Products in Composite Materials: Structural Components

Composite Materials Core Material D also known as 3003Al is an Aluminum honeycomb. It is great for non-aerospace and industrial applications and is a cost-effective lightweight solution.

Composite Materials Molding Compound A is a high-performance thermoplastic composite material that has been developed for applications requiring exceptional impact resistance, strength, and durability. Made from a polypropylene or polyamide resin matrix reinforced with both woven and randomly laid fibers, these moldable panels are favored as lightweight, high-performance replacements for steel, aluminum, magnesium, and other industrial materials, or alternatively as additional reinforcement for GMT panels.Features:High impact resistanceExceptional strength and durabilityLightweightMulti-layer glass fiber weave technologyReinforced with both woven and randomly laid fibersBenefits:Can replace traditional industrial materials like steel, aluminum, and magnesiumCan be used as an additional reinforcement for GMT panelsIdeal for use in structural vehicle components, such as front ends and bumper bracketsCan withstand high pressure and velocity conditionsApplications:Structural vehicle components, such as front ends and bumper bracketsIndustrial and manufacturing applications that require high impact resistance, strength, and durabilityAdditional reinforcement for GMT panels in various applications

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is considered the world market leader in the production of classic glass-mat-reinforced thermoplastics (GMT). This semi-finished product in panel form was developed primarily as a substitute for metals (steel, aluminum etc.) and its main purchasers can be found in the automotive industry. This is where it is frequently pressed on the industrial scale into complex 3D structural components, although it is also used as panels.

SymaLITE is a special class of lightweight composites that offer low thermal expansion and exceptional mechanical and physical properties. Made from mixed glass and polymer fiber fleeces, SymaLITE is available in rolls and boards, which can be further molded into three-dimensional components using low-pressure molding.Features:Low thermal expansionExcellent mechanical and physical propertiesUltra-light and freely shapeableNoise-absorbentDirect facing with functional or decorative cover layers without adhesivesBenefits:Cost-efficient production of three-dimensional componentsDurable and noise-insulating material for car undershields and engine coversImpact-resistant and non-weathering for outdoor applications in the automotive and construction industrySubstitute for wood-based materials and rigid foams in sandwich constructions for the caravan and commercial vehicle industry.Applications:Automotive and caravan industryConstruction sectorCar headlinersOutdoor applications in the automotive and caravan industrySubstitute for wood-based materials and rigid foams in sandwich constructions for the caravan and commercial vehicle industry.

GMTex® is a high-performance thermoplastic composite material that has been developed for applications requiring exceptional impact resistance, strength, and durability. Made from a polypropylene or polyamide resin matrix reinforced with both woven and randomly laid fibers, these moldable panels are favored as lightweight, high-performance replacements for steel, aluminum, magnesium, and other industrial materials, or alternatively as additional reinforcement for GMT panels.Features:High impact resistanceExceptional strength and durabilityLightweightMulti-layer glass fiber weave technologyReinforced with both woven and randomly laid fibersBenefits:Can replace traditional industrial materials like steel, aluminum, and magnesiumCan be used as an additional reinforcement for GMT panelsIdeal for use in structural vehicle components, such as front ends and bumper bracketsCan withstand high pressure and velocity conditionsApplications:Structural vehicle components, such as front ends and bumper bracketsIndustrial and manufacturing applications that require high impact resistance, strength, and durabilityAdditional reinforcement for GMT panels in various applications

GENIOSIL® CS 2 is an unsaturated alkoxysilane. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. In the presence of moisture, it hydrolyzes and liberates alcohol to form silanols that can react with themselves to form siloxanes. As it possesses both silyl and unsaturated organic groups, GENIOSIL® CS 2 acts as a molecular bridge between organic and inorganic substrates.

NP500A is constructed of a woven glass fabric combined with easy-machining, non-brominated epoxy resin. It is engineered to provide NEMA grade G-10 properties, but is easier to machine and more cost effective in many applications. Applications for NP500A include; low temperature thermal insulation, structural applications and various other mechanical, and electrical applications at low to moderately high temperatures. NP500A meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/2.

NP510A is a woven glass fabric composite combined with epoxy resin system. It is engineered to provide NEMA grade FR-4 properties. This material contains bromine on the epoxy resin backbone. NP510A is certifiable to MIL-I-24768/27, Type GEE-F.

NP511 consists of a woven glass fabric combined with high temperature epoxy resin system. NP511 has excellent mechanical strength and electrical properties from cryogenic to elevated temperatures. Continuous operating temperature is 175°C. This material meets NEMA G-11, MIL-I-24768/3, Type GEB and IEC-60893-3-2 EP GC 203.

Woven glass fabric with high temperature phenolic resin. Good flexural, compressive and impact strengths at elevated temperatures. It is capable of continuous operation at 175°C. NP504 has excellent creep resistance because of the phenolic resin system. Meets MIL-I-24768/18 GPG. For NFPA 130 data please reference document NP504 Additional Data Sheet - NFPA 130. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

NP511EM is constructed of a woven glass fabric combined with a high temperature, easy machining epoxy resin. It has excellent mechanical strength and electrical properties at elevated temperatures. The continuous operating temperature is 190°C, in mechanical applications. This material meets NEMA G-11 and MIL-I-24768/3, Type GEB.

