EPAMOULD 164 A 56

EPAMOULD 164 A 56 is a plasticized, polyester based thermoplastic polyurethane based, with good flexibility, excellent bond strength, good physical properties, improved hydrolysis resistance, resistance to oils and greases, perfect adhesion with most PU systems and very short cycle times
We recommend using EPAMOULD 164 A 56 for injection molding processes, such as production of technical parts and footwear components. .

Property	Norm	Value	Unit
Density	ASTM D 792	1.20	g/cm³
Hardness (5 sec.)	ASTM D 2240	71	Shore A
Tensile stress at 50% elongation	ASTM D 412	2.7	psi psi
Tensile stress at 100% elongation	ASTM D 412	3.5	psi psi
Tensile stress at 300% elongation	ASTM D 412	6.8	psi psi
Tensile strength	ASTM D 412	17	psi psi
Elongation @ break	ASTM D 412	650	% %
Tear strength	ASTM D 624	50	pli pli
Abrasion	ISO 4649	75	mm³

Values shown are based on testing of laboratory test specimens, conditioned at 70°C for 14 hours, and represent data that fall within the standard range of properties for the natural material. They are not intended for use in establishing maxiumum, minimum or range of values for specification purpose.

Material preparation

EPAMOULD 164 A 56 is hygroscopic and therefore has to be dried before use. The recommended drying conditions are 2-3 hours at 160 - 180°F in a desiccant dryer.