Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) belongs to the linear elastomer family, known for its ability to combine elasticity, resilience, and easy processability. As a thermoplastic, it can be repeatedly softened and reshaped through heat without losing its mechanical properties, which makes it a reliable material in advanced manufacturing.
Chemically, this material is a thermoplastic elastomer based on urethane bonds, offering an exceptional balance between flexibility, strength, and chemical resistance. Due to this structure, it is technically referred to as TPE-U (Thermoplastic Elastomer–Urethane), though it is more widely recognized by its acronym TPU.
Its unique molecular architecture, composed of alternating soft and hard segments, provides the perfect combination of rubber-like elasticity and engineering-grade durability. This versatility allows Thermoplastic Polyurethane to be used in the production of components that demand wear resistance, flexibility, and precision, ensuring long-term performance in industrial applications.
In SUMIPARTS SAS we can process it by forming methods. We have the ability to develop different types of parts with high production volume and high quality standards. Within these processes we can find the following:
INJECTION MOLDING: We offer extensive experience in PLASTIC INJECTION process. We have the best work team to design and manufacture the molds. We have at your disposal state-of-the-art plastic injection machines with the possibility of developing different plastic products at a high production volume.
PLASTIC EXTRUSION: since TPU has the benefit of having a low melting point, we offer the ability to make applications such as “hotmelts”, and thus perform the extrusion of foils and sheets, with the possibility of obtaining geometries required by customers.
TPU is characterized by its high resistance to abrasion, oxygen, ozone and low temperatures. This combination of properties turns TPU into an engineering plastic, for this reason they are used in special applications
Benefits of TPU Injection
Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) stands out for its unique combination of mechanical strength, elasticity, and resistance, making it one of the most reliable materials for advanced engineering applications.
Among its main benefits, TPU offers high resistance to wear and abrasion, ensuring long service life even under constant friction or mechanical stress. Its excellent tensile and tear strength provides structural stability, while its great damping capacity allows it to absorb vibrations and impacts effectively.
Another key property of TPU is its flexibility at low temperatures, which enables components to maintain performance in extreme environmental conditions. The material also demonstrates high resistance to fats, oils, oxygen, and ozone, maintaining its physical integrity in chemically aggressive or outdoor environments. In addition, TPU is a tenacious material with excellent elastic recovery, meaning it can deform and return to its original shape without losing strength or functionality. Its light fastness ensures that color and appearance remain stable even after prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Because of these qualities, TPU is considered an engineering plastic and is widely applied across the automotive, industrial, and construction sectors. Its versatility allows it to be used in a wide range of products such as cable and hose coatings, tubing, machinery profiles, and automotive components. It is also used in elastic textile fibers, 3D printing filaments, sports and protective gear, shoe soles, and mobile device cases.
SUMIPARTS SAS has an experienced team of staff, who with their knowledge and skills can provide an excellent service and final product tailored to the needs.
If you want to know more about developments in TPU, in SUMIPARTS SAS we will be very willing to collaborate.
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