TPU Interlayer Film

About Argotec Thermoplastic Polyurethane Films For Glass Interlayers

Argotec™ Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) film, custom engineered from high-performance resin, provides strength and optical clarity when sandwiched between multiple layers of glass and/or plastic sheets. These glass lamination films provide unmatched optical clarity, lay flat, and overall consistent quality. Argotec thermoplastic polyurethane TPU film is used extensively in aerospace, military and commercial bullet-, impact- and hurricane- resistant composites.

Features:

  • Optically clear with no yellowing
  • High tensile strength
  • Lays flat and smooth
  • Ultraviolet (UV) protection
  • No plasticizers to migrate or cause embrittlement

Benefits:

  • Bonds dissimilar optical layers for impact resistant applications
  • Exceptionally strong composite bonding
  • No refrigeration needed, which prevents blocking
  • Ideal for high impact resistant, ballistic resistant or bullet resistant glass
  • Excellent elongation properties at a wide range of temperatures
  • Adhesion to polycarbonate and glass is 150 PLI
  • Thermal expansion and contraction properties are ideal for bonding dissimilar materials

Applications:

  • Armored civilian and military vehicles
  • Aircraft canopies and side windows
  • Architectural glazing
  • Rail windscreens
  • Dynamic glazing for security glass and glazing composites
  • Weather resistant construction (i.e. hurricane, tornado) resistant glass
  • Security for embassies, government buildings, correctional facilities, financial institutions, schools
  • Safety film

Argotec Interlayer TPU film is compatible with all types of electronic films and has excellent temperature performance combined with superior electrical insulation properties. When used as an adhesive layer between the glass and electronic components in touchscreen monitors, this thermoplastic polyurethane film protects the sensitive electronics from damage caused by exposure to temperature extremes and wear. Designed for ease of use, Argotec TPU Films are engineered to work correctly in the laminator’s equipment, whether autoclaves, nip rolls, or bladder presses. They lay up well, are not tacky, and laminate with minimal voids for fast and efficient installation.

Best-In-Class Argotec TPU Interlayer Films

To ensure quality, we use digital camera inspection on all interlayer film production. Computerized systems can detect and document pin holes, voids, gels, wrinkles, streaks, contaminants, and other imperfections as small as 0.3 mm. All of our interlayer extruders are housed in an atmospherically controlled hard walled white room. Each extrusion line is in its own ISO Class 7, soft walled clean room.

Our products do not require refrigerated storage and do not contain plasticizers that can migrate and degrade a composite structure. Argotec has the cleanest, most modern interlayer film extrusion operation in North America, Europe and Asia and extrudes over 50% of the world’s total usage of TPU interlayer films.

Engineers know that the highest quality standards are found in the aerospace industry. This is why the vast majority of all TPU bonded aircraft canopies and windows are laminated using Argotec interlayer film. For more information on how we can collaborate on your next project, contact our material science experts now!

Category:

  • Film

Markets:

  • Automotive
  • Aerospace & Aviation
  • Industrial
  • Infrastructure

Materials:

  • Aliphatic Polyether
  • Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)

Products:

  • ST-6050

Performance:

  • Adhesion strength, compatibility
  • Durability
  • Ease of fabrication
  • Excellent wear resistance
  • Optical clarity
  • Process-ability
  • Toughness

(Uncoated?) TPU Films for Surface and Paint Protection Film Converters

Protective film solutions engineered for coating, lamination, and conversion. Trusted by industry-leading PPF manufacturers worldwide.

Trusted Manufacturing Partner | Global Production Footprint | Consistent Quality | Reliable Supply Chain

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As a proven supplier to the paint protection film industry, Argotec manufactures high-performance uncoated TPU films used as the foundation of PPF and other surface protection films. Our extrusion capabilities are designed for consistency, quality, and to meet exacting technical specifications for coating operations, adhesive lamination, and finished film production.

 

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Manufacturing Excellence

Global Supply Reliability

Technical Partnership

Performance

Validation

Decades of TPU film extrusion expertise with rigorous quality control protocols ensuring batch-to-batch consistency for your conversion processes.

Worldwide production footprint with regional distribution capabilities ensuring consistent supply for your manufacturing operations.

 

Collaborative approach to material development with technical support for coating optimization, adhesive compatibility, and process refinement.

Comprehensive testing data and real-world performance validation supporting your product development and market positioning.

