Products in Composite Materials: Film Former

FILCO® 8815 stands as a film-forming solution designed for carbon fiber applications. These epoxy, modified epoxy, or novolac resins are presented in non-ionic water emulsion form. They exhibit high compatibility with matrices, offering a diverse range of Tg (glass transition temperature). This variability allows for the selection of an appropriate product tailored to suit the specific production processes of the final composite material.

FILCO® 388/4 is an easily dispersible unsaturated polyester resin in water, presenting as a yellow-amber, viscous liquid. It's recommended as a film-former for continuous filament mat (CFM) and is typically applied as a water micro-colloidal emulsion to glass fibers. Benzoyl peroxide can be incorporated as an initiator during its application.

FILCO® 3 JM, a modified epoxy resin in a nonionic water emulsion, presents as a milky liquid. It serves as an ideal film for glass fiber sizes used in various applications such as SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) and BMC (Bulk Molding Compound) roving, as well as chopped strands designed for thermoplastic matrices.

FILCO® 8130 operates as a film former specifically designed for use with epoxies (EP). Its features include a low molecular weight and a soft consistency. When applied, it yields a soft film and exhibits rapid solubility within the matrix, facilitating quick impregnation. These characteristics make it suitable for applications where rapid penetration and soft film formation are desired within epoxy-based systems.

FILCO® 358 is an easily dispersible unsaturated polyester resin in water, presenting as a yellow-amber, viscous liquid. Specifically recommended as a film-former for continuous filament mat (CFM), FILCO® 358 is typically applied as a water micro-colloidal emulsion to glass fibers. Benzoyl peroxide can be introduced as an initiator in its application.

FILCO® JS 888 serves as an unsaturated polyester-epoxy resin, available in non-ionic water dispersion, specifically designed for application as a film former in glass fiber sizings. Key characteristics of this product include a narrow distribution of particle sizes, ensuring uniformity and consistency in its application. Its resistance to hydrolysis, attributed to the fine particle size, contributes to its extended shelf life. Moreover, when diluted, it maintains high mechanical shear stability, ensuring its effectiveness in various operations within the glass fiber industry.

FILCO® 8000 is a polyurethane resin that comes in the form of a milky liquid, dispersed non-ionically in water. It serves as a film specifically designed for use in glass fiber sizings. This product boasts an aliphatic polyurethane resin composition and is characterized by its non-ionic emulsion, which provides high mechanical shear stability for the diluted emulsion along with a narrow particle size distribution.

FILCO® 7601 is a polyurethane resin formulated in a non-ionic water emulsion, serving as a film-former in glass fiber sizings. It exists in a liquid physical form and showcases compatibility, specifically with glass fiber reinforcements. Notable material features include its good non-yellowing properties and high hardness.

FILCO® 309 represents an epoxy resin formulated in a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically designed as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance is that of a milky liquid, while its defining product characteristics include pure epoxy resin composition, a narrow particle size distribution, stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation, and remarkable mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions.

FILCO® 75006 is a water-based dispersion featuring an aliphatic polyurethane resin, specifically designed for use as a glass fiber sizing. This dispersion demonstrates excellent compatibility with PA (polyamide) matrices, ensuring seamless integration into composite systems. Renowned for its high adhesion to glass fiber, FILCO 75006 enhances the structural integrity and performance of composite materials. Additionally, it exhibits good compatibility with sizing components, emphasizing its versatility and ease of incorporation into various manufacturing processes. This aqueous dispersion serves as a reliable and effective solution for optimizing the properties of glass fiber-reinforced composites.

FILCO® 303HP is an epoxy resin crafted into a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically tailored as a film former within glass fiber sizings. Presenting as a milky liquid, its distinguishing characteristics include purity as a pure epoxy resin, an epoxy equivalent weight of 200g, a narrow particle size distribution, and remarkable mechanical shear stability when the emulsion is diluted.

FILCO® 349 is an epoxy resin meticulously crafted within a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically intended to function as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance mirrors that of a milky liquid. Notable product characteristics include its pure epoxy resin composition, a narrow particle size distribution, stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation, high mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions, and, notably, a very high solid content.

