ESTANE 58887 TPU Technical Data Sheet Type: Estane? 58887 is an 87A aromatic Polyether-Based Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU). Features: Excellent hydrolysis resistance, low temperature performance, clarity and wide processing window for extrusion. Uses: Blown and flat die/t film extrusion, Injection and blow molding; cable jacketing and profile extrusion. Physical Properties Value (Metric) Unit Test Method Hardness (5 sec) 87 +/- 3 Shore A ASTM D-2240 Specific Grity 1.12 ASTM D-792 Tensile Strength 7500 (51.7) psi (MPa) ASTM D-412 Ultimate Elongation 500 % “ Tensile Stress at: - Elongation 1000 (6.9) psi (MPa) ASTM D-412 - 300% Elongation 1800 (12.4) psi (MPa) “ Tear Strength: - Gres 500 (8.9) lb/in (kg/mm) ASTM D-624 (die C) - Trouser 150 (2.7) lb/in (kg/mm) ASTM D-470 Taber Loss (1000 rev) 0.00141 (40) oz (mg) ASTM D-3389 (H18, 1000g) Tm (by DSC) 284 (140) °F (°C) Lubrizol Advanced Materials Tg (by DSC) -49 (-45) °F (°C) Lubrizol Advanced Materials ? Prior to testing samples were conditioned at 23°C for 48 hours. ? Based on extruded sheet (30 mils). ? Listed values are “typical (erage) values” and should/cannot be applied for specification pures. Supply Form and Standard Packaging ? Estane? 58887 TPU is supplied in pellet form and packaged in 50 lb bags or 1000 lb boxes. Material Preparation ? Prior to processing, Estane? 58887 TPU must be dried at 220°F (104°C) for 2-4 hours. ? It is recommended to dry the material in a desiccant type dryer. Target dew point should be -40°C