Divinycell PN is a structural thermoplastic core material perfectly suited in a variety of sandwich applications to increase performance and reduce weight. Divinycell PN is used in industrial, transportation, marine and wind applications. It is easy to machine and has good dimensional stability at elevated temperatures. It is suitable for a variety of processes including infusion, prepreg and press bonding. The material has a stable closed cell structure and is insensitive to moisture, decay or rot, making it an excellent substitute for organic materials such as balsa and plywood. High density Divinycell PN (PN200 and PN250) is particularly suited for flooring, decking, local inserts in the way of fittings; either tapped or bolted through and has very good screw retention. Divinycell PN is 100% recyclable.

Fiberglass Epoxy Tubing (CL) E-glass is constructed of fiber reinforced thermoset epoxy resin, fiberglass epoxy tubing (CL) is a lightweight, high strength, corrosion resistant material that can replace carbon steel, chromed steel, stainless steel, aluminum or brass in a variety of applications. General Purpose Fiberglass Epoxy Tubing.

NORSODYNE® F 16207 AEL - Unsaturated polyester resin in styrene,Orthophthalic. It is used as general purpose in filament winding,injection molding,rtm method.

Divinycell PX is based on PET, which makes it to a recyclable, thermoplastic sandwich core material. Divinycell PX provides excellent FST (fire, smoke & toxicity) properties, high temperature performance, very good fatigue properties, good mechanical characteristics and chemical resistance. It also offers excellent acoustic/thermal insulation properties and low water absorption. Divinycell PX is particularly ideal for public transportation and industrial applications. The energy efficiency of a Divinycell PX sandwich makes it ideal for transport applications such as interior paneling, floors and exterior panels for trains, trams, busses and coaches. In the industrial/ construction market, the good mechanical and FST properties of Divinycell PX allows it to be used for a wide variety of applications such as domes, architectural claddings and industrial housings.

Norsodyne® 2625 - promoted and non-waxed, high cross-linked resin, high hdt, excellent chemical resistance. Main applications areas are automotive, building and construction, industrial sector, marine etc.

CSM 300 is used in composite materials production as reinforcing filler with unsaturated polyester resins applied.

Hi-Nicalon™ SiC Fiber is a multi-filament silicon carbide-type fiber manufactured by NGS Advanced Fibers Co., Ltd. (NGS) of Japan. NGS is known worldwide as the leading manufacturer and innovator of multifilament silicon carbide-type fibers. HINICALON™ is manufactured near-oxygen-free using electron-beam curing. The fiber is homogeneously composed of ultra-fine beta-SiC crystallites and carbon. The fiber has excellent strength and modulus properties, and has higher thermal stability than NICALON™.

Norsodyne® BR-235A - good workability, flexible type, for rods production. Main applications areas are leisure and clothing etc.

Technobasalt® Basalt Rebar ANPB is a rod with continuous spiral ribbing, formed by winding it with a basalt yarn moistened with a high-strength polymer compound. It is a promising composite material with a wide range of applications in construction.Basalt rebar is resistant to corrosion and aggressive chemical compounds, is unusually light and durable. The research results showed that the durability of building structures with basalt reinforcement significantly exceeds the service life of similar structures made of other materials.

THINPREG™ TP 135 is a breakthrough product combining high strength and high toughness in a thin ply format. The PES-toughened epoxy system shows compression after impact properties typical of 3rd generation aerospace matrices. Thin ply materials achieve higher usable properties from the fiber through spreading load more consistently though the laminate and delaying first ply failure. Negligible ply drop-off effects and greater degrees of freedom in design are now combined with a PES-toughened system for high resolution, highly optimized, super-strong composite structures.

Basalt Fiber & Composite Materials Technology Development BFN-10 reinforcing nets is used for reinforcing nets for construction.

PREPREG system HH (polyimide resin) are based on a high temperature resistant polyimide resin . Its processing is hot pressing or PREPREG winding.

NORSODYNE® H 13212 TAE - Unsaturated polyester resin in styrene,Orthophthalic. It is used as general purpose in hand lay up and spray up method.

AX-3270 is a Structural Epoxy Fiberglass Prepreg.

CFP Composites BM-5 is cost comparable to aluminum on a fully finished component basis, but with all the benefits of carbon fiber.

Kayco Composites R15 is a rigid, closed-cell, high-density polyurethane foam core panel. The reinforced panel is a sandwich construction with fiberglass reinforcements. The fiberglass reinforcements are offered in several schedules.

CM 15 is a Visual composites, Semi Structural and Fast Isothermally Press Curable, Class A Surface quality for painting, Hot Demoldable, Improved UV and environmental resistance, Improved fiber imprinting resistance

NORSODYNE® H 13239 - Unsaturated polyester resin in styrene,Orthophthalic. It is used to produce pipes and tanks through hand lay up and spray up,filament winding method.

Norsodyne® 3338 has general purpose, good water resistance, promoted and non-waxed. Main applications areas are automotive, building and construction, industrial sector, marine etc.

NORSODYNE® H 84233 L - Unsaturated polyester resin in styrene,halogenated. It is used to produce building panels,parts with high resistance to fire through hand lay up and spray up,continuous laminating method.

Gillfab® 1042 is a heat resistant laminate made from phenolic resin with fiberglass cloth reinforcement with smooth bondable faces intended for both laminate and sandwich construction.

AX-5201 is a Toughened Epoxy Carbon Laminating Prepreg.

Basalt Fiber & Composite Materials Technology Development BCF reinforcing nets BFN-5 is used for reinforcing nets for construction.

Norsodyne® CMI15100W - modified with mma and UV absorber contained resin for solid surface, good scratch and weathering resistance. Main applications areas are building and construction, industrial sector etc.

Norsodyne® 3600BNP - high filler loading, non-promoted and non-waxed. Main applications areas are automotive, building and construction, industrial sector, marine etc.