XL-TPE (irradiated cross-linked polyolefin elastomer) is a thermoplastic elastomer modified through cross-linking; it combines the softness and elasticity of TPE with the high-temperature and chemical resistance characteristic of cross-linked materials. This material holds potential value in the wire and cable industry, making it particularly suitable for applications with stringent requirements regarding mechanical properties and temperature resistance.
Application Areas
Charging Pile Cables, High-voltage and low-voltage cables in new energy vehicles.
| Brand number | PFEBS82138 | Category | XLTPE |
| Temperature rating | 125℃ | Color | Full color range |
| Crosslinking method | Irradiation cross linking | ||
| Appearance | Pellets | Processing Method | Extrusion |
| Product Features | Halogen-free, low smoke emission, long-term aging resistance, easy processability, wear resistance, and compliance with ROHS and REACH requirements. | ||
| Application Scope | Sheath material. | ||
| Technical characteristics | ||||
| Physical Properties | ||||
| Property | Requirement | Typical value | Unit | Test method |
| Density | 1.06±0.05 | 1.06 | g/cm3 | GB/T 1033 |
| Hardness at 15" | 82±3 | 82 | Shore A | GB/T 2411 |
| Tensile strength before aging | ≥ 10 | 12.3 | Mpa | GB/T 1040 |
| Elongation at break before aging | ≥300 | 439 | % | GB/T 1040 |
| Tear Strength | ≥20 | 22.5 | N/mm | CQC1103-2015 Appendix A |
| Thermal elongation,0.2MPa×200℃×15min | ||||
| Elongation under load | ≤ 100 | 60 | % | GB/T 2951 |
| Permanent deformation | ≤ 15 | 10 | % | GB/T 2951 |
| Aging performance158℃×168h | ||||
| Change rate of tensile strength | ≤±25 | 7 | % | GB/T2951.12 |
| Change rate of elongation at break | ≤±25 | -17 | % | GB/T2951.12 |
| Impact brittlement temperature(-40ºC) | ≤ 15/30 | 0/30 | PCS | GB/T 5470 |
| Volume Resistivity20℃ (Alternating Polarity Method) | ≥ 1* 10^14 | 3.2* 10^15 | Ω .cm | GB/T 1410 |
| Irradiation dose | 16-20 | Mrad | / | |
| Flame Retardant Properties | ||||
| Property | Requirement | Typical value | Unit | Test method |
| Flame Rating | V0 | V0 | / | UL94 |
| Chemical Resistance | ||||
| Gasoline resistance (ISO1817C, 23℃, 20h) | ||||
| Property | Requirement | Unit | Test method | |
| Rate of change of outer diameter | ≤ 15 | % | ISO14572 | |
| Diesel resistance (90%ISO1817 3# oil + 10% paraxylene, 23℃ 20h) | ||||
| Property | Requirement | Unit | Test method | |
| Rate of change of outer diameter | ≤ 15 | % | ISO14572 | |
| Engine oil resistance (ISO1817 2# oil, 50℃, 20h) | ||||
| Property | Requirement | Unit | Test method | |
| Rate of change of outer diameter | ≤ 15 | % | ISO14572 | |
XL-TPE, or cross-linked Thermoplastic Elastomer, is a cross-linked modified TPE that combines the softness and elasticity of TPE with the high temperature and chemical resistance of cross-linked materials. This material has potential application value in the wire and cable industry, especially in applications that require materials with excellent mechanical properties and temperature resistance.
XL-TPE Material Characteristics May Include
Improved Heat Resistance: Cross-linked TPE materials generally have higher heat resistance than ordinary TPE and can withstand higher operating temperatures.
Enhanced mechanical properties: The cross-linked structure can improve the tensile strength and abrasion resistance of the material, making it more durable in applications such as cable sheathing.
Improved chemical resistance: Cross-linked TPE materials may have better resistance to chemicals and are suitable for cables in special chemical environments.
Better resistance to environmental stress cracking: The cross-linked structure helps improve the material's ability to resist environmental stress cracking, which is very important for the long-term stability of cables.
In the wire and cable industry, XLTPE materials can be used to manufacture various types of cables, including but not limited to communication cables, power transmission cables, and special cables for specific environments. Due to its excellent comprehensive properties, XLTPE material helps to improve the service life and reliability of cables.