NLMD8285A
85 Shore ARadiopaque option availableNLMD8285A is a 85 Shore A TPU built on a aromatic polyether backbone.
Physical properties
| Property | Value | Test method |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 85 Shore A | ASTM D224 |
| Density | 1.14 g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
| Tensile strength | 35 MPa | ASTM D412 |
| Elongation at break | 650 % | ASTM D412 |
| Tear strength | 83 kN/m | ASTM D624 |
| Processing | Injection moulding · Extrusion | — |
Complete specifications are per the official TDS — request the current technical data sheet.
What sets it apart
The workhorse of the range: 85 Shore A, 35 MPa tensile and 650% elongation give a balance of stiffness and flexibility that suits most catheter shafts.
Typical applications
Medical devicesCatheters and balloonsWound care
Supplied as pellets in natural colour. Radiopaque (barium sulphate) and custom colour options are available.