Celanese®
Hytrel® TPC-ET HTR8908 BK320
Hytrel TPC-ET HTR8908 BK320 is a soft-hardness, halogen-free flame-retardant thermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPC-ET) with a nominal hardness of 28D (Shore D). This black grade delivers strong flammability performance, achieving V-2 at 1.6 mm and V-1 at 3.2 mm according to IEC 60695-11-10. The material offers excellent toughness, resilience and flexibility at low temperatures, along with very high impact resistance even down to -40°C. Hytrel TPC-ET HTR8908 BK320 provides outstanding resistance to creep, flex fatigue and tearing, and offers good resistance to oils, solvents and many industrial chemicals. It is heat-stabilized, light-stabilized and especially suitable for thin-wall wire & cable extrusion.
Key Features:
- Halogen-free flame-retardant formulation
- IEC 60695 performance: V-2 at 1.6 mm, V-1 at 3.2 mm
- Soft hardness (28D) with high flexibility
- Exceptional impact resistance down to -40°C
- Outstanding creep, tear and flex fatigue resistance
- Good resistance to oils, fuels, solvents and industrial fluids
- Black, heat-stabilized and light-stabilized grade
- Suitable for thin-wall wire & cable extrusion
- Plasticizer-free with long-term property retention
Processing Form:
- Injection Molding
- Extrusion
- Other Extrusion
- Calendering
- Casting
- Thermoforming
- Extrusion – Wire & Cable
Processing Notes:
Drying is recommended at 100°C for 2–3 hours to reach a processing moisture content ≤0.08%.
Hytrel TPC-ET HTR8908 BK320 has an optimal melt temperature of 215°C (range 200–230°C) and a molding temperature of 30–40°C.
For extrusion, dry at 70–90°C for 2–3 hours to achieve ≤0.06% moisture and process at a melt temperature of 200–235°C.
Hytrel is incompatible with acetal and PVC. Please refer to the molding and extrusion guidelines for detailed recommendations.
Applications:
Developed for applications such as parts for wire and cables.
Hardness:
30D
Delivery Form:
Pellets
Key Features of Hytrel TPC
Flexibility & Resilience
Unlike traditional rubber, Hytrel TPC can flex in multiple directions, cycle after cycle, long after rubber would break.
Durability
Hytrel TPC is an essential ingredient in applications that must endure a wide range of temperatures and tough conditions during years of service.
Enhanced Chemical Resistance
Exhibits excellent resistance to hydrocarbons and other fluids, making it suitable for demanding environments.
Sustainable Options
The Hytrel TPC ECO-B series utilizes a biomass balance approach, incorporating up to 72% renewable content without compromising material properties.
