products in Automotive: Molding Compound

Quantum Composites

Lytex® 9063-E

Lytex® 9063-E is an epoxy high performance, fiberglass reinforced ESC® molding compound designed for military and aerospace structural applications requiring excellent mechanical properties, retention of properties at elevated temperatures, good chemical resistance and excellent electrical properties. It meets the requirements of MIL-M-46069 and MIL-M-46892.

Quantum Composites

AMC® 8592

AMC® 8592 is a chopped carbon fiber reinforced ESC® molding compound. It is easily moldable and provides parts that are high strength, fatigue resistant, with high heat resistance and a low density. The carbon fiber is standard modulus PAN based 12K tow.

Menzolit Ltd.

Menzolit® SMC 1100

menzolit® SMC 1100 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. The product contains no halogens or heavy metals nor any candidates from the REACH SVHC list.

Quantum Composites

Lytex® 4149

Lytex® 4149 is a chopped carbon fiber reinforced ESC® molding compound. It is easily moldable and provides parts that are high strength, fatigue resistant, with high heat resistance and a low density. The carbon fiber is standard modulus PAN based 3K tow.

Menzolit Ltd.

Menzolit® CarbonSMC™ 1100

menzolit® CarbonSMC™ 1100 is a sheet molding compound based on vinylester resin, it’s Carbon fiber reinforced. In case of fire the product doesn’t melt, neither does it form droplets. The material is molded in heated steel molds on hydraulic presses. It is highly recommended to work with chrome plated tools. For molding and machining, dust proof electrical circuits have to be used (IP54). The product contains no halogens or heavy metals nor any candidates from the REACH SVHC list.

Menzolit Ltd.

Menzolit® SMC 0400

menzolit® SMC 0400 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 a must to work with chrome plated tools. The product contains no halogens or heavy metals nor any candidates from the REACH SVHC list

Polynt Group

RECarbon® 90CFP40-400gr

RECarbon® 90CFP40-400gr - Recycled molding compound based on epoxy resin and reinforced with reinforced with pyrolized carbon fleece designed for compression molding technology. These material with a weight reduced potential and a high design freedom enter different areas for structural application where high mechanical properties are requested.

Quantum Composites

Quantum Composites QC-8700

Quantum Composites QC-8700 is a vinyl ester chopped E-glass fiber reinforced ESC® molding compound. It is easily moldable and provides parts that are high strength, fatigue resistant, with high heat resistance. It exhibits unusual toughness, and is suggested for applications subject to impacts and rough handling.

Quantum Composites

Quantum Composites QC-8705

Quantum Composites QC-8705 is a vinyl ester ESC® molding compound reinforced with continuous, unidirectional (0°) glassfibers. It provides high strength,stiffness, and fatigue resistance in the fiber direction, and can be used to selectively reinforce other materials.

Menzolit Ltd.

Menzolit® HPC 1300

menzolit® HPC 1300 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. The product contains no halogens or heavy metals nor any candidates from the REACH SVHC list.

Polynt Group

Polynt Group SMC LPA 2000 R27

Polynt Group SMC LPA 2000 R27 is a sheet molding compound based on an unsaturated polyester resin class “A” grade reinforced with glass fibers. This SMC has been developed for body panel application, with good mechanical properties and excellent surface. Good varnish adhesion and excellent gluing are other peculiarities of SMC LPA 2000 R27. SMC LPA 2000 R27 is formulated according to RoHS, REAC regulation SVHC and WEEE European legislation.

Menzolit Ltd.

Menzolit® BMC 3100

menzolit® BMC 3100 is a bulk 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 injection 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.

