Drain hoses play an essential function for furnaces in homes; however, not all materials are designed to remove liquid condensate from these furnaces. The past was when OEMs preferred nitrile or neoprene because of their flame- and oil resistance properties. However, another material swiftly became the preferred choice for draining hoses was EPDM rubber.
Santoprene™ Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) and ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber offer insulation and sealing for outdoor use. They can be made into custom-designed shapes or made from extrusions or sheets from sponges or solid materials.
Have you ever wondered why building construction includes glazing seals? The construction engineer concentrates on the critical role of material. The glazing gasket is an important material, especially for window profiles. From the aesthetic appeal to the genuine requirement, glazing gaskets are essential to secure the windows.
Choosing between the Neoprene and Santoprene TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanizate) is a tough call to make since both of these are synthetic rubbers widely used in industrial applications. Below comparison of various parameters of both of these Santoprene TPV and Neoprene.
Medical tubing manufacturer, SantopSeal explains the current trends driving the growth of Santoprene TPV & TPE as the material used to make medical tubing.
Various medical TPE thermoplastic rubber and Santoprene tubing can be found in a wide variety of medical devices, from breathing equipment to different equipment used in the laboratory for testing. It is vital to meet the various strict regulations of the medical industry for safety.