Technical details

TPS is a styrene-based thermoplastic elastomer.
It is the most commonly used TPE material.
TPS has good mechanical properties and chemical resistance and can be used in the foodstuff sector.

Typical applications:

- Soft-touch grips
- Bottle seals

Technical details

TPU is the thermoplastic version of polyurethane (PUR).
Thanks to its good mechanical properties and excellent wear resistance, the material is often used in the automotive industry.
Compared to TPS, its chemical resistance is restricted to some extent.

Typical applications:

- Static and dynamic seals
- Vehicle trims
- Cable sheaths