Performance Polymers Group Hydrophilic Thermoplastic Elastomers HydroThane

HydroThane is a hydrophilic thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer, ranging in water absorption rates from 5% to 25%. This unique extrudable hydrophilic product line was designed to provide maximum physical properties for use in extruded or injection molded components, while allowing for consistent single-step surface lubricity characteristics and a low coefficient of friction. Available in aliphatic and aromatic versions, these elastomers have the ability to rapidly absorb water while maintaining high tensile strength and high elongation, resulting in a permanently lubricious polymer. HydroThane can be processed using conventional extrusion or injection molding equipment. Being hydrophilic even when dehydrated, they should be sealed and stored in a cool, dry place and are available in hardnesses of 80 Shore A and 93 Shore A.