Unlocking Better Performance and Cost Savings
For more than 40 years, Santoprene® TPV has reshaped what manufacturers expect from flexible materials. As a durable, versatile thermoplastic elastomer, Santoprene® TPV supports a wide range of applications across the automotive, industrial, consumer, and electrical markets. One of the most significant growth areas for TPVs during this time has been replacing traditional EPDM thermoset rubber by offering manufacturers meaningful improvements in performance, process efficiency, and sustainability.
Unlike EPDM, which must be cured and cannot be reprocessed, Santoprene® TPV’s thermoplastic nature enables faster manufacturing cycles, easier fabrication, and recyclability. This delivers clear benefits for manufacturers seeking better durability, lower costs, and easier processing, all while maintaining the flexibility and resilience of EPDM.
Advantages of Santoprene® TPV vs. EPDM Rubber
- Up to 45% cost reduction on finished parts
- Up to 50% weight reduction through part consolidation and TPVs 20-30% lower density vs. EPDM
- Up to 28% CO2 reduction
- Able to be recycled/reprocessed
- Up to 70% less space and 50% reduction in energy costs to process through elimination of vulcanization process
- Improved long-term UV and weathering performance
- Improved compression set and sealing performance
Ready for What's Next?
Channel Prime Alliance brings years of engineering expertise and a deep understanding of TPV applications to support every step of your material transition. We offer a broad portfolio of stocked Santoprene® grades, supported by hands‑on technical guidance. Our team helps customers evaluate, test, and qualify the right TPV solutions for their needs. We also support smooth commercialization, ensuring a confident transition from EPDM rubber to more efficient, future‑ready materials.
