Product Name: TPE Compound for Thermometer Housings
Material Type: Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
Processing Methods: Injection molding, overmolding
Hardness Range: Shore A 40–70 (customizable)
Color Options: Fully customizable; suitable for medical white, baby-safe colors, etc.
Surface Finish: Smooth, matte, or soft-touch texture
Product Overview:
This TPE compound is specifically formulated for use in thermometer housings, especially for digital and infrared medical thermometers. It combines soft-touch comfort, structural protection, and skin-safe properties, making it ideal for both handheld and forehead thermometers used by adults, children, and infants.
Key Features:
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Biocompatible & Non-Toxic: Free from phthalates, halogens, and heavy metals. Compliant with RoHS, REACH, and can meet FDA or ISO 10993 standards upon request.
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Comfortable Touch: Offers a soft, rubber-like feel for a user-friendly, non-slip grip, especially important for handheld devices.
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Impact Protection: Absorbs shocks and drops to help protect sensitive internal electronics from damage.
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Heat & Chemical Resistance: Maintains stability under typical use temperatures and resists sweat, cleaning agents, and disinfectants commonly used in healthcare settings.
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Dual-Material Compatibility: Ideal for overmolding onto ABS, PC, or PP substrates — allowing stylish, ergonomic designs.
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Easy to Process: Excellent flowability and demolding performance in injection molding; supports high-efficiency mass production.
Applications:
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Digital stick thermometers
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Infrared forehead and ear thermometers
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Wearable or patch-type medical temperature sensors
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Smart thermometer devices for home and clinical use
Whether you’re developing medical-grade devices or consumer-friendly thermometers, our TPE housing material ensures safety, durability, and a premium user experience.
