Menzolit® SMC 0160

menzolit® SMC 0160 is a sheet molding compound based on unsaturated polyester resin. The product is glass fiber reinforced and contains mineral fillers. In case of fire the product doesn’t melt, neither does it form droplets nor is smoke generation excessive. The material is compression molded in heated steel molds. It is recommended to work with chrome plated tools. It does not contain any halogens nor any candidates from the REACH SVHC list.

Brand: Menzolit (45 products)

Functions: Molding Compound

Chemical Family: Polyesters

Reinforcement Material: Glass Fibers, Mineral

Processing Methods: Compression Molding

Technical Data Sheet

Enhanced TDS

Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Polyesters
Polymer Name: Thermoset Polyester
Reinforcement Material: Glass Fibers,
Mineral
Composite Materials Functions: Molding Compound
Technologies: Composite Materials
Product Families: Composite Materials — Prepregs & Molding Compounds
Sheet Molding Compounds (SMC)

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Halogen-free
Materials Features: Flame Retardant

Applications & Uses

Markets: Electrical & Electronics
Applications: Electrical & Electronics — Parts & Components
Other Parts & Components
Composites Processing Methods: Compression Molding
Applications: General purpose SMC for electrical applications especially wiring cabinets. Fire retardancy UL 94 HB, glow wire 850 °C

Properties

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Surface Resistivity	10^12	Ohm	IEC 60093
Comparative Tracking Index	CTI600	Level	IEC 60112
Continuous Service Temp	165	°C	Menzolit
Density	1.8	g/cm³	ISO 1183
Fire Retardancy	HG at 3	mm	UL 94
Flex Modulus	9	GPa	EN ISO 14125
Flexural Strength	145	MPa	EN ISO 14125
Glow Wire Index	850	°C	IEC 60707-3
Heat Distortion Temp	min. 200	°C	EN ISO 75-2
Impact Strength	65	kJ/m²	EN ISO 179
Shrinkage	0.15	%	ISO 2577
Tensile Strength	60	MPa	EN ISO 527-4
Water Absorption	max. 0.5	%	ISO 62
Young’s Modulus	10	GPa	EN ISO 527-4

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Rolls
Form of Supply: menzolit® SMC 0160 is produced in a standard width of 1500 mm. It is supplied on rolls holding up to 1500 kg. It is possible to have it folded and packed in cardboard/wooden crates. In any case a styrene barrier film wrapping is being used. For alternative packaging please contact our technical service team. Available in all colors.