 

ArgoGuard Film Product Lines

ArgoGuard Elite: Premium Base Films for High-Performance PPF

Engineered for converters producing premium paint protection films requiring specialized performance characteristics. Backed by extensive real-world validation data. ArgoGuard Elite portfolio includes:

  • UV & Flexibility Leader: Superior UV stability with exceptional elongation and recovery properties, ideal for long-term outdoor exposure or complex curved applications.
  • Low Gel Performance: Minimal gel content for superior optical clarity in finished PPF products
  • Thick Film: 8-12 mil format for enhanced impact protection applications (limited availability)
  • EU Supply Chain: European production for regional sourcing optimization

Ideal For: Premium PPF brands, self-healing film production, high-performance automotive applications, marine-grade products

ArgoGuard Sustain Portfolio: Reliable Base Films for Standard PPF Production

Cost-effective uncoated TPU films maintaining solid performance characteristics for standard paint protection film manufacturing and volume production.

  • Balanced Performance: Consistent quality across key attributes at competitive pricing for standard PPF applications
  • Competitive, Non-REACH: Value-oriented solution for cost-sensitive markets where REACH compliance is not required

Ideal For: Standard PPF production, fleet protection products, value-tier offerings, high-volume manufacturing

Why Converters Choose Our TPU Films

✓ Coating Compatibility: Engineered surface characteristics optimized for urethane coating adhesion and uniform application

✓Batch Consistency: Rigorous quality control ensuring minimal variation in thickness, clarity, and mechanical properties

✓Roll Quality: Precision winding with controlled tension, minimal defects, and consistent edge quality for efficient conversion

✓Technical Documentation: Comprehensive specifications, test data, and processing guidelines supporting your production requirements

✓Custom Specifications: Flexibility to develop tailored formulations for specific application requirements or market positioning

✓Supply Chain Transparency: Clear communication on lead times, inventory availability, and production scheduling

✓Competitive Pricing: Volume-based pricing structures supporting your cost management and market competitiveness

✓Global Logistics: Regional warehousing and distribution capabilities minimizing freight costs and delivery times

Technical Specifications & Performance Data

Metric

ArgoGuard Elite

ArgoGuard Sustain

Performance Validation

Extensive real-world data

Accelerated testing

UV Protection

Exceptional

Excellent

Flexibility

Enhanced

Standard

Visual Clarity

Superior (Low Gel variant)

Good

Applications

Specialized/demanding

Standard/volume

Price Point

Premium

Competitive

REACH Compliance

Yes (all variants)

Available

 

Available Formats & Customization

Standard Thickness Range: 4-12 mil

Roll Widths: 50-74”, custom widths available

Roll Lengths: Standard and custom lengths to match your production requirements

Core Sizes: X” and X" cores standard

Contact our technical team to discuss custom specifications, formulation modifications, or application-specific requirements.

Converter Applications & End-Use Markets

Our uncoated TPU films serve as the foundation for diverse paint protection film applications across multiple industries.

🚗 Automotive PPF

🏍️ Motorcycle Protection

⚓ Marine & Boat Wraps

🚁 Aerospace Applications

🏢 Architectural Films

📱 Electronics Protection

🚚 Commercial Fleet

🏭 Industrial Equipment

Partnership Approach

We view our relationship with converters as a strategic partnership, not a transactional supplier arrangement. Our commitment extends beyond material supply to collaborative technical support.

  • Product Development Support

Collaborate on new formulations, performance optimization, and application-specific material development to differentiate your PPF offerings.

  • Product Development Support

Collaborate on new formulations, performance optimization, and application-specific material development to differentiate your PPF offerings.

  • Process Optimization

Technical guidance on coating parameters, adhesive compatibility, lamination processes, and quality control protocols.

  • Market Intelligence

Insights on industry trends, emerging applications, and performance requirements shaping the PPF market landscape.

  • Quality Assurance

Comprehensive testing data, certificates of analysis, and technical documentation supporting your quality systems and customer requirements.

Supply Chain Advantages

✓Global Manufacturing Footprint: Production facilities strategically located to serve major PPF manufacturing regions

✓Inventory Management: Flexible stocking arrangements and consignment options supporting your production planning

✓Capacity Scalability: Production capacity to support your growth from emerging converter to established manufacturer

✓Lead Time Reliability: Consistent delivery schedules with transparent communication on production and logistics

✓Regional Distribution: Warehousing and logistics infrastructure minimizing freight costs and delivery times

✓Supply Continuity: Multiple production sites and raw material sourcing strategies ensuring uninterrupted supply

Quality & Compliance

Our manufacturing operations maintain rigorous quality standards and regulatory compliance supporting your product certifications and market requirements.

  • ISO Certified Manufacturing

Quality management systems ensuring consistent production standards and continuous improvement protocols.

  • REACH Compliance

ArgoGuard Elite and ArgoGuard Sustain Balanced Performance lines fully compliant with European chemical regulations.

✓Material Transparency

Complete disclosure of material composition, additives, and processing aids supporting your regulatory requirements.

✓Testing & Documentation

Comprehensive test reports, certificates of analysis, and technical data sheets for every production lot.

Partner With a Trusted TPU Film Manufacturer

Discover how our uncoated TPU films can enhance your paint protection film production capabilities.

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