Polycaprolactone TPU (PCL-TPU) – Grade Portfolio
| Application |
Hardness Range |
Key Properties |
Suggested Grades |
| Medical Devices (catheters, connectors, seals) |
70A–85A |
Biocompatible, flexible, sterilization stable |
PCL-Med 75A, PCL-Med 80A |
| Footwear Midsoles / Outsoles |
80A–95A |
High resilience, cold-resistant, durable |
PCL-Sole 85A, PCL-Sole 90A |
| Elastic / Transparent Films |
70A–85A |
Flexible, transparent, hydrolysis resistant |
PCL-Film 75A, PCL-Film 80A |
| Sports & Protective Gear |
85A–95A |
Tough, high impact resistance, flexible |
PCL-Sport 90A, PCL-Sport 95A |
| Industrial Components |
85A–95A |
High tensile strength, chemical resistant |
PCL-Indu 90A, PCL-Indu 95A |
Polycaprolactone TPU (PCL-TPU) – Grade Data Sheet
| Grade |
Positioning / Features |
Density (g/cm³) |
Hardness (Shore A/D) |
Tensile (MPa) |
Elongation (%) |
Tear (kN/m) |
Abrasion (mm³) |
| PCL-Med 75A |
Medical tubing & catheters, flexible & durable |
1.14 |
75A |
20 |
550 |
50 |
40 |
| PCL-Med 80A |
Medical connectors & seals, sterilization stable |
1.15 |
80A |
22 |
520 |
55 |
38 |
| PCL-Sole 85A |
Footwear midsoles, high resilience & cold resistant |
1.18 |
85A (~30D) |
26 |
480 |
65 |
30 |
| PCL-Sole 90A |
High-end outsoles, strong & hydrolysis resistant |
1.20 |
90A (~35D) |
30 |
450 |
70 |
26 |
| PCL-Film 75A |
Elastic films, transparent & hydrolysis resistant |
1.14 |
75A |
20 |
540 |
50 |
36 |
| PCL-Film 80A |
Medical or optical films, flexible & clear |
1.15 |
80A |
22 |
520 |
52 |
34 |
| PCL-Sport 90A |
Sports gear, impact & tear resistant |
1.21 |
90A (~35D) |
32 |
420 |
75 |
24 |
| PCL-Sport 95A |
Protective equipment, high strength |
1.22 |
95A (~40D) |
34 |
400 |
80 |
22 |
| PCL-Indu 90A |
Industrial parts, high tensile & chemical resistant |
1.20 |
90A (~35D) |
33 |
420 |
75 |
24 |
| PCL-Indu 95A |
Heavy-duty components, superior strength |
1.22 |
95A (~40D) |
36 |
390 |
85 |
20 |
Note: Data for reference only. Custom specs available.
Key Features
- Excellent hydrolysis resistance (better than standard polyester TPU)
- High tensile and tear strength with long-term elasticity
- Excellent cold resistance and flexibility at sub-zero temperatures
- Good transparency and biocompatibility potential
- Shore hardness range: 70A–95A
- Suitable for injection molding, extrusion, and film casting
Typical Applications
- Medical devices (catheters, connectors, seals)
- High-performance footwear midsoles and outsoles
- Transparent and elastic films
- Sports equipment and protective components
- High-end industrial parts requiring strength and flexibility
Customization Options
- Hardness: Shore 70A–95A
- Transparent, matte, or colored grades available
- Grades for medical, footwear, and industrial use
- Antimicrobial or bio-based formulations optional
Why Choose PCL-TPU from Chemdo?
- Excellent balance of hydrolysis resistance, flexibility, and strength
- Stable performance in both tropical and cold climates
- Trusted by medical and footwear manufacturers in Southeast Asia
- Consistent quality backed by Chemdo’s long-term partnerships with top TPU producers
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