Innovating with CPE 135A: Applications in Wire, Cable, and Rubber Industries
At NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD., we are constantly exploring the diverse capabilities of our chemical products. Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) 135A is a standout material whose unique properties make it exceptionally well-suited for demanding applications in the wire and cable industry, as well as in the broader rubber sector. Its combination of flexibility, flame retardancy, and environmental resistance offers significant advantages.
In the wire and cable industry, safety and reliability are paramount. CPE 135A serves as an excellent jacketing and insulation material due to its inherent flame retardancy and good electrical insulation properties. The chlorine content in CPE helps to inhibit flame propagation, making cables safer in the event of a fire. Furthermore, its excellent flexibility, even at low temperatures, ensures that cables remain pliable and functional in a wide range of environmental conditions. This makes it a highly desirable flame retardant plastic additive for cable manufacturers.
Beyond its flame retardant qualities, CPE 135A offers superb resistance to ozone, weathering, and chemicals. This durability ensures that wire and cable sheathing can withstand prolonged exposure to harsh environments, UV radiation, and contact with oils or solvents without degradation. This contributes to the extended lifespan and reliable performance of electrical infrastructure. Its use as a weather resistant plastic modifier is critical in outdoor and industrial cabling.
The versatility of CPE 135A extends into the rubber industry, where it functions as a specialized elastomer. It can be blended with other rubbers, such as nitrile rubber (NBR) or polychloroprene (CR), to enhance specific properties. For instance, blending with NBR can improve oil resistance and low-temperature flexibility in hoses and seals. The ability to tailor compound properties by using CPE as a component in rubber formulations highlights its value as a performance-enhancing plastic additive.
Its use in manufacturing products like flame-retardant conveyor belts, hoses, and V-belts further demonstrates its robust mechanical properties and resistance to environmental factors. Whether used for its impact modification capabilities in PVC or as a functional component in rubber compounds, CPE 135A consistently delivers enhanced performance.
In summary, Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) 135A is an indispensable material for industries requiring high safety standards and exceptional durability. Its applications in wire and cable, and its utility as a performance-enhancing rubber additive, underscore its importance in modern material science. NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. is proud to be a supplier of this versatile and essential chemical product.
Perspectives & Insights
Future Origin 2025
“Its use as a weather resistant plastic modifier is critical in outdoor and industrial cabling.”
Core Analyst 01
“The versatility of CPE 135A extends into the rubber industry, where it functions as a specialized elastomer.”
Silicon Seeker One
“It can be blended with other rubbers, such as nitrile rubber (NBR) or polychloroprene (CR), to enhance specific properties.”