MATERIAL DATA SHEET

SPU
Thermoplastic polyurethane-elastomer (TPU)
Optimised tribological characteristics (friction and wear)

PROPERTIES*
Colour
Density

Unit

Value

Test method

g/cm3

antracithe
1,24

DIN 53479

C
C
C

110
-20

MPa
%
MPa

50
380
17

DIN 53504
DIN 53504
DIN 53504

%
%
%
N/mm

DIN 53517
DIN 53515

mm3
-

25
30
120
17
951

Wcm

>1010

IEC 60093

Thermal Properties
Glass transition temperature (1)
Max. Service temperature
Min. service temperature

Mechanical Properties
Tensile test (2)
-Tensile strength (3)
-Elongation at break (3)
-100% modulus (3)
Compression set (4)
-after 24h at 70C/ 20% deformation
-after 24h at 100C/ 20% deformation
-after 70h at 70C/ 20% deformation
Tear strength
Rebound resilience
Abrasion
Durometer hardness Shore A (5)

Electrical properties
-Volume resistivity

DIN 53516
DIN 53505

The mentioned data are only valid for test pieces of the corresponding ISO, DIN and ASTM standards and cannot be
directly related to gaskets and joints. The values, which are marked with the symbols greater than (>) and smaller than (<)
are nominal test values and must be fulfilled of each batch. All values, which are not marked, are typical values which are
only tested on selected samples.
* All tests performed at 23C, except when other temperatures are listed.
(1)

Values for this property are derived from DMA-analysis and are defined as the maximum of the loss modulus curves.

(2)

Test specimens: Type S2

(3)

Test speed: 200mm/min

(4) Tests were done on discs 13x6,3mm. Compression rating 20%. Test specimens are stored at elevated temperature
in an air circulating oven for defined periods. Compression set represents the percent of deflection that did not return.
(5)

6,3mm thick test specimens.

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SPU
SPU is a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer (TPU).The material is optimised in regard of the
tribological characteristics (friction and wear), achieved by an addition of a synergetic combination
of solid lubricants.
The effect of this modification is a significantly improved sliding property compared to other
sealing materials from the group of polyurethanes and elastomers. The better sliding properties
directly resulting in a higher wear resistance at dry running conditions.
Because of its high chemical resistance and its low coefficient of friction, SPU is best suited in
tribological systems with lack of lubrication, as for example in clear water hydraulics, in waterbased, fire resistant hydraulic fluids of the category HFA and HFB and in oil-free pneumatics.
Because of the incorporation of the solid lubricants SPU has a grey-black colouring.

Characteristics:
Compared to HPU, SPU has superiour sliding properties. Sliding friction coefficient tested against
a polished steel ball shows the superior sliding properties of SPU, which has a friction coefficient
range of 0,30-0,45 against steel (without lubrications). The same test with HPU indicates a friction
coefficient of 0,75 to 0,90 allowing the conclusion that friction can be reduced by SPU up to an
extend of 50%

Resistance:
Hydraulic fluids basing on mineral oil.
Biologically degradable hydraulic
fluids.
Fire-resistant pressure fluids HFA and
HFB.
Mineral oils and grease (certain
additives can have destructive effects.)
Silicone oils and grease.
Aliphatic hydrocarbons (for example
propane, butane)

Good resistance:

Hot water and sea water up to +90C

Diluted acids and bases
Fire-resistant fluids of type HFC (waterglycol mixture)
Some additives for power water (e.g.
fungicides) can have destructive effects.

Medium resistance:

Alcohols
Fuels free of alcohol (except premium
blend petrol and unleaded fuels)

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SPU
Aromatic hydrocarbons
Chlorinated hydrocarbons
Ketones, glycols
Brake fluids basing on glycols
Hot steam exceeding 100C, alkalis,
amines
Concentrated acids and bases

Little to no resistance

Application:
SPU is mainly used where high demands are made to the tribological characters of the sealing
material. The mechanical properties and the chemical resistance correspond to that of HPU.
SPU is especially suited for
Pneumatic applications
Particular operating conditions as dry running conditions, high sliding speeds, high pressure
applications and standstill under pressure.
Special demands to friction limitation, head production, slip-stick-conditions, starting behavior
and control movements.
Working fluids with badly lubricating properties, as water, water based fluids, gases and fluids
with degreasing properties.

SPU, 23.05.08

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1618 FREDRIKSTAD

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