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Toray AmberTool® HX42

Toray Toray AmberTool® HX42 is a low temperature curing epoxy composite tooling prepreg. After a suitable post cure, an end use temperature of 190°C (374°F) is achieved. Toray AmberTool® HX42 is an exceptional and very well proven system that exhibits a high end use temperature and extended out life. 50–75°C (122–167°F) Low Temperature Curing Epoxy Tooling Prepreg.

Brand: Toray AmberTool (6 products)

Polymer Name: Epoxy Resins & Compounds

Functions: Prepreg

Processing Methods: Prepreg Processing

End Uses: Motorsport, Radomes, Satellites, Tanks

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Epoxy & Epoxy Derivatives
Polymer Name
Epoxy Resins & Compounds
Composite Materials Functions
Prepreg
Technologies
Composite Materials
Product Families
Composite Materials — Prepregs & Molding Compounds
Thermoset Prepregs

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Low initial cure temperature
  • High end use temperature of 190°C (374°F)
  • Excellent drape for complex shapes
  • 5 days out life at 18°C (64°F)
  • Capable of freestanding post cure
  • Low prepreg volatile content
  • Low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE)
  • Surface machinable following post cure
  • Excellent resistance to phenolic resins

Applications & Uses

Markets
Automotive & Transportation,
Industrial
Applications
Automotive & Transportation — Automotive
Chassis & Brake,
Exterior & Body,
Interior,
Powertrain & UTH
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Equipment & Parts
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
Aerospace & Aviation
Composites End Use
Motorsport,
Radomes,
Satellites,
Tanks
Composites Processing Methods
Prepreg Processing
Recommended Applications
  • Launch
  • Space & Satellite
  • Motorsport & Formula 1
  • Automotive
  • Aerostructures
  • Radome
  • Industrial
  • Proven pedigree in aerospace tooling
  • Suitable for autoclave or vacuum bag cure
Processing Method

Processing parameters and instructions are provided in the Toray AmberTool® material processing information guide from Toray Advanced Composites at www.toraytac.com/tooling.

Properties

Physical Form
Prepreg
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Tg (DMTA) after 190°C (374°F) Onset post cure200 (392)°C (°F)-
Tg (DMTA) after 190°C (374°F) Peak tan δ post cure220 (428)°C (°F)-
Typical CTE for a carbon3.0 (1.65) x10-6°C (°F)-
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (23°C (73.4°F))1.23 (76.7)g/cm³(lbs./ft³)-

Safety & Health

Product Safety And Shelf Life

Product Safety:

Observe established precautions for handling epoxy resins and fibrous materials. Ensure adequate ventilation and wear gloves and protective clothing.

Shelf Life:

  • Out Life: 5 days at 18°C (64°F)
  • Storage Life: 12 months at -18°C (0°F)

Out life is the maximum time allowed at ambient temperature before cure. To avoid moisture condensation: Following removal from cold storage, allow the prepreg to reach room temperature before opening the polythene bag. Typically, the thaw time for a full roll of material will be 4 to 6 hours.