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Timber Window Door Weather Seal

Product Features

● Reduce noise, dust and air movement

● High physical property/cost rate

● Long service life

● Excellent deflection recovery and repetition wear out

● Wide temperature range

● No migration or discoloration

● UV and ozone stable

● Available in colored

● Wood window door seal gasket most used on construction, it is designed and manufactured by material PVC, TPE, TPV or silicone. Different material with different physical and mechanical performance.


Advantages and Disadvantages of TPE Material

TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) is a material that combines the properties of both rubber and plastic. It offers a range of benefits but also has some limitations. 

Advantages:

Elasticity and Flexibility: TPE provides excellent elasticity and flexibility, maintaining stable physical properties across a broad temperature range. This makes it ideal for applications where high elasticity and comfort are required.

Ease of Processing: TPE can be molded and shaped like plastic, which allows for cost-effective and flexible manufacturing processes. Common methods include injection molding and extrusion.

Chemical Resistance: TPE exhibits good resistance to various chemicals, including many solvents and oils, making it suitable for environments where chemical exposure is common.

Odorless and Non-toxic: TPE is generally odorless and non-toxic, which makes it suitable for applications in medical, food, and beverage industries where safety and hygiene are critical.

Low Friction Coefficient: With a low friction coefficient, TPE helps reduce wear and is well-suited for use as seals or gaskets.


Disadvantages:

Limited High-Temperature Performance: While TPE performs well over a wide temperature range, its effectiveness can decrease in high-temperature environments compared to some traditional rubber materials. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can lead to aging and performance degradation.

Poor Oil Resistance: TPE generally has lower resistance to oil and certain solvents compared to some rubber materials, which can limit its use in oil-intensive applications.

Higher Cost: The cost of producing TPE is typically higher than that of some conventional plastics and rubbers, which may affect its suitability for cost-sensitive applications.

Hardness Limitations: Although TPE's hardness can be adjusted, it may not meet the requirements for applications demanding extremely high hardness.

Aging Issues: TPE can experience aging when exposed to prolonged ultraviolet light and environmental conditions, potentially impacting its performance and appearance.

Lower Tear Resistance: TPE usually has lower tear resistance compared to specialized rubber materials, which may limit its use in applications requiring high tear strength.


Potential Application

Wood window door seal

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