Products in Composite Materials: Core Material

NOM-0460-24-D is a aerospace grade aramid fiber honeycomb that exhibits outstanding flammability properties. It is manufactured from meta-aramid paper and coated with a heat resistant phenolic resin.

Atlas F100 has a very good honeycomb structure and special chemical properties, which can be effectively used in all standard industries and processing industries, such as hand lay-up, vacuum infusion, RTM and other processes. It is a globally applicable material, widely used in fields such as wind turbine cabin covers, ships and non-structural parts.

ARPRO® 3427SI is a expanded polypropylene.

ArmaPET™ Eco75 is combines insulation and structural integrity, ensuring energy and emission efficiency for decades of use. Energy-efficient composite sandwich structures are a powerful way of saving energy and reducing CO2 emissions. Armacell is following the growing demand for high-performance insulating materials and with ArmaPET Eco it offers a foam core that optimally combines structural performance, versatility, sustainability, and long-term insulating properties.

Tubus Bauer GmbH PEI 4,0-48C is a tubus core made with Polyetherimide.

BARYMAT M-600D consist of a deep embossed vinyl “carpet like” wear surface on top of high transmission loss, 1.0 lb and 2. lb per sq. ft. flexible barrier with a 0.25 in. for the M-100D and a 0.375 in. closed cell modified PVC/nitrile rubber foam decoupling layer. The scuff resistant surface provides durability while the closed cell foam delivers excellent vibration isolation for maximum comfort. Baymat M-100D & M-600D is easy to install, effective treatments which require water and oil absorption resistance.

Divinycell F50 foam is a recyclable, prepreg compatible sandwich core offering excellent Fire, Smoke and Toxicity (FST) properties, good mechanicals and processing characteristics. It meets the US and European regulatory requirements for commercial aircraft interiors. Other key features include vacuum bag processing up to 220°C and matched tooling and press processing up to 220°C, exceptional fatigue life, good chemical resistance and excellent heat aging at 180°C. Divinycell F50 is compatible with most common aerospace composite manufacturing processes.

Divinycell HM is a high performance structural core designed for fast marine hulls where higher toughness is required. Divinycell HM combines a very high shear strength with an outstanding shear elongation. As a result, Divinycell HM is an extremely tough product, capable of absorbing high dynamic impacts and slamming loads. Divinycell HM´s elongation exceeds the requirements of ISO 12215, GL and ABS rules to allow for reduced safety factors in structural calculations, providing a lighter, yet strong structure. Divinycell HM’s high compressive properties provide excellent resistance to denting and skin wrinkling of thin skins. Divinycell HM offers a high operating temperature, thus reducing the risk of print through on dark hulls.

ArmaPET™ Struct GR70 is the versatile and durable solution for structural sandwich applications, with a more environmentally responsible approach. Provides a unique combination of material and processing properties, such as durability, elevated service temperature stability and excellent compatibility with most common resins and manufacturing methods.

Plastazote® is a closed cell, cross-linked polyethylene block foam manufactured using Zotefoams unique production process. Plastazote® 5SLD30SDBK-0232 is a static dissipative low density polyethylene foam.

Soric® XF 6 is the cost effective solution for closed mold processes. It is used as core material and infusion medium. It is a pressure stable polyester nonwoven and compatible with all regular types of resins, including Polyester, Vinylester, Phenolic and Epoxy. It is suitable for closed mold processes, including Infusion, RTM Light, RTM Heavy.

Teccore® TG180HP creates additional stiffness in advanced composite panels at lower weight and cost. A panel density of 0.9 g/cm2 can be achieved. By replacing carbon (prepreg) content, Lantor Teccore reduces the environmental impact of carbon composites up to 40% CO2 eq. emission and energy used. Teccore has a nonwoven base made from recycled bottles and resin bonded microspheres to build up low weight volume. Lantor Teccore helps to reduce the fiber print in composite parts and makes painting much easier.

Divinycell H provides excellent mechanical properties to low weight. The unique IPN chemical structure, yields impressive mechanical performance to a low weight. Divinycell H has been widely used and has a proven track record in virtually every application area where sandwich composites are employed including the marine (leisure, military and commercial), land transportation, wind energy, civil engineering/infrastructure and general industrial markets. Divinycell H is ideal for applications subject to fatigue, slamming or impact loads. Other key features of Divinycell H include consistent high quality, excellent adhesion/peel strength, excellent chemical resistance, low water absorption and good thermal/acoustic insulation. Divinycell H is compatible with virtually all commonly used resin and manufacturing systems.

