TPE 5575R is a flexible natural, olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) intended for wire and cable insulation and jacketing applications where high temperature performance and excellent flame resistance are required. TPE 5575R complies with "Restriction of Hazardous Substances" Directive, Citation 2002-95-EC, commonly known as RoHS without exemption. TPE 5575R exhibits excellent wet and dry electrical properties and superior chemical resistance. It also provides good resistance to abrasion, impact and crush. TPE 5575R also exhibits superior low temperature properties as demonstrated by it passing cold bend and impact testing at -65°C.

TPE 5575R contains a halogen-based, flame retardant additive package designed to reduce normal PE flame spread characteristics and achieve a VW-1 flame resistant rating on 14 AWG wires and larger. It also offers good extrusion processing characteristics on either conventional polyethylene or PVC extrusion lines. In addition, TPE 5575R contains a UV stabilization additive package that provides effective long-term UV weather resistance.

TPE 5575R is readily pigmented to a variety of colors using standard wire and cable color concentrates designed for thermoplastic or crosslinked polyolefins.

Application
TPE 5575R is intended for 125°C UL rated appliance wire and other flame retardant insulation or jacketing constructions. Specifically, this product is rated a V-0 by UL Standard 94 at a minimum thickness of 0.062 inches. TPE 5575R is capable of achieving a VW-1 flame resistance on 12 AWG or larger conductors as per UL Standard 1581.