TPC (COPE/TPEE) vs TPV
Polymer · grade comparison
TPC (COPE/TPEE) and TPV are both polymer grades. TPC (COPE/TPEE) is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) against 8 MPa (1.22 ksi) for TPV, about 4.8 times as much. TPC (COPE/TPEE) is the more ductile: elongation 500% versus 450% for TPV, and TPC (COPE/TPEE) is harder (55 Shore D vs 24 Shore D). TPV is lighter (0.97 g/cm³ vs 1.2 g/cm³ for TPC (COPE/TPEE)) and TPC (COPE/TPEE) is stiffer (0.2 GPa vs 0.02 GPa).
TPC (COPE/TPEE)Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
TPVChoose it when weight is the constraint.
TPC (COPE/TPEE) vs TPV: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Flexural Modulus
Izod Impact, Notched
Hardness, Shore A
Hardness, Shore D
Tear Strength
Compression Set (22 h, 70 °C)
Bulk Modulus
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Temperature (Tm)
Glass Transition (Tg)
Water Absorption (24 h)
Water Absorption (Saturation)
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Min Service Temperature
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Limiting Oxygen Index
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Same in both: Max Service Temperature (continuous) 120°C248 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)
Volume Resistivity
Surface Resistivity
Same in both: Dielectric Strength 25 kV/mm635 V/mil · Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) 600 V
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Mold Shrinkage
Melt Flow Rate
Processing Melt Temperature (typ.)
Same in both: Mold Temperature (typ.) 40°C104 °F
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
Same in both: Thermal Diffusivity 0.1 mm²/s
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | TPC (COPE/TPEE) | TPV |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$ Premium | $$$ Premium |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
TPC (COPE/TPEE) vs TPV — frequently asked
Is TPC (COPE/TPEE) stronger than TPV?
Yes. TPC (COPE/TPEE) has a typical tensile strength of 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) against 8 MPa (1.22 ksi) for TPV — about 4.8 times as much.
Which is cheaper, TPC (COPE/TPEE) or TPV?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$, premium); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, TPC (COPE/TPEE) or TPV?
TPC (COPE/TPEE), by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 25/100 for TPV.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in TPC (COPE/TPEE) and TPV side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.
Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.