Polynt Group

Polynt Group BMC LPA 200/14

Polynt Group BMC LPA 200/14 Neutro is a bulk molding compound based on an unsaturated polyester resin class “A” grade reinforced with glass fibers. This BMC has been developed for reflector of front headlamp automotive. BMC LPA 200/14 Neutro combine an excellent surface, high thermal stability and zero fogging. Excellent varnish adhesion is other peculiarity of BMC LPA 200/14 Neutro. BMC LPA 200/14 Neutro is formulated according to RoHS, REAC regulation SVHC and WEEE European legislation.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation

GMTex®

GMTex® is a high-performance thermoplastic composite material that has been developed for applications requiring exceptional impact resistance, strength, and durability. Made from a polypropylene or polyamide resin matrix reinforced with both woven and randomly laid fibers, these moldable panels are favored as lightweight, high-performance replacements for steel, aluminum, magnesium, and other industrial materials, or alternatively as additional reinforcement for GMT panels.Features:High impact resistanceExceptional strength and durabilityLightweightMulti-layer glass fiber weave technologyReinforced with both woven and randomly laid fibersBenefits:Can replace traditional industrial materials like steel, aluminum, and magnesiumCan be used as an additional reinforcement for GMT panelsIdeal for use in structural vehicle components, such as front ends and bumper bracketsCan withstand high pressure and velocity conditionsApplications:Structural vehicle components, such as front ends and bumper bracketsIndustrial and manufacturing applications that require high impact resistance, strength, and durabilityAdditional reinforcement for GMT panels in various applications

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation

Mitsubishi Chemical Group GMT

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is considered the world market leader in the production of classic glass-mat-reinforced thermoplastics (GMT). This semi-finished product in panel form was developed primarily as a substitute for metals (steel, aluminum etc.) and its main purchasers can be found in the automotive industry. This is where it is frequently pressed on the industrial scale into complex 3D structural components, although it is also used as panels.

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation

SymaLITE®

SymaLITE is a special class of lightweight composites that offer low thermal expansion and exceptional mechanical and physical properties. Made from mixed glass and polymer fiber fleeces, SymaLITE is available in rolls and boards, which can be further molded into three-dimensional components using low-pressure molding.Features:Low thermal expansionExcellent mechanical and physical propertiesUltra-light and freely shapeableNoise-absorbentDirect facing with functional or decorative cover layers without adhesivesBenefits:Cost-efficient production of three-dimensional componentsDurable and noise-insulating material for car undershields and engine coversImpact-resistant and non-weathering for outdoor applications in the automotive and construction industrySubstitute for wood-based materials and rigid foams in sandwich constructions for the caravan and commercial vehicle industry.Applications:Automotive and caravan industryConstruction sectorCar headlinersOutdoor applications in the automotive and caravan industrySubstitute for wood-based materials and rigid foams in sandwich constructions for the caravan and commercial vehicle industry.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 02369 Single-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 02369 is a general purpose, organic filled phenolic molding compound, formulated to minimize the generation of free ammonia for applications that are sensitive to such formation. Plenco® 02369 offers excellent physical and electrical strength properties. UL recognized under component file E40654. 02369 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 08218 Polyester BMC

Plenco® 08218 is an 18% glass-filled polyester bulk molding compound characterized as an electrical grade, but has many outstanding properties that make it suitable for a broad range of applications because of its excellent electrical resistance and mechanical strength. Customers have found this material useful for commercial/industrial heavy duty electrical parts, enclosures for power distribution equipment, fuse holders, circuit breaker cases, electric motor housings and components. It is available in bulk or extruded form and colors upon request. It is UL recognized under file E40654.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 06404 Two-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 06404 is a glass fiber and mineral filled two-stage phenolic molding compound offering superior molded mechanical properties, especially tensile strength. Plenco® 06404 is available in black. Plenco® 06404 is UL recognized under component file E40654.

Cuyahoga Plastics

Cuyahoga Plastics EB3000-2

Cuyahoga Plastics EB3000-2 is A U.L recognized, flame retardant, mineral-filled, glass fiber reinforced polyester thermoset molding compound suitable for compression, transfer, and injection molding. It is currently supplied in bulk form, cut preforms and box length extrusions.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 01581 Polyester

Plenco® 01581 is a glass and mineral-reinforced pelletized polyester molding compound, exhibiting excellent dimensional stability, mechanical strength and also arc resistance, track resistance, and flammability ratings. UL recognized under component file E40654. 01581 is available in black and gray colors.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 07070 Single-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 07070 is a cotton flock and mineral filled resole phenolic molding compound, offering improved impact strength properties. 07070 is available in black.