Plastazote® is a closed cell, cross-linked polyethylene block foam manufactured using Zotefoams unique production process.Plastazote® 5SLD33RD-0094 is a low density polyethylene foam.

ArmaPET™ Struct GR250 is the versatile and durable solution for structural sandwich applications, with a more environmentally responsible approach. Provides a unique combination of material and processing properties, such as durability, elevated service temperature stability and excellent compatibility with most common resins and manufacturing methods.

ARPRO 1133 Lime appears in a lime color.

Rock West Composites NOM-0710-50100-D is a Aerospace grade aramid fiber honeycomb that exhibits outstanding flammability properties. It is manufactured from Meta-Aramid paper and coated with a heat resistant phenolic resin.

SF 6,000 of syntactic material was designed as a cost-effective option for applications where the absolute lowest density is not critical. With a higher allowable density, SF can provide excellent long-term performance at depths where volume is not limited. The family of product may also be cast into finished configurations and geometries to improve material usage and reduce expensive yield losses due to machining.

Plastazote® is a closed cell, cross-linked polyethylene block foam manufactured using Zotefoams unique production process. Plastazote® 5SLD33BE-0076 is a low density polyethylene foam.

Nidaplast EP-S 400 is a easy to transport and use, it allows simple installation and rapid loss of soaks, drainage trenches, etc.

SynFoam ELG is a two part closed cell syntactic resin system that is based on epoxy rather than polyurethane chemistry. ELG can withstand continuous exposure up to 300oF and retain it's rigidity. SynFoam ELG has low dielectric loss and dielectric properties. The weight is significantly lower than most low loss materials used for electronic applications. The system is suitable for both electronic potting and encapsulation as well as structural support. SynFoam ELG is shipped as two components which when mixed together can be poured and cast into various shapes and sizes. SynFoam ELG is available in 1 and 5 gallon kit sizes. Each kit contains an A and B side that must be mixed together prior to casting. SynFoam ELG does not require temperature to cure, but requires higher postcure temperatures to reach the maximum service use temperature. Please consult the appropriate instructions prior to using ELG.

SynFoam LFR is a two part, flame retardant closed cell syntactic resin system that is based on epoxy rather than polyurethane chemistry. SynFoam LFR provides far greater strength, stiffness, impact absorption, and shear properties than standard core materials. LFR is similar to our other materials except it adds a higher level of flame retardancy for applictaions where a flame retardant material is needed. SynFoam LFR will not absorb resins or other materials making it a good selection for use in RTM, vacuum bag, pultrusion or other composite applications. SynFoam LFR has good resistance to heat and is resistant to water, hydrocarbon fuels, and chemicals. It has excellent adhesion to metals and can be used as a gap filler or to promote metal to composite bonding. SynFoam LFR is shipped as two components which when mixed together can be poured and cast into various shapes and sizes. SynFoam LFR is available in 1 and 5 gallon kit sizes. Each kit contains an A and B side that must be mixed together prior to casting. The B side selection is dependent on the final use temperature for the material. LFR can maintain its rigidity between 100 and 150oC depending on the selected curative. SynFoam LFR does not require temperature to cure, but requires higher postcure temperatures to reach the maximum service use temperature. Please consult the appropriate instructions prior to using LFR. SynFoam provides custom fabrication of parts and can cast SynFoam LFR to size. Please contact us for more information on fabrication services.

ARPRO 5118 appears in a black color.

Divinycell HP has been developed to meet demands in high temperature systems, and low temperature prepreg systems. The unique IPN chemical structure, yields impressive mechanical performance to a low weight. Divinycell HP´s elevated temperature performance also extends to its ‘in service’ life as it will retain a high percentage of its mechanical properties despite exposure to high ambient temperatures. It offers high properties in all significant areas including mechanical performance, elongation to break, ductility, adhesion/peel strength, fracture toughness and dimensional stability. Other key features of Divinycell HP include excellent chemical resistance, low water absorption and good thermal/acoustic insulation.

SynFoam DW is a high performance syntactic foam designed for the most critical deep water applications. SynFoam DW has the highest strength to weight ratio of all SynFoam grades and allowing the end users to ultimately reduce the weight of the buoyancy package. Our DW series ranges in density from 31 to 41 pounds per cubic foot and is highly recommended for 5K and 6K ROV's as well as other deep water submersibles. SynFoam DW is available as 4.5” x 11.5” x 11.5” fully cured blocks. The blocks may be further machined into different sizes and shapes by the end user to meet the necessary specific tolerances and requirements. Our syntactic foam is easily bonded together with the use of our syntactic adhesive to form large structures. If you have a specific design for use with SynFoam DW we also provide final module fabrication services. Services include machining, assembly, and finishing with a quality marine based paint.

