Conductive Polyurethane
MPC’s Durethane® C conductive polyurethanes are engineered to deliver consistent electrical conductivity without compromising mechanical performance. Unlike traditional methods that rely on carbon black, Durethane C uses our patented metal salt technology that integrates conductive elements directly into the polymer backbone. This ensures uniform conductivity throughout the material, even as it wears, while maintaining the durability, tear strength, and flexibility that polyurethane is known for. Durethane® C is ideal for applications requiring static dissipation or charge transfer, including cleanroom systems, medical devices, robotics, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Benefits:
- Stable conductivity over time and wear
- Non-marking and available in multiple colors
- Won’t shed particles or interfere with electronic systems
- Resists glazing, leaching and degradation
- Available in solid or foam polyurethane materials
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Product Spotlight – Durastatic® Pipe
MPC’s Durastatic® Pipe is engineered to safely transport highly abrasive media. Made from proprietary Durethane® C formulations with built-in static dissipation, these pipes combine mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and electrical safety, making them ideal for use in mission critical applications where downtime is not an option.
Discover how Durastatic® Pipe enhances your fluid transportation systems:
- Unmatched Durability: Engineered from high-performance polyurethane, Durastatic® Pipe resists abrasion and corrosion, outlasting steel, polyethylene, and PVC in harsh conditions.
- Static-Dissipative Formulation: Prevents dangerous electrostatic buildup in volatile or sensitive environments.
- Operational Efficiency: Its optimized flow design enables smaller cross-sections for energy-efficient pumping, reducing both upfront and long-term operating costs.
- Versatile Integration: Compatible with ASA systems and standard connectors, it simplifies installation and retrofitting across legacy infrastructure.
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MPC’s Durethane® C Conductive Polyurethane
MPC’s Durethane® C conductive polyurethane is a breakthrough material designed for applications where static dissipation and electrical charge transfer are critical, but mechanical durability cannot be compromised. Unlike traditional conductive materials that rely on carbon black, Durethane® C uses our patented metal salt technology that integrates conductivity directly into the polymer backbone. This ensures uniform electrical performance throughout the life of the part, even as it wears, while preserving the strength, flexibility, and tear resistance that polyurethane is known for
Key Advantages of MPC’s Durethane® C:
- Wide Physical Property Range: Hardness from Shore 10A to 85D and volume resistivity from 5x10⁵ to 7x10¹⁵ Ω·cm
- Consistent Conductivity: Maintains stable electrical properties over time and wear
- Non-Marking & Clean: Leaves no residue or surface debris, ideal for sensitive environments
- Contaminant-Free: Won’t shed particles or interfere with mechanical or electronic systems
Case Study
A robotics OEM developing a media handling system for cleanroom environments approached MPC with a critical challenge: their robotic carts needed conductive wheels that could safely discharge static electricity during operation to prevent equipment damage and safety hazards. MPC’s engineering team collaborated closely with the customer to formulate a custom Durethane® C solution, integrating our proprietary conductive technology into a solid polyurethane wheel that met both ESD requirements and mechanical performance standards. The result was a non-marking, contamination-free wheel that maintained consistent conductivity over time and wear. This innovation not only solved the customer’s technical challenge but also enabled them to launch their product into a new market segment where cleanroom compliance and static control were essential.
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