Cuyahoga Plastics

Cuyahoga Plastics EB7000-1

Cuyahoga Plastics EB7000-1 is A U.L recognized, flame retardant, mineral-filled, glass fiber reinforced polyester thermoset molding compound suitable for compression, transfer, and injection molding. It is currently supplied in bulk form.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 01530 Polyester

Plenco® 01530 is a glass and mineral-reinforced pelletized polyester molding compound, offering improved mechanical strength properties along with excellent electrical properties and dimensional stability. UL recognized under component file E40654. 01530 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 07579 Two-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 07579 is a fast curing, woodflour filled, novolac phenolic molding compound, formulated for industrial applications that do not require a smooth finish. UL recognized under component file E40654. 07579 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 01510 Polyester

Plenco® 01510 is a mineral filled, pelletized polyester molding compound, which offers an excellent combination of electrical properties and dimensional stability. UL recognized under component file E40654. 01510 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 06343 Two-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 06343 is a mica reinforced phenolic molding compound, offering for a low power factor, low electrical losses, and good electrical properties after long exposures to high humidity. UL recognized under component file E40654. 06343 is available in natural color.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 06301 Two-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 06301 is an inorganic reinforced phenolic molding compound, offering excellent heat resistance, dimensional stability, and processability. Customers have found this material useful for automotive applications. It is not intended for electrical insulating applications. 06301 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 02535 Two-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 02535 is a general purpose, organic filled phenolic molding compound offering optimized cure characteristics and excellent electrical properties. UL recognized under component file E40654. 02535 is available in black. 02535 was qualified under military specification MIL-M-14 (superseded by ASTM D-5948) TYPE CFG and batches can, if requested and paid for, be tested for certification to the standard.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 01586 Polyester

Plenco® 01586 is a glass and mineral-reinforced pelletized polyester molding compound offering excellent heat resistance and mechanical strength properties. Customers have found this material useful for injection molded electrical appliance components. UL recognized under component file E40654. 01586 is available in gray color.

Cuyahoga Plastics

Cuyahoga Plastics EB5000-1

Cuyahoga Plastics EB5000-1 is A U.L recognized, flame retardant, mineral-filled, glass fiber reinforced polyester thermoset molding compound suitable for compression, transfer, and injection molding. It is currently supplied in bulk form, cut preforms, and box length extrusions.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 08228 Polyester BMC

Plenco® 08228 is a glass fiber reinforced polyester bulk molding compound. Plenco® 08228 is formulated for high-strength, low warpage, and a wide processing window. It is available in bulk or extruded form, with custom matched colors available upon request.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 07476 Single-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 07476 is a cotton flock filled resole phenolic molding compound, with improved physical strength, crack resistance, and is resistant to soap and detergent solutions at elevated temperatures. UL recognized under component file E40654. 07476 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 07591 Two-Stage Phenolic

Plenco® 07591 is a mineral and flock cotton filled novolac phenolic molding compound. UL recognized under component file E40654. 07591 is available in black.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 08218F Grey UV Polyester BMC

Plenco® 08218F is an 18% glass-filled polyester bulk molding compound characterized as an electrical grade, but has many outstanding properties that make it suitable for a broad range of applications because of its excellent electrical resistance and mechanical strength. Customers have found this material useful for commercial/industrial heavy duty electrical parts, enclosures for power distribution equipment, fuse holders, circuit breaker cases, electric motor housings and components. It is available in Gray color and can be supplied in bulk or extruded form. It is UL recognized under file E40654.

Plastics Engineering Company

Plastics Engineering Company 08112 Polyester BMC

Plenco® 08112 is a general purpose polyester bulk molding compound that is characterized by adding utility to a number of applications. Because of its combination of high heat resistance, good electrical properties and strength. Customers have found this material useful for such applications as iron skirts and other small appliance housings, coil bobbins, and electric motor components such as brush holders. It is available in either bulk or extruded form. Colors are available upon request. It is UL recognized under file E40654.