FILCO

FILCO® 368 is a saturated polyester resin in a non-ionic water emulsion, functioning as a plasticizer in sizing glass fiber. It appears as a milky liquid with main product characteristics such as medium-low molecular weight, non-ionic emulsion, narrow particle size distribution, and excellent compatibility with both polyester and PVAC emulsions.

FILCO® 661 is a bisphenolic, unsaturated polyester resin available in powder form, specifically employed as a binder for chopped strand mat applications. It presents as a light yellow powder. Notable product characteristics include a very high molecular weight, rapid solubility in styrene, a high binding capacity for glass fibers, particularly in 'hot melt' operating conditions, and excellent compatibility with unsaturated polyester matrices.

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® 106 is a polyurethane resin available in anionic or non-ionic water emulsion form, renowned for its exceptional hydrolysis stability and precise particle size distribution. It boasts high mechanical shear stability, even when the emulsion is diluted. FILCO® 106 finds application as a film former in glass fiber sizes intended for chopped strand use. It is particularly well-suited for thermoplastic matrices, specifically polyamides, where it contributes to enhancing various properties within these materials.

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® 108 is a product which stands as a polyurethane resin, expertly formulated within an anionic or nonionic water dispersion. FILCO® 108 is a liquid-based product which boasts a prominent labeling claim of being non-flammable, showcasing its inherent safety and reliability.

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® 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® 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® 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® 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® 308G is an epoxy resin formulated within an ionic water emulsion, distinguished by specific characteristics which includes a pure epoxy resin composition, an anionic emulsion nature, a narrow particle size distribution, and robust mechanical shear stability, even in diluted emulsions.

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® 309HP is an epoxy resin formulated in a non-ionic water emulsion, tailored for use as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance presents it as a milky liquid, embodying characteristics such as 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® 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® 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.

FILCO® 322 is a urethanized epoxy resin meticulously crafted within a non-ionic water emulsion, dedicated to serving as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. It is presented in liquid form, showcasing notable material traits including excellent compatibility, good non-yellowing properties, a favorable surface finish, robust thermal stability, and high hardness. This versatile resin finds applications across various composite end-uses, such as Bulk Molding Compounds (BMC), Sheet Molding Compounds (SMC), and within automotive applications.

FILCO® 322HP stands as a urethanized epoxy resin expertly formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically serving as a film-former in glass fiber sizings. Presented in a liquid form with a milky appearance, it possesses notable material traits, including excellent non-yellowing properties, robust thermal stability, and high hardness. Its applications span across various composite end-uses, such as Bulk Molding Compounds (BMC) and Sheet Molding Compounds (SMC).

FILCO® 339 represents an unsaturated polyester-epoxy resin meticulously crafted within a non-ionic water dispersion, dedicated to serving as a film former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance is akin to that of a milky liquid. Notable product characteristics include a narrow particle size distribution, a prolonged shelf life attributed to hydrolytic resistance and fine particle size, as well as high mechanical shear stability, even in diluted emulsions.

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® 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® 348 is an 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. Key product characteristics include its composition as a pure epoxy resin, a narrow particle size distribution, stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation, as well as demonstrating high mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions.

FILCO® 348HP is an epoxy resin formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion, designed specifically as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance resembles that of a milky liquid. Key product characteristics encompass its composition as a pure epoxy resin, 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® 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® 352 is an unsaturated polyester resin formulated within a non-ionic or anionic water emulsion, dedicated to serving as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. Its appearance is that of a milky liquid. Noteworthy product characteristics include a narrow particle size distribution, a commendable shelf life attributed to hydrolytic resistance and fine particle size, high mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions, as well as stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation across a wide pH range.

FILCO® 354N represents an unsaturated polyester resin finely crafted within a non-ionic water dispersion, serving as a film former within glass fiber sizings. Its presentation showcases a milky liquid appearance. Key product characteristics encompass a non-ionic emulsifier inherent within the polymer, a narrow particle size distribution, a prolonged shelf life attributed to hydrolytic resistance and fine particle size, high mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions, and robust stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation across a wide pH range.

FILCO® 355 stands as a modified epoxy resin formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion, specifically employed as a film-former in glass fiber sizings, particularly suited for woven roving applications. It presents as a milky liquid and is available in a liquid physical form. Notable material features include good flexibility and the provision of a non-tacky surface.

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® 361 is an epoxy-ester resin meticulously crafted within a non-ionic water emulsion, designated as a film-former within glass fiber sizings. It manifests as a milky liquid. Key product characteristics include its high molecular weight epoxy-ester composition, a narrow particle size distribution, a commendable shelf life attributed to hydrolytic resistance and fine particle size, high mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions, and robust stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation across a wide pH range.

FILCO® 362 is an epoxy-ester resin meticulously formulated within a non-ionic water emulsion, serving as a film-former in glass fiber sizings. Its appearance resembles that of a milky liquid. Noteworthy product characteristics include a non-ionic emulsifier embedded within the polymer, a narrow particle size distribution, a commendable shelf life due to hydrolytic resistance and fine particle size, high mechanical shear stability even in diluted emulsions, and robust stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation across a wide pH range.

FILCO® 366 is a highly unsaturated polyester resin meticulously dispersed within a non-ionic water dispersion, dedicated to serving as a film former in glass fiber sizings. Its appearance is that of a milky liquid. Key product characteristics encompass its high unsaturation, integration of a non-ionic emulsifier within the polymer, stability against hydrolysis and sedimentation, a narrow particle size distribution, and high mechanical shear stability, even in diluted emulsions.

FILCO® 366/1 serves as a film former within the chemical family of polyesters, particularly unsaturated polyester (UPE). Notably, it demonstrates slow solubility in styrene, contributing to the superior surface appearance of composite materials when applied. This characteristic makes it suitable for applications where achieving an enhanced surface finish is essential.

FILCO® 388 represents an easily dispersible unsaturated polyester resin in water. It presents as a yellow-amber, viscous liquid and is recommended as a film-former for continuous filament mat (CFM). Typically applied as a water micro-colloidal emulsion to glass fibers, FILCO 388 can incorporate benzoyl peroxide as an initiator during its application.

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® 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® 350 is an unsaturated polyester resin in a non-ionic water emulsion, serving as a film former in sizings for glass fibers. The appearance is a milky liquid, and characteristics of the resulting film include being clear, non-tacky, and compatible with unsaturated polyesters. It also exhibits rapid solubility in styrene.