With over five decades in the specialty chemicals industry, TSE Industries leads the way as a premier manufacturer and supplier of high-quality elastomers. Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies help us engineer custom elastomer formulations, each one crafted to meet the unique needs of our clients.
What Are Elastomers?
Elastomers are polymers that exhibit both viscosity and elasticity, a property known as viscoelasticity. These materials can stretch significantly and return to their original shape. The molecules of elastomers are held together by weak intermolecular forces, giving them a low Young’s modulus and high failure strain. As a result, this unique combination of properties makes elastomers indispensable in various applications.
Key Properties
- Temperature Resistance: The working temperature range of elastomers depends on factors like media compatibility, seal design, and dynamic or static operation.
- Low-Temperature Flexibility: Elastomers stay flexible even at low temperatures. This property is evaluated using low-temperature retraction methods.
- Hardness: This measures the material’s resistance to deformation over time. Softer compounds deform easily and have high friction, while harder compounds offer greater resistance and low friction.
- Ageing: Understanding how elastomers respond to heat exposure is crucial. Over time, prolonged heat can cause hardening, cracking, and splitting if the material’s ageing resistance is exceeded.
- Color: Custom colors help differentiate between various compound grades and specific uses.
- Elongation at Break: This property determines the point of rupture when the material experiences tensile stress, indicating its strength and flexibility.
At TSE Industries, we drive innovation in elastomer compounding and custom formulation, ensuring our products exceed industry standards. Our expertise spans applications ranging from automotive seals and medical devices to industrial components. Millathane millable polyurethane stands out as the go-to polymer for high-performance applications requiring superior abrasion resistance, mechanical strength, and oil and ozone resistance.
Furthermore, our expert engineers and chemists deliver technical support and guidance at every stage of product development. By working closely with our clients, we ensure our elastomers enhance product performance and reliability. Whether your project demands elastomers with exceptional tensile strength for robust applications or flexibility for intricate designs, TSE Industries delivers.
For more information on our solutions, call us at 727-540-1254 or contact our team of experts. Let TSE Industries be your trusted partner in achieving excellence.
