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December 12, 2001
Product Information	Tufprene
Tufprene™ 315
SBS: Styrenic thermoplastic elastomer
Essentials

Styrene/butadiene block copolymer with relatively low styrenic content and high adhesive strength. Enhancement of low-temperature performance in asphalt blends. It is supplied in pellet form.

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Applications
Adhesives and sealants component, for high adhesive strength. Asphalt blends, for reduced temperature sensitivity.
Adhesives for building and construction, Heavy-duty or high-drainage road paving

Basic characteristics of Tufprene™ 315
Property Test method Value
Specific gravity ASTM D 297 0.95
MFR, E (g/10 min)
190°C, 2.16 kg load
ASTM D 1238 3.5
MFR, G (g/10 min)
200°C, 5 kg load
15
Hardness, Type A JIS K 6253 62
Tensile strength (MPa) JIS K 6251 12
Elongation (%) 880
300% tensile stress (MPa) 2.5
Viscosity as 25% solution in toluene (mPa s) Asahi Kasei method 1,900
Styrene/butadiene (wt%) Asahi Kasei method 20/80
Product form Pellet

Test conditions
  • Test piece: Compression-molded sheet, 2-mm thick, #3 JIS dumbbell shape.
  • Roll kneading temp.: 120°C~130°C.
  • Compression molding: Preheating, 160°C 5 min; compression, 80 kg/cm2 160°C 5 min; cooling, 3 min.
  • Test measurements temp.: 23°C.

Please note that all data and values are given as typical results obtained with the indicated test methods for purposes of basic reference in grade selection only, and not as any product specification or warranty of any nature, and are subject to change without notice.

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