• Ether-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) with excellent hydrolysis resistanc
• Enhanced performance for a variety of applications
• Experimental grades available for sampling

BASF launches a new ether-based thermoplastic polyurethane: Elastollan® 1400. The new TPU series provides exceptional hydrolysis and microbe resistance and combines stable processing behavior with good compression set properties. The material delivers outstanding burst pressure performance and can be processed by extrusion and injection molding. The aging stability of Elastollan® 1400 ensures long-lasting performance – a versatile option for a wide range of applications.

Advanced material technology with excellent mechanical properties
Key advantages like hydrolysis resistance and excellent mechanical properties make Elastollan® 1400 an ideal choice for diverse industries such as transportation, industrial manufacturing, and footwear. Whether it is rail pads, cable sheathings, tubes and hoses, profiles, gearwheels, or shoe soles, the new grades provide reliability and long-lasting performance. For the footwear industry, superior wet slip resistance is a key benefit, ensuring enhanced safety and comfort.

The 1400 series offers unique dynamic properties originated from a discrete glass transition temperature (Tg) and an extended viscoelastic plateau. These features contribute to improved dimensional stability and a wide thermal application range.

Experimental grades ready for sampling                                         

After more than two years of research, experimental grades for specific applications and processing technologies are available for sampling. Customers and interested prospects are invited to explore these new grades further and experience the product's performance firsthand.

Improved sustainability by lower product carbon footprint

The Elastollan® 1400 series has been designed with sustainability in mind, offering a lower carbon footprint when compared to TPU grades with a comparable performance (e.g., for a hardness of shore 80 A it is possible to reduce the carbon footprint by up to 30%). This sustainability advantage appeals to manufacturers prioritizing environmental concerns and seeking ways to minimize their ecological footprint.

Elastollan® is a registered trademark of BASF.