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TPU

Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-006098

A thermoplastic polyurethane is a class of plastic known for its elasticity, transparency, and resistance to oil, grease, and abrasion. It combines the properties of rubber and plastic, offering flexibility and durability. TPUs are widely used in applications such as automotive parts, footwear, and protective coatings due to their versatile mechanical properties.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-IND-006098
FieldIndustrial and trades
SubjectIndustrial electronics
TranslationsGerman: TPU; Spanish: TPU; French: TPU
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006098",
  "term": "TPU",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A thermoplastic polyurethane is a class of plastic known for its elasticity, transparency, and resistance to oil, grease, and abrasion. It combines the properties of rubber and plastic, offering flexibility and durability. TPUs are widely used in applications such as automotive parts, footwear, and protective coatings due to their versatile mechanical properties.",
  "subject": "Industrial electronics",
  "translations": {
    "de": "TPU",
    "es": "TPU",
    "fr": "TPU"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/tpu/"
}

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