Arnitel® EM460 LG4

Injection Molding or Extrusion Grade

General Information

Arnitel® is a high-performance ThermoPlastic Copolyester (TPC) that offers you a unique combination of flexibility, high temperature resistance and strength - plus excellent processing characteristics.
In industries ranging from automotive to E&E, Arnitel® is increasingly being as a lighter, smarter, greener alternative to conventional rubbers – reducing environmental impact and ultimately, system costs.
The product is supported by an experienced and knowledgeable global team continuously working on new ideas and applications, as well as exploring new markets. By listening to your needs and understanding your process and products, we develop solutions that make a real difference.
Special features
Regulatory Affairs
Processing technology
Extrusion, Injection Molding

Rheological properties

Melt flow index MFI
24
g/10min
MFI test temperature
230
°C
MFI test load
2.16
kg

Mechanical properties

Yield strain
18
%
Stress at break
18
MPa
Flexural modulus
900
MPa
Izod notched impact strength (+23°C)
30
kJ/m²

Thermal properties

Melting temperature (10°C/min)
185
°C
Temp. of deflection under load (1.80 MPa)
110
°C

Other properties

Water absorption
0.55
%
Humidity absorption
0.25
%
Density
1290
kg/m³

Mechanical properties (TPE)

Tensile modulus
1000
MPa
Stress at break
32
MPa
Shore D Hardness (15s)
56
-

Applications

Chair Carriers

Industry
Consumer goods
Arnitel® TPC is a reliable solution for chair carriers due to its retention of flexibility even at temperatures down to -40°C (-40°F) or at elevated temperatures up to 100˚C (212°F). Akulon® PA6 is approved for chair bases and frames. Arnitel ECO is a bio-based alternative made from 50% renewable resources.}

Seat Suspension/Fabrics

Industry
Consumer goods
Arnitel® TPC is a reliable solution for seat suspension due to its retention of flexibility even at temperatures down to -40°C (-40°F) or at elevated temperatures up to 100˚C (212°F). Akulon® PA6 is approved for chair bases and frames. Arnitel ECO is a bio-based alternative made from 50% renewable resources.}