Performance Polymers
Elastollan® TPU materials provide durable, flexible, and flame‑retardant solutions for cable sheathings – from industrial automation and consumer electronics to automotive and eMobility systems.
TPU Elastollan® for wire and cable jackets are available in a wide range of grades, allowing precise adaptation to mechanical, chemical and regulatory requirements.
Most commonly used Elastollan® TPU grades include:
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Q: Why choose TPU for cables?
Elastollan® TPU materials provide durable, flexible, and flame‑retardant solutions for cable sheathings. Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) can be used in industrial automation, consumer electronics, automotive and eMobility systems.
Q: Which TPU grades are suitable for automotive cables?
TPU Elastollan® offers both ether‑based and ester‑based TPU grades suitable for automotive cable applications. Ester‑based TPU grades are typically used where high temperature resistance and mechanical strength are required, while ether‑based grades are preferred for applications exposed to moisture or long‑term environmental stress.
Q: Are TPU cable materials suitable for eMobility applications?
Yes, TPU Elastollan® materials are well suited for eMobility cable applications. They provide reliable cable sheathing solutions for all charging modes, as well as signal and data cables used in electric vehicles.
Q: Are flame‑retardant TPU cable compounds available?
Yes, Elastollan® includes flame‑retardant TPU grades specifically developed for safety‑critical cable applications. These materials are designed to meet international fire safety requirements and can comply with standards such as IEC, VDE or UL, depending on the grade.
Q: Which TPU Elastollan® grades are suitable for industrial cable applications?
For industrial cable applications, standard ether- and ester-based Elastollan® TPU as well as customized flame-retardant grades can be used, depending on operating conditions.
Q: Which factors should be considered when selecting a TPU grade for cables?
The selection of the appropriate TPU Elastollan® grade depends on several key factors, including mechanical load, abrasion requirements, environmental conditions, fire safety regulations and applicable industry standards. A careful assessment of these parameters helps ensure reliable cable performance, regulatory compliance and optimized service life.
