𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

Thermoplastic elastomers provide superior sealing, UV resistance, and recyclability for automotive mirror gaskets, meeting demanding industry standards while enhancing vehicle durability.


Out of sight but never out of function — car mirror gaskets discreetly do the work most drivers never notice. These unobtrusive yet vital components seal the gaps between the mirror housing and the vehicle body, keeping out water, dust, and wind. #Mirrorgaskets serve a dual purpose: they reduce vibration and noise, keeping mirrors stable for clear visibility and safer driving, while also creating a more polished exterior finish.

#Thermoplasticelastomers (TPEs) suit sealing applications due to their soft, elastic properties, delivering reliable #sealingperformance, durability, and resistance to varying environmental conditions.


#KraiburgTPE offers its UV/AP series with excellent sealing performance, durability, design flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, as well as the added benefit of recyclability, making them suitable for demanding applications such as #automotiveseals, #gaskets, and trim.


Weather resiliency and PP bondability

The UV/AP series enhances mirror gaskets with UV and weathering resistance, enabling them to retain their structure, mechanical integrity, and appearance under harsh environmental conditions while ensuring dependable performance over the vehicle's service life. They also bond well to #polypropylene (PP), a common material for #mirrorhousings, allowing flexible gaskets to integrate easily with rigid parts through insert molding or overmolding. This ensures secure attachment and reliable sealing.


Material safety compliance

In addition, the UV/AP series meets key automotive standards and OEM requirements, including GM GMW17374, with a hardness range of 50–70 Shore A and a black color option. Its formulation allows in-process recycling, enabling production scraps to be reused efficiently, reducing waste and boosting manufacturing sustainability while maintaining consistent quality and durability in vehicles.


source : Plastics Today

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