Polyether TPU
Polyether TPU – Grade Portfolio
| Application | Hardness Range | Key Properties | Suggested Grades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Tubing & Catheters | 70A–85A | Flexible, transparent, sterilization stable, hydrolysis resistant | Ether-Med 75A, Ether-Med 80A |
| Marine & Submarine Cables | 80A–90A | Hydrolysis resistant, saltwater stable, durable | Ether-Cable 85A, Ether-Cable 90A |
| Outdoor Cable Jackets | 85A–95A | UV/weather stable, abrasion resistant | Ether-Jacket 90A, Ether-Jacket 95A |
| Hydraulic & Pneumatic Hoses | 85A–95A | Oil & abrasion resistant, durable in humid environments | Ether-Hose 90A, Ether-Hose 95A |
| Waterproof Films & Membranes | 70A–85A | Flexible, breathable, hydrolysis resistant | Ether-Film 75A, Ether-Film 80A |
Polyether TPU – Grade Data Sheet
| Grade | Positioning / Features | Density (g/cm³) | Hardness (Shore A/D) | Tensile (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Tear (kN/m) | Abrasion (mm³) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ether-Med 75A | Medical tubing, transparent & flexible | 1.14 | 75A | 18 | 550 | 45 | 40 |
| Ether-Med 80A | Catheters, hydrolysis resistant, sterilization stable | 1.15 | 80A | 20 | 520 | 50 | 38 |
| Ether-Cable 85A | Marine cables, hydrolysis & saltwater resistant | 1.17 | 85A (~30D) | 25 | 480 | 60 | 32 |
| Ether-Cable 90A | Submarine cables, abrasion & hydrolysis resistant | 1.19 | 90A (~35D) | 28 | 450 | 65 | 28 |
| Ether-Jacket 90A | Outdoor cable jackets, UV/weather stable | 1.20 | 90A (~35D) | 30 | 440 | 70 | 26 |
| Ether-Jacket 95A | Heavy-duty jackets, long-term outdoor durable | 1.21 | 95A (~40D) | 32 | 420 | 75 | 24 |
| Ether-Hose 90A | Hydraulic hoses, abrasion & oil resistant | 1.20 | 90A (~35D) | 32 | 430 | 78 | 25 |
| Ether-Hose 95A | Pneumatic hoses, hydrolysis stable, durable | 1.21 | 95A (~40D) | 34 | 410 | 80 | 22 |
| Ether-Film 75A | Waterproof membranes, flexible & breathable | 1.14 | 75A | 18 | 540 | 45 | 38 |
| Ether-Film 80A | Outdoor/medical films, hydrolysis resistant | 1.15 | 80A | 20 | 520 | 48 | 36 |
Key Features
- Superior hydrolysis resistance, suitable for humid and wet environments
- Excellent low-temperature flexibility (down to –40 °C)
- High resilience and good abrasion resistance
- Shore hardness range: 70A–95A
- Stable under long-term outdoor and marine exposure
- Transparent or colored grades available
Typical Applications
- Medical tubing and catheters
- Marine and submarine cables
- Outdoor cable jackets and protective covers
- Hydraulic and pneumatic hoses
- Waterproof membranes and films
Customization Options
- Hardness: Shore 70A–95A
- Grades for extrusion, injection molding, and film casting
- Transparent, matte, or colored finishes
- Flame-retardant or antimicrobial modifications available
Why Choose Polyether TPU from Chemdo?
- Long-term stability in tropical and humid markets (Vietnam, Indonesia, India)
- Technical expertise in extrusion and molding processes
- Cost-effective alternative to imported hydrolysis-resistant elastomers
- Stable supply from leading Chinese TPU producers