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Thermoplastic vulcanizate.


Zeotherm 100-70B is sakt to offer a durometer of 75A. Zeoiherm 100-70B is also said to provide the heal- and oil-resistance the automotive industry The automotive industry is the industry involved in the design, development, manufacture, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles. In 2006, more than 69 million motor vehicles, including cars and commercial vehicles were produced worldwide.  markets have come to expect from Zeotherm thermoplastic A polymer material that turns to liquid when heated and becomes solid when cooled. There are more than 40 types of thermoplastics, including acrylic, polypropylene, polycarbonate and polyethylene.  vulcanizates (TPVs), continuos (3,000 hour) resistance to 150[degrees]C with spike temperature resistance to 175[degrees]C. And, like other Zeotherm 100 Series grades, it is said to provide superior overmold adhesion adhesion /ad·he·sion/ (ad-he´zhun)
1. the property of remaining in close proximity.

2. the stable joining of parts to one another, which may occur abnormally.

3.
 to polyamides (nylons) and polyesters. The lower durometer of Zeotherm 100-70B is said to make it ideally suited for sealing and grip applications where a softer touch and more rubbery flexibility are advantageous, according to according to
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1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians.

2. In keeping with: according to instructions.

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 the manufacturer. Applications include dynamic/rotational seals and electrical connectors, plus nylon overmolded pans such as air intake ducts and power tool grips. (Zeon Chemicals L.P.)

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Title Annotation:Materials
Publication:Rubber World
Date:Oct 1, 2004
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