum expected shelf life of 12 months after shipment date. The product should be stored in a dry and cool place in the manufacturer ́s original packaging.

Other

Appearance
Transparent pellets
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Compression Set120.0 %%ISO 815 at 23°C, 70 hr
Compression Set240.0 %%ISO 815 at 70°C, 24 hr
Hardness380.0 Shore AShore AISO 7619 after 3 seconds
Tear Strength480.0 N/mmN/mmISO 34-1
Tensile Strength555.0 MPaMPaDIN 53504
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density11.19 g/cm³g/cm³ISO 1183-1
Melting Point165.0-173.0 °C°CThermomechanical Analyzer