S.O.E.™ S1609

S.O.E.™ S1609 is a selective hydrogenated type SEBS with excellent shock absorption properties. It is particularly used as a shock absorption modifier for foams made from EVA and TPO.

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Enhancing the Value of Sports Products with Excellent Shock Absorption

S.O.E.™ S1609 is a selective hydrogenated type SEBS with excellent shock absorption properties. It exhibits excellent crosslinking properties and is used as a shock absorption modifier for foams made from EVA and olefin-based thermoplastic elastomer (TPO). It is used in midsoles of footwear, significantly improving comfort and safety during exercise.

Overview of S.O.E.™ S1609 Grades


Features of S.O.E.™ S1609

Special SEBS with selective hydrogenation type of soft block copolymer

Shock absorption modifier for foams made from EVA and TPO

Excellent crosslinking property


Typical Applications and Uses of S.O.E.™ S1609


Physical Property Table of S.O.E.™ S1609

Measurement Conditions Unit S1609
Hydrogenation - - Selective
Density ISO 1183 g/cm3 1.02
Styrene Asahi Kasei Method wt% 67
MFR 230°C・
2.16kg
ISO 1133 g/10 min 9.4
A Hardness 0s ISO 7619 - 82
10s 62
Tensile Properties 100%Mo. ISO 37 MPa 2.5
200%Mo. MPa 3.4
300%Mo. MPa 4.9
Tensile Strength MPa 17.8
Elongation at Break % 602
Melt Viscosity
(200°C)
122(1/s) Asahi Kasei Method Pa・s 920
1.216(1/s) 207
Melt Viscosity
(230°C)
122(1/s) Asahi Kasei Method Pa・s 597
1.216(1/s) 160
tanδ Peak Temperature Torsion mode,
1Hz
°C 17
Refractive Index JIS K 7142 - 1.57
Product Form - - Pellets

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING MEDICAL APPLICATIONS

We, Asahi Kasei Group, request that customers who are considering using our products in medical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and other related applications (hereinafter collectively called “Medical Applications”) shall contact us and confirm our policy on Medical Applications in advance. Please consult with us for the latest status. We make no guarantees or warranties, express or implied, concerning the suitability of our products for use in Medical Applications. It is not our responsibility to determine if our products are safe, lawful, and technically suitable for intended applications.


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