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.
There are “n” number of uses when it comes to thermoplastic elastomers in the healthcare sector. They are the material of choice for healthcare tubing and have to be compliant with medical device regulatory standards. The thermoplastics TPEs and TPVs have the apt properties for fluid management, drainage, anesthesiology, respiratory equipment, IVs, catheters, and other biopharmaceutical laboratory equipment.