Comparing PVC, TPR, and Polyurethane Boat Rollers
Question:
Hi, Will PVC, TPR, or Polyurethane rollers be more durable? I had rubber rollers that only lasted a year before they started to crack.
asked by: Chandler
Expert Reply:
A TPR roller like the # YR500YW-6P is going to be better than PVC. PVC is a cheaper product. TPR has the properties and performance of both PVC and rubber while having a higher tensile strength so it is going to be the most durable.
I don't have a lot of information on Polyurethane vs TPR rollers. Polyurethane can have varying levels of hardness so I suppose it depends on how it is manufactured. This could potentially make it more durable but it would possibly lose the cushioning effect of something a little softer like the TPR. After looking at what other boat owners had to say about the two it would seem that they are fairly comparable in performance.
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