HZ-43 Grade syntactics are formulated to survive crush pressures greater than 20,000 psi, for safe operation in the Hadal Zone. It is produced from the most advanced resin and hollow glass microspheres available, these homogeneous materials provide the industry’s lowest density for this extreme depth range.

CELLOMER® PELLETS 2100 is a hot-pressing or injection foaming boards featuring anti-slippage and elasticity. Having adjustable stiffness when mixed with MCC’s other special high polymer materials.

Plastazote® is a closed cell, cross-linked polyethylene block foam manufactured using Zotefoams unique production process.Plastazote® 5SLD33YW-0254 is a low density polyethylene foam.

CORMASTER NOMEX® INDUSTRIAL Hexagonal C2 - 6,4 is a high performance lightweight material for industrial applications and non metallic structures made from NOMEX® T722 paper sheets bonded together and coated with a phenolic resin.

Nomex® AHN-4120-1/4-4,8 is an Aerospace Grade Nomex® Honeycomb which exhibits high strength and toughness in a small cell, low density, non-metallic honeycomb. It is particularly noted for its corrosion resistance. This material is fire resistant and is typically used in transport aircraft construction where low O.S.U., smoke, and toxicity characteristics are a necessity. This material also exhibits good thermal insulation properties and also has good dielectic properties. This honeycomb is easily machined, formed, and shaped and well suited to adhesive bonding.

CELLOMER® FOAM S-2140 is a general purpose foamed board that is geared for thermoforming and post-processed.

HexWeb® Aluminum Flex-Core® honeycomb utilizes either 5052 or 5056 alloy foil material and is available in two cell sizes. Flex-Core® has unique cell configurations that significantly reduce anticlastic behavior and permit small radii of curvature without deformation of the cell walls or loss of mechanical properties.

SynFoam HP is a high performance syntactic foam designed to safely operate in underwater environments. SynFoam HP resists water absorption and provides excellent performance for deep water submersion in both manned and unmanned vehicles. These properties have made SynFoam HP a crucial component of ROV, AUV, UUV, and HOV underwater vehicles as well as buoyancy modules designed by industrial professionals. Our HP series of foams range in density from 20 to 32 pounds per cubic foot and are highly recommended for 1K, 2K, 3K, and 4K ROV's. SynFoam HP is available as 6” x 12” x 24” fully cured blocks. The blocks may be further machined into different sizes and shapes by the end user to meet the necessary specific tolerances and requirements. Our syntactic foam is easily bonded together with the use of our syntactic adhesive to form large structures. If you have a specific design for use with SynFoam HP we also provide final module fabrication services. Services include machining, assembly, and finishing with a quality marine based paint.

Divinycell H provides excellent mechanical properties to low weight. The unique IPN chemical structure, yields impressive mechanical performance to a low weight. Divinycell H has been widely used and has a proven track record in virtually every application area where sandwich composites are employed including the marine (leisure, military and commercial), land transportation, wind energy, civil engineering/infrastructure and general industrial markets. Divinycell H is ideal for applications subject to fatigue, slamming or impact loads. Other key features of Divinycell H include consistent high quality, excellent adhesion/peel strength, excellent chemical resistance, low water absorption and good thermal/acoustic insulation. Divinycell H is compatible with virtually all commonly used resin and manufacturing systems.

SynFoam MW is a moderate cost, high performance syntactic foam designed for the most critical deep water applications. SynFoam MW has an excellent strength to weight ratio and a better cost/performance benefit than SynFoam DW. MW is typically chosen for use where cost rather than density is the primary factor in selection of syntactic foam for deep water applications. MW is offered in densities between 30 and 44 pounds per cubic foot and provides the performance necessary for standard 5K and 6K ROV's as well as other underwater vehicles where a high strength is required. SynFoam MW is available as 6” x 12” x 24” fully cured blocks. The blocks may be further machined into different sizes and shapes by the end user to meet the necessary specific tolerances and requirements. Our syntactic foam is easily bonded together with the use of our syntactic adhesive to form large structures. If you have a specific design for use with SynFoam MW we also provide final module fabrication services. Services include machining, assembly, and finishing with a quality marine based paint.

CORAFOAM® U 100 is used as Polyurethane rigid foam PUR. can be cut with almost any type of tool. Its closed cellular structure and absence of fibers or granular structure result in crisp, excellently defined edges after fabrication. It is also impermeable by any type of liquid, including water and solvents, making it much better suited for severe weather conditions or harsh marine environments than many other materials.