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Tecothane
Tecothane is an aromatic polyurethane with good chemical resistance. It is available in colors.
What is Tecothane?
Tecothane® is an aromatic polyurethane with good chemical resistance. It is available in colors.
Tecothane is one of the six medical polyurethanes we extrude regularly. You can compare it with the other grades on our polyurethane tubing page, or send us your print and we will tell you whether Tecothane is the right fit for the tube you need.
Tecothane questions, answered
What is the melting point of Tecothane?
Typical melting points for Tecothane grades on our datasheet are 420°F (215.5°C) to 430°F (221°C).
What is the tensile strength of Tecothane?
Tensile strength at break for Tecothane runs 7,000 psi (48.3 MPa) to 9,600 psi (66.2 MPa), with elongation at break of 150% to 450%.
What is the density of Tecothane?
Tecothane has a specific gravity of 0.0405 lb./in.3 (1.12 g/cc) to 0.0430 lb./in.3 (1.19 g/cc), which corresponds to a density of about 1.12 to 1.19 g/cm³.
How hard is Tecothane?
On our datasheet, Tecothane grades measure Shore A 85 to 94 and Shore D 54 to 75.
How can Tecothane tubing be sterilized?
Depending on grade, Tecothane is compatible with ethylene oxide (EtO) and gamma radiation. Confirm the method for your specific grade with the resin supplier.
Does Microspec extrude Tecothane tubing?
Yes. We extrude Tecothane into custom medical tubing, including multi-lumen, bump and co-extruded designs. Send us your print or call 603.924.4300 for a quote.
Tecothane properties
| Property | Measure low | Measure high |
|---|---|---|
| Specific gravity | 0.0405 lb./in.3 (1.12 g/cc) | 0.0430 lb./in.3 (1.19 g/cc) |
| Melting point | 420°F (215.5°C) | 430°F (221°C) |
| Glass transition temperature | Not applicable | |
| Tensile strength at break | 7,000 psi (48.3 MPa) | 9,600 psi (66.2 MPa) |
| Elongation at break | 150% | 450% |
| Hardness durometer (Shore A) | 85 | 94 |
| Hardness durometer (Shore D) | 54 | 75 |
| Water absorption @ 24 hours | Not available | |
This material datasheet is presented for reference only. Characteristics and performance may vary for a specific application and environment. Confirm material selection and suitability against your own requirements and the resin supplier's documentation.
Sterilization
- Ethylene oxide (EtO) Gamma radiation
Other polyurethane tubing we extrude.
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Polycarbonate-based aliphatic and aromatic polyurethane
Estane
Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU)
Pellethane
Thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer
Tecoflex
Aliphatic polyether polyurethane
Texin
Aromatic polyether-based TPU
Extruding Tecothane for your device?
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