HydroThane™ AL 93A (Non-Hydrated)

HydroThane is a hydrophilic thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer, ranging in water absorption rates from 5% to 25%. This unique extrudable hydrophilic product line was designed to provide maximum physical proper- ties for use in extruded or injection molded components, while allowing for consistent single-step surface lubricity characteristics and a low coefficient of friction.

Available in aliphatic and aromatic versions, these elastomers have the ability to rapidly absorb water while maintaining high tensile strength and high elongation, resulting in a permanently lubricious polymer. 

HydroThane can be processed using conventional extrusion or injection molding equipment. 

Being hydrophilic even when dehydrated, they should be sealed and stored in a cool, dry place and are available in hardnesses of 80 Shore A and 93 Shore A.