BS based (Styrene-butadiene-styrene) based thermoplastic elastomers should be preferred for indoor products as they are designed for use in applications that do not require UV and high temperature resistance.


SBS based (Styrene-butadiene-styrene) based thermoplastic elastomers should be preferred for indoor products as they are designed for use in applications that do not require UV and high temperature resistance. They are products with temperature resistance up to -30 C and +65 C. SBS-based TPEs are preferred in indoor applications, especially in hand tools, household appliances and mechanical parts without UV interaction.
| Heat | Outdoor temperature resistance range (-40°C to +130°C) |
|---|---|
| Hardness | Ranges from 20 Shore A to 65 Shore D. |
| Density | Ranges from 0.89 to 1.20 g/cm³. |
| Recyclability | 100% recyclable. |
| Drying | Does not require pre-drying. |
| Coloring | Easy to color. |
| Resistance | Can provide high abrasion resistance thanks to special formulations. |
| Durability | Anti-brittleness formulations can be developed for engineering plastics such as PP, PS, HDPE, ABS, PC, and PA. |