GARAFLEX
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TPE compounds designed for rugged wire and cable applications
GARAFLEX thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds are engineered for cables that face the most demanding environments -- exceptional flexibility, durability and a professional rubber-like aesthetic
GARAFLEX is a registered trademark
Flexible TPE compounds designed for rugged wire & cable applications
GARAFLEX thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds are engineered for cables that face the most demanding environments. Featuring grades with exceptional flexibility, durability and a rubber-like aesthetic, they deliver reliable performance in rugged applications and outdoor environments.
From oil fields to wind turbines, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to industrial automation systems, GARAFLEX TPE compounds provide the robust protection cables need for continuous use in power and data transmission in challenging conditions.
Built for Extreme Environments
GARAFLEX TPE compounds excel in indoor and outdoor applications where cables face harsh conditions:
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Indoor: GARAFLEX TPE compounds can withstand extreme temperature fluctuations, industrial fluids and constant flexing in moving systems like C-track assemblies, robotic equipment and industrial automation systems.
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Outdoor: These compounds offer exceptional performance across extreme temperature ranges (-50° to 105°C), with outstanding weather, UV and ozone resistance. Specialized grades offer mud resistance for drilling applications and oil field environments.
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Other technical advantages include:
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Exceptional flame-retardant properties while maintaining high tensile strength, with UL 1581, UL 1685 and FT-4 compliant grades available.
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Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) values up to 39%.
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Excellent low temperature performance, with brittle points as low as -100°C.
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Oil resistance, including grades with Oil Resistance I and II.
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Heat deformation resistance and ability to maintain properties under thermal stress.
Processing Advantages
GARAFLEX TPE compounds offer the benefits of thermoplastics — including the ability to displace thermoset materials while providing recyclability advantages. Manufacturers can process them using conventional PVC equipment, delivering improved processing speeds compared to thermoset alternatives while being more cost-effective than traditional thermoset materials.
Professional Appearance
GARAFLEX TPE compounds feature a rubber-like aesthetic with customizable matte to glossy finish options. Dull and matte options reduce unwanted light reflection and are ideal for applications where appearance matters — such as stage lighting and audio cables.
Quality and Recognition
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Various grades QMTT2 recognized under Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
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Grades specifically recognized for wet location applications.
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UL-recognized grades for 720-hour sunlight resistance.
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REACH, RoHS and Prop 65 compliant grades available.
Key Applications
Industrial and Manufacturing
Automation | Cables for automated systems requiring constant flexing. |
C-track Systems | Cables for continuous track applications with constant flexing. |
Industrial Ethernet | Cables for demanding manufacturing environments. |
Robotics | Flexible cables for continuous motion applications. |
Scissor Lifts | Coil cords for mobile equipment. |
Energy and Power
Heat-Trace Cables | Superior electrical performance for heating applications. |
Sump Pumps | Wet-rated insulation for submersible applications. |
Wind Turbines | Specialized formulations for renewable energy applications. |
Oil and Gas
Drilling Equipment | Cables that withstand harsh drilling fluids and conditions. |
Oil Fields | Mud-resistant compounds for demanding applications. |
Transportation and Automotive
Automotive | SAE-compliant materials for vehicle wiring. |
EV Applications | Specialized compounds for EV (electric vehicle) charging cables. |
Flexible Cords | SEO and SJEO applications. |
Product Families
Choose from the following GARAFLEX families. Our diverse polymer systems ensure we have the right solution to meet your specific application requirements:
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GARAFLEX E: Thermoplastic Vinyl Elastomer
This family offers excellent mechanical strength with high flame retardancy and is designed for demanding applications requiring oil and UV resistance. GARAFLEX E compounds provide superior durability in outdoor environments while maintaining excellent flexibility.
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Applications: flexible cords, booster cables, tray cables, welding cables, audio cables, EV charging, agriculture AI, industrial ethernet, energy storage and wind turbines.
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GARAFLEX V: Thermoplastic Elastomer Vulcanizate
These compounds deliver outstanding low-temperature performance and excellent mechanical properties. They are well-suited for applications requiring consistent performance across extreme temperatures.
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Applications: flexible cords, welding cables, pump cables, SEO insulation and SAE/automotive applications.
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GARAFLEX O: Thermoplastic Elastomer Olefin
This family provides superior electrical performance and is the preferred choice for applications requiring excellent insulation properties. These compounds are effective in wet locations and heat-tracing systems.
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Applications: Flat ribbon cables, flexible cords, appliance wires, heat-tracing cables and sump pump applications.
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GARAFLEX G: Styrenic-Based Elastomer
These compounds offer exceptional low-temperature flexibility with excellent mechanical strength. GARAFLEX G provides reliable performance in applications requiring constant flexing and movement.
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Applications: flexible sheathing, flexible cords, SEO and SJEO, appliance wires and coil cords for scissor lifts.
Find the perfect GARAFLEX compound for your application
We invite you to explore our TPE compound series GARAFLEX. Browse off-the-shelf materials to understand our capabilities, ask our experts to help choose a material based on your required criteria, and contact us for data sheets (TDS, SDS), technical questions and product recommendations. We're here to help.
This chart represents an overview only. Many grades are not listed here. Please contact us if you need a material or features not listed.
Material Name | Features and Typical Uses | Temp Rating | Hardness | LOI% | Brittle Point (C) |
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GARAFLEX E 4172-A1 | 60 | 70A | -38 | ||
GARAFLEX E 4367-A2 | Jacket - Audio cable, matte finish | 69A | 28 | -33 | |
GARAFLEX E 4762-A1 | Jacket - Booster cable | 105 | 65A | 24 | -51 |
GARAFLEX E 4766-A6 | Jacket - Flexible cord, sunlight resistant | 105 | 68A | 25 | -48 |
GARAFLEX E 4771-A1 | Jacket - Matte finish, oil and UV resistant | 105 | 70A | -53 | |
GARAFLEX E 4771-A8 OR1 UV | Jacket - Wind turbine, oil and UV resistant | 105 | 70A | 32 | -44 |
GARAFLEX E 4776-A9 UV | Jacket - Sunlight resistant | 105 | 78A | 39 | -20 |
GARAFLEX E 4777-A6 | Jacket - Flexible cord, low gloss | 105 | 79A | 25 | -46 |
GARAFLEX E 4780-A5 UV | Ins & Jkt - UV resistant | 105 | 76A | 22 | -37 |
GARAFLEX E 4832 UV | Jacket - Wind turbine, oil and UV resistant | 105 | 70A | 32 | -44 |
Information contained herein is privileged and confidential to Alphagary/Mexichem/Orbia. We reserve the right to change or update as needed. Product information is to the best of our knowledge and may not be appropriate for every application or use and no representation or warranty, express or implied, is being made.​
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