FILCO® 8110 is a non-ionic aqueous dispersion featuring a thermoreactive phenolic resin, purposefully tailored as a sizing agent for glass fiber. Its application ensures excellent fiber protection, imparting desirable traits like hydrophobicity as well as enhanced resistance against hydrolysis and high temperatures. This formulation presents itself as a milky liquid.

FILCO® 107 is a polyurethane resin available in anionic or non-ionic water emulsion form, notable for its favorable hydrolysis resistance and sedimentation stability. It maintains a precise particle size distribution and exhibits high mechanical shear stability even when the emulsion is diluted. Its primary application is as a film in glass fiber sizes intended for chopped strand applications. FILCO® 107 is particularly well-suited for use in thermoplastic matrices, especially in enhancing properties within polyamide-based materials.

FILCO® 389 represents a highly unsaturated polyester resin meticulously dispersed within a non-ionic water dispersion, specifically employed as a film former in glass fiber sizings. Notably, FILCO® 389 does not contain DAP (diallyl phthalate) and is suitable for applications involving food contact. Its appearance is that of a milky liquid. Key product characteristics include high unsaturation, integration of a non-ionic emulsifier within the polymer, stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation, a narrow particle size distribution, and remarkable high mechanical shear stability, even in diluted emulsions.

FILCO® 74006 is a polyurethane resin available in non-ionic water dispersion, specifically employed as a film former within glass fiber sizings. It is characterized by its milky liquid appearance. Key product characteristics include being an aliphatic polyurethane resin, existing as a non-ionic emulsion, possessing high mechanical shear stability when the emulsion is diluted, and exhibiting a narrow particle size distribution.

FILCO® 7704 is an aqueous dispersion comprising an aliphatic, blocked polyurethane resin, specifically designed as a sizing agent for glass fiber applications. This innovative resin offers exceptional attributes, including high hydrolytical resistance, excellent compatibility with PA matrices, and the ability to impart elevated mechanical properties to the final composite.

FILCO® 7706 is an aqueous dispersion featuring an aliphatic polyurethane resin designed for glass fiber sizing applications. This specialized resin offers distinct advantages, including a clear color profile, exceptional mechanical properties, and robust resistance to hydrolysis, ensuring optimal performance in composite materials.

FILCO® 303I is an epoxy resin formulated into a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically intended as a film former within glass fiber sizings. Presenting as a milky liquid, its defining traits encompass its purity as a pure epoxy resin, an epoxy equivalent weight of 200g, a narrow particle size distribution, and exceptional mechanical shear stability even when the emulsion is diluted.

FILCO® 7703 is an unsaturated polyester resin provided in non-ionic water dispersion, serving as a film former in glass fiber sizings. It presents as a milky liquid. Notable characteristics of this product include an integrated non-ionic emulsifier within the polymer, high mechanical shear stability when the emulsion is diluted, and impressive hydrolysis and sedimentation stability across a broad pH range.

FILCO® 5001 is a product with an unsaturated polyester resin meticulously formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion, presenting as a milky liquid. Its material features include excellent compatibility, high hardness, and non-flammability. It is available in a liquid physical form.

FILCO® 7875 is an epoxy resin available in non-ionic water dispersion, functioning as a film former in glass fiber sizings. It appears as a milky liquid. The key characteristics of this product include its purity as an epoxy resin, its non-ionic emulsion composition, exceptional thermal stability, and robust resistance to both chemicals and hydrolysis.

FILCO® 8102 represents an aqueous dispersion featuring an aliphatic polyurethane resin in a water emulsion. Specifically designed for glass fiber sizing, it delivers exceptional attributes such as very high sizing stability, strong compatibility with PA matrices, and elevated mechanical properties in the resulting composite. Its appearance is that of a milky liquid.

