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How to mold long fiber reinforced thermoplastics?
2023-06-07
Long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFRT) are being used for injection molding applications with high mechanical properties. While LFRT technology can provide good strength, stiffness and impact properties, the processing method of this material plays an important role in determining what properties can be achieved in the final part. In order to successfully mold LFRTs, an understanding of some ...
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What polymer materials are used in the aerospace industry?
2023-06-15
The development of aerospace technology cannot be separated from new materials. The birth of a new generation of aerospace products is usually based on the successful development of a large number of advanced new materials. At the same time, the emergence of these aerospace products has also promoted the rapid launch and application of many new material projects. In particular, polymer materials, ...
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Typical applications of long glass fiber reinforced plastics in the automotive industry
2023-07-04
Long fibre reinforced thermoplastics (LFT) is the most commonly used base resin for LFT, followed by PP, PA and also PBT, PPS, PPA, TPU and other resins. It is worth mentioning that different fibers are needed for different resins to achieve better results. Development of LFT In 1980, Polymer Composites Corporation (PCI), USA, was the first to propose the theoretical design concept of LFT, and con...
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How to mold long fiber reinforced thermoplastics?
2023-07-17
Xiamen LFT Composite Plastic Co.,LTD was established in 2009, is a brand-name global suppliers of long fiber reinforced thermoplastic materials integrating product research & development（R&D）, production and sale marketing. Our LFT products have passed the ISO9001&16949 system certification and have obtained lots of national trademarks and patents, covering the fields of automotive, mi...
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A brief look at some of the key factors that make carbon fiber composites a viable alternative to traditional materials
2023-07-20
Nowadays, we find new uses for carbon fiber almost every day. These tiny filaments, which are currently available in a wide variety of functional shapes, have a diameter of one-tenth the thickness of a human hair. The fibers are processed into fabrics that can be used for molding subsequent molding processes and formed into tubes and sheets for construction, or as conventional threads for fiber wi...
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Study on the properties of long glass fiber reinforced TPU/PBT flame retardant composites
2023-07-31
summaries 9,10-Dihydro-9-oxa-10-phospha-phenanthrene-10-oxide (DOPO) was utilized as a flame retardant for the preparation of mass fraction 20% long glass fiber (LGF) reinforced thermoplastic polyurethane/polybutylene terephthalate/DOPO (20% LGF/TPU/PBT/DOPO) flame retardant composites were prepared, and the flame retardancy, rheological and mechanical properties of the flame retardant composites ...
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What are the forms of application of TPU materials in the automotive industry?
2023-08-11
TPU, full name Thermoplastic Polyurethanes, is a thermoplastic polyurethane rubber which is combined by the hard chain segments of ammonia ester reacting with isocyanate and the soft chain segments of polyester or polyether with each other in a block, there is no or very little cross-linking on the chemical structure, and the molecule is basically linear, but there exists a certain amount of physi...
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How do I choose a resin when using long glass fiber composites?
2023-08-15
Composite materials are all combined by reinforcing fibers and a plastic material, the role of the resin in the composite material is crucial, the selection of the resin determines a series of characteristic process parameters, part of the mechanical properties and functionality (thermal properties, flammability, environmental resistance, etc.), the resin properties are also a key factor in recogn...
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The secret of flame retardant PP - what you want to know are here
2023-08-30
Polypropylene (PP), as one of the five general-purpose plastics, has a wide range of applications in all walks of life, however, the flammable characteristics of PP also limits its application space, hindering the further development of PP materials, so the flame retardant modification of PP has been the focus of attention. Combustion process and mechanism of polymer materials Polymer materials ar...
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Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS): A Comprehensive Guide to High-Temperature Resistant Plastics
2023-10-26
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) is a high performance high temperature resistant engineering thermoplastic. It has a semi-crystalline structure and a unique combination of properties. They range from dimensional and thermal stability to high temperature and chemical resistance. Due to its excellent electrical insulation properties, it is suitable for electrical components. Learn more about this versat...
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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK): The Complete Guide to Ultra-High Performance Engineering Plastics
2023-10-26
Polyetheretherketone, commonly abbreviated as PEEK, is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic that belongs to the polyketone family. It is known for its excellent mechanical, thermal and chemical properties. These properties make PEEK suitable for a wide range of applications. Uses include the aerospace, automotive, medical and electronics industries. But do you know what makes it unique com...
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3D printing of fiber-reinforced composites
2023-10-27
Today, additive manufacturing technology has enabled the formation of thermoplastic materials, metals, ceramics and photosensitive resins to meet the needs of different industries, such as aerospace, automotive or biomedical. Current composite materials such as fiber reinforced composites can also be 3D printed. The reinforcement of composite materials, usually in the form of powder or filament, h...
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