TPE for Robot & Drag-Chain Cable | Flexible, Halogen-Free Cable Jacket
TPE for Robot & Drag-Chain Cable
SEBS-based TPE compounds engineered for medium-duty robot and drag-chain cables, where
flexibility, halogen-free formulation, abrasion resistance and stable low-temperature
performance are required. Ideal for automation equipment, small robots and moving instrument cables.
Flexible
Medium-Duty Bending
Abrasion Resistant
Halogen-Free
Medium-Duty Bending
Abrasion Resistant
Halogen-Free
Applications
TPE robot-cable compounds are suitable for:
- Light-duty robot cables — signal and control lines for small automation arms.
- Drag-chain cables — medium-cycle bending paths in automation equipment.
- Instrument & device cables with frequent movement and handling.
- Flexible sheathing where TPU performance is not required (cost-effective alternative).
Typical Grades
| Grade | Hardness | Key Performance | Processing | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TPE-S Robot 85A | 85A | Flexible, smooth surface, low friction | Extrusion | Light-duty robot cables |
| TPE-S Robot 40D | 40D | Higher abrasion resistance, stable bending performance | Extrusion | Drag-chain cables |
| TPE-S Robot 45D Tough | 45D | Improved cut resistance and mechanical strength | Extrusion | Industrial instrument cables |
Note: These grades support medium bending cycles. TPU is recommended for high-end (>1M cycles) robotic cables.
Key Advantages
- Soft and flexible for repeated bending paths.
- Medium-level fatigue and abrasion resistance.
- Halogen-free, low odor, good surface feel.
- Lower density and cost vs. TPU.
- Available in matte or smooth surface finishes.
Processing & Recommendations
- Melt temperature: 160–185 °C.
- Drying: 70–80 °C for 1–2 hours.
- Recommended for outer sheathing of moving cables.
- Optimize cooling to prevent ovality during high-speed extrusion.
- SEBS grades recommended for improved heat and aging stability.
Application Gallery
Robot Arm Cables
Flexible
Soft Surface
Drag-Chain Path Cables
Medium-Duty
Abrasion
Moving Instrument Cables
Smooth Feel
Durable
Target Markets
- Producers of automation and robotic cables.
- Factories making drag-chain and flexible control cables.
- Instrument and device cable manufacturers.
- Cable assemblers requiring medium-duty bending performance.
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