AVALON® 95 ABR

AVALON® 95 ABR is a polyester-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for injection molding and is part of the AVALON Perform Range. Key features include abrasion resistance, cut and scratch resistance, good low-temperature performance, and short cycle times.

 

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Polymer Name: Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester based)

Processing & Application Methods: Injection Molding

Product End Uses: Footwears, General Purpose, Plates

Density: 1220.0 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Polyurethanes (PU),
Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU)
Polymer Name
Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester based)
Single Ingredient
Yes
Technologies
Elastomers
Product Families
Elastomers — Thermoplastic Elastomers
Thermoplastic Urethanes (TPU)

Features & Benefits

Product Features
Cut Through Resistant,
Excellent Bondability,
Fast Cycle Times,
Good Abrasion Resistance,
Good Scratch Resistance,
Low Temperature Applications,
Slip Resistance,
Transparent
Benefits
  • Consistency in processing
  • Good material uniformity
  • High quality and durability
  • Excellent slip resistance
  • Perfect surface definition
  • Transparency and translucency
  • Compatibility with masterbatches
  • 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

Product End Uses
Footwears,
General Purpose,
Plates
Application Details

Premium quality sports plates and sports footwear.

Properties

Physical Form
Pellets
Notes
  • * = Injection molded parts to meet DIN & ASTM requirements. Parts tempered for 20 hrs @ 100 °C prior to testing

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
AIIC (Australia),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Technical Details & Test Data

Material Preparation
  • AVALON® 95 ABR 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
Bags,
Drums,
Octabin
Regional Availability
  • Global

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

AVALON® 95 ABR 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
Processing & Application Methods
Injection Molding
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Compression Set30.0%ISO 815 at 23°C, 70 hr
Hardness47.0Shore DISO 7619 after 3s.
Hardness94.0Shore AISO 7619 after 3 seconds
Tear Strength105.0N/mmISO 34-1
Tensile Strength50.0MPaDIN 53504
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.22g/cm³ISO 1183-1