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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Composite Materials Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Product Highlights
- Reduction in number of ply laminates
- Reduction in debulk stages
- Reduction in waste
- Improved cutting efficiency
- Low initial cure temperature
- Capable of freestanding post cure
- Maximum 180°C (356°F) tool end use temperatur
- Low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE)
- Low volatile content
- 50 hours out life at 18°C (64°F
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Composites End Use
- Composites Processing Methods
- Recommended Applications
- Sport & Recreation
- Motorsport & Formula 1
- Automotive
- Energy
- Industrial
- Small-to-medium-sized autoclave tooling with fast cure, more efficient processing, excellent surface finish, and reduced overall tool cost
- 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
- Thermal Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Tg (DMTA) after 190°C (374°F) Onset post cure 185 (365) °C (°F) - Tg (DMTA) after 190°C (374°F) Peak tan δ post cure 209 (408) °C (°F) - - Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Density (23°C (73.4°F)) 1.23 (77) 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: 50 hours at 18°C (64°F)
- Storage Life: 6 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.