FILCO® JS 105 is an unsaturated polyester resin provided in a milky liquid, non-ionic water emulsion. This resin is known for its highly unsaturated nature and contains a non-ionic emulsifier integrated into the polymer structure. Its key characteristics include hydrolysis and sedimentation stability, ensuring prolonged stability over time, a narrow distribution of particle sizes for uniform application, and high mechanical shear stability, particularly when the emulsion is diluted. These features make it suitable for various applications within the realm of polymer and emulsion-based processes, especially in the context of glass fiber treatment.

FILCO® 8133 serves as a film former specifically designed for compatibility with epoxies (EP). It facilitates the formation of a soft film and demonstrates rapid solubility within the matrix, allowing for quick impregnation. These characteristics make it suitable for applications where the rapid formation of a soft film and efficient impregnation within epoxy-based systems are essential.

FILCO® 394 is a modified epoxy resin meticulously formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion, serving as a film-former in glass fiber sizings. It presents as a milky liquid. Key material features include excellent compatibility, flexibility, good non-yellowing properties, thermal stability, toughness, a high molecular weight, a non-tacky surface, and non-brittle attributes.

FILCO® 7707 is an aqueous dispersion featuring an aliphatic, blocked polyurethane resin formulated for glass fiber sizing. This innovative resin ensures exceptional characteristics, including high hydrolytical resistance, compatibility with PA matrices, and the ability to significantly enhance the mechanical properties of the final composite material.

FILCO® 220 represents a polyester resin distinguished by its solvent-free composition. This versatile resin effortlessly forms a nonionic to slightly anionic emulsion upon dispersion in water. Its appearance is characterized by a viscous, yellowish texture. To prepare for use, FILCO 220 requires dilution in water to achieve a solid content of 25–40%. Application methods include spray, dipping, or weir/overfall techniques.

FILCO® 394/F represents a modified epoxy resin crafted within a non-ionic water emulsion, designated for use as a film-former in glass fiber sizings. It is presented as a milky liquid. Key material features include flexibility, meeting standards for food contact acceptability, good non-yellowing properties, thermal stability, toughness, and a non-tacky surface.

FILCO® 345HP stands as an epoxy-phenol novolac resin formulated in a high-solid, solvent-free, non-ionic water dispersion, specifically intended as a film former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance is that of a milky liquid, highlighting key characteristics such as being an epoxy-phenol novolac resin, existing in a non-ionic emulsion, and featuring a narrow particle size distribution.

FILCO® 345 is an epoxy-novolac polymer carefully formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion. Its notable product characteristics encompass stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation across a broad pH range, ensuring a commendable shelf life. FILCO® 345 serves as an ideal film film within glass fiber sizings, enhancing the reinforcement of both thermoplastic and thermosetting resins.

FILCO® 306 is an epoxy resin crafted in a nonionic water emulsion, characterized by several key traits, including a pure epoxy resin composition, a narrow particle size distribution, stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation, a good shelf life, and robust mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions.

FILCO® 310 is a urethanized epoxy resin presented in a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically serving as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance resembles that of a milky liquid. Noteworthy material features include excellent non-yellowing properties, a favorable surface finish, robust thermal stability, and high hardness.

FILCO® TAC-453 is a milky liquid unsaturated polyester resin dispersed in a non-ionic medium, designed for use as a film in glass fiber sizing applications. Its key characteristics include having a non-ionic emulsifier built into the polymer, ensuring a narrow particle size distribution, and granting a prolonged shelf life due to resistance against hydrolysis and fine particle size. It also boasts high mechanical shear stability in diluted emulsions and exhibits stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation across a broad pH spectrum.

FILCO® 74015 is an epoxy ester within the chemical family of epoxy-based compounds. It offers notable features such as high hardness, a high molecular weight, and exceptional shear stability. Specifically designed as a film film, it contributes to improved fiber integrity in composite materials.

FILCO® 313 is an epoxy resin expertly crafted within a non-ionic water dispersion, presenting as a milky liquid. Notably, FILCO® 313 boasts non-flammability. Additionally, it showcases high shear stability, enhances fiber integrity, and offers commendable toughness as key material features.