TPE moulded parts according to drawing
As a specialist in customised TPE moulded parts, we can find the right material and production solution for your application thanks to our in-house toolmaking and high level of vertical integration.
- Customised production
- Batch sizes 1 to 1 million units.
- Express production from 2 weeks
- 100% Reliability & proactivity
Technical TPE moulded parts for the industry
TPE moulded parts combine the advantages of rubber with the easy processability of plastic. They are flexible, can be recycled several times, are therefore particularly sustainable and can be processed economically by injection moulding. Our customers use TPE moulded parts in technical applications in which Rubber-plastic connections or Rubber metal connections would be too hard and Molded Rubber are too heavy or too complex to manufacture. Molded Silicone are often the more expensive alternative in such cases and are usually chosen when the focus is on high temperature or special hygiene requirements.
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Available TPE materials
We manufacture TPE moulded parts from a wide range of TPE materials in order to find the optimum solution for your application:
Contact us for a non-binding material consultation. Together we will find the right material for your application and create an offer that exactly matches it.
Properties TPE moulded parts
Like plastic, TPE can be processed efficiently by injection moulding and at the same time offers the flexibility and elasticity of classic rubber materials. TPEs show their strengths in series production: short cycle times, low-burr and reproducible quality as well as cost-effectiveness in large quantities ensure high efficiency.
At a glance:
- High elasticity with thermoplastic processability
- Good elastic recovery and abrasion resistance
- Recyclable and more environmentally friendly than many classic elastomers
- Good adhesion to plastics such as PP, PA, PC, or ABS
- Low-burr processing in the injection moulding process
- Lower chemical and mechanical resistance and density compared to most rubbers
TPE moulded parts according to individual drawing
As a manufacturer of TPE moulded parts, we produce our components using in-house tools based on your drawings and tolerances. This enables the ISO 9001-certified production of flexible geometries with high precision and repeat accuracy.
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Set design
Based on your drawing, we check the geometry, requirements and operating conditions of the component. This allows us to define the right choice of material and the most economically viable production solution for your TPE moulded part.
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Injection Molding
The TPE is processed in granulate form, melted in the screw and then injected into the cooled injection mould. The cooling causes the component to harden quickly, which enables short cycle times and efficient series production.
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Tool design
We then start with the mould construction. The injection moulding tool is manufactured exactly according to your specific requirements so that individual geometries can also be implemented precisely.
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Post Processing
After injection moulding, the TPE moulded parts are automatically demoulded. As they are generally virtually burr-free and usually require no post-processing, production is particularly cost-effective - especially for large quantities.
TPE moulded parts according to drawing
As a manufacturer of TPE moulded parts, we produce our components using in-house tools based on your drawings and tolerances. This enables the ISO 9001-certified production of flexible geometries with high precision and repeat accuracy.
Customised TPE moulded parts: We think along with you to keep your series running
- Toolmaking is our core competency
- 100% in-house expertise
- Fast response times for tooling modifications
Do you have questions about TPE moulded parts?
We have answers!
What is TPE?
TPEs (thermoplastic elastomers, more rarely also thermoplastic rubber) are plastics that are similarly flexible and rubber-elastic to classic elastomers (EPDM, NBR, silicone). However, TPEs do not cross-link through heat, but - like plastics - become liquid when exposed to heat and solidify when cooled. TPE rubber can therefore be processed in the same way as plastic by injection moulding or extrusion with low burr.
What are the advantages of TPE moulded parts?
TPE moulded parts combine elasticity with simple thermoplastic processing. Like thermoplastics, they are recyclable and are processed by injection moulding. In contrast to rubber, TPEs do not require vulcanisation, which leads to shorter production cycles. Furthermore, there is often no need for costly post-processing such as tempering or deburring. Although the raw material costs for TPE compounds and the injection moulds are higher, the uncomplicated and efficient processing ensures high cost-effectiveness, especially for large quantities. TPEs are less suitable for small quantities, as the higher mould costs do not outweigh the benefits of more economical production. We will be happy to help you select the right rubber or TPE material for your application.
Which hardness ranges are achievable with TPE materials?
TPEs are available in a wide range of hardnesses, from very soft and flexible to hard and robust. At GUME, we generally process TPEs in a hardness range between 25 and 85 Shore A.
Are TPE moulded parts recyclable?
Yes, TPEs are thermoplastic and can be melted down and then reprocessed. Even after several recycling cycles, TPE retains its material properties as long as it is not contaminated in the process. TPE moulded parts are therefore more environmentally friendly than other elastomer moulded parts, which can only be thermally recycled.
Which TPE material properties are possible?
TPE moulded parts can be produced from very soft with 25 Shore A to hard with 85 Shore A. The TPE material also manages without carbon black fillers, is easy to colour and is available in transparent versions. Depending on the TPE material, temperature ranges from -40 to 130 °C are possible and resistance to water, ageing, weathering, oil and lubricants can be adjusted. TPE moulded parts manufacturers can select specific materials to meet FDA requirements for medical and food technology as well as UL94 fire protection approval. Tell us about your application - we will be happy to advise you on material certificates and suggest a suitable material for your application.
