AVALON® 85 AB

AVALON® 85 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 and short cycle times.

Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester based)

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

End Uses: Casual Shoe, Footwear, Plates, Sports Shoe

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Materials Features
Key Performance 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
Application Details

Premium quality sports plates and high quality casual and fashion footwear.

Properties

Physical Form

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Material Preperation
  • AVALON® 85 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 100 - 110°C in circulating air
    • 3 hours at 80 - 90°C in dehumidified air
    • Dew point: -30°C

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Global

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

AVALON® 85 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 Set238.0 %%ISO 815 at 70°C, 24 hr
Hardness385.0 Shore AShore AISO 7619 after 3 seconds
Tear Strength485.0 N/mmN/mmISO 34-1
Tensile Strength550.0 MPaMPaDIN 53504
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density11.2 g/cm³g/cm³ISO 1183-1
Melting Point174.0-180.0 °C°CThermomechanical Analyzer