Products in Composite Materials: Vacuum Bagging

Composite Materials Surface Finish C is a Two component epoxy system, Component A epoxy resin, filled, black, Component B amine, unfilled, amber.

ROHACELL® A is a closed-cell rigid foam crafted from polymethacrylimide (PMI) chemistry. Notably, it is entirely devoid of CFCs, aligning with environmental considerations. Engineered with precision, ROHACELL® A foam is tailored to meet the rigorous standards of the aerospace industry. It offers versatility in aerospace applications, supporting both prepreg processing and vacuum infusion across various pressure and temperature ranges.

Crestafix® B72R Bonding Paste is a polyester-based, MEKP catalysed core bedding compound, developed for both hand-layup and vacuum-bag core installation. It is used as a 2-part system in conjunction with a priming resin applied to the core surface. Lightweight and non-sagging, Crestafix® B72R is formulated to the degree of elasticity required for the core to skin interface.

Basaltex NV Basaltex BAS1101 is an impregnated basalt fabric designed as fire barrier in composites for public transport, aerospace, maritime, automotive as well as building and construction. Basalt fibers are extruded from 100% basalt volcanic rocks. They are characterized by outstanding mechanical properties combined with unique heat resistance. Basalt fibers are inert at high temperatures, will not soften like glass fibers, and retain their structure as barrier in a fire.

ECCellent unidirectional fabrics ( eUD ) are our new premium brand in area of high performance undirectional reinforcement composites. eUD's can be characterized by their high quality , high surface coverage and high performance.

AeroWindTech AWTPP 605 is designed for vacuum bag lay-up composites and metal-to-metal bonding structures. AWTPP-605 is produced from 100% Polyester fiber. The fiber melts at approximately 480°F (249°C). The fabric leaves a medium surface impression for priming and secondary bonding and is available in precision slit widths. This product is available in standard white heat set finish.

THINPREG™ TP 415 is a rubber toughened version of TP402, design for sporting goods application, combining high elongation and great toughness. It is available in ultra-Thin Ply format, as low as 15gsm. This hot-melt epoxy prepreg is recommended to be cured at 135°C for optimal performance and a Tg until 145°C Onset (by E’ DMA). This matrix has a very good flow control. TP415 offers excellent mechanical properties on a wide variety of fibers, and fiber weights.

Evopreg® PFC502 prepregs are a range of fire-retardant, pre-impregnated composite materialsbased on a PFA (Polyfurfuryl Alcohol) bioresin. PFA is a thermosetting bioresin derived from crop waste and is similar to phenolic resin but withlower toxicity and VOC emissions. In addition to its environmental credentials, PFA hasoutstanding fire retardant properties, plus excellent temperature and chemical resistance. The prepregs can be supplied with a range of reinforcement fibers and fabric constructions,including woven and unidirectional E-glass fiber and carbon fiber. They can be consolidated byvacuum bagging, autoclave or press molding and are designed for applications includingaircraft interiors, rail interiors, marine, offshore and construction.

Park’s E-718 is a modified epoxy resin system. E-718 is designed to provide excellent mechanical properties at low cure pressures.

AX-3201XL is an Epoxy Fiberglass Prepreg for Vacuum Bag Only Processing.

Toray E726 is a toughened epoxy resin system with controlled flow for cures at 120°C (248°F), pre-impregnated into high performance fibers such as carbon, glass and aramid. It is designed for use within medical and industrial Applicationss and would also suit a wide range of engineering Applicationss. Toray E726 is compatible for co-cure with Toray EF72, a 120°C (248°F) cure resin film and Toray MicroPly™ SC72A syntactic core.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-2005 is a 350°F Curing Toughened Epoxy Prepreg system. In response to widespread aerospace market demand for an alternative to industry-standard toughened epoxies, has developed the NEXT generation Toughened Epoxy Prepreg, optimized for both hand-lay-up and automated fiber placement (AFP) processing. RM-2005 is supported by an extensive mechanical property database on both carbon tape and fabric. Excellent mechanical performance and damage tolerance makes RM-2005 a superior choice for military or commercial structural applications. RM-2005 is readily available with no minimum order quantities and the fastest lead times in the industry.

It is optimization of multiaxial fabrics (eMax) enables us to meet the high requirements of the Aerospace and Automotive industry with respect to quality and reliability, as well as the easiness of processing the material into parts.

Vist Composite SK2VF230-1 is a heat and wear resistant co-extrusion nylon vacuum film designed for the production of complex composite parts in the aerospace industry. The film is chemically resistant to almost all binders, including bismaleimide ones. The product is used in various processes for the manufacture of parts from polymer composite materials.

Stretchlon® 200 vacuum bag film is a high elongation elastomeric film which can be used for cures up to 121°C and debulking operations. When parts with multiple contours are vacuum bagged, Stretchlon® 200 is an excellent choice as the high elongation will stretch into complex features. This film is not affected by low humidity environment. It is recommended for cures with epoxy and phenolic resins.

It is optimization of multiaxial fabrics (eMax) enables us to meet the high requirements of the Aerospace and Automotive industry with respect to quality and reliability, as well as the easiness of processing the material into parts.

CoreFix is an innovative prepreg used for stabilizing metallic and non-metallic honeycomb materials during handling and machining operations. CoreFix is designed to be easily removed from the core without tearing or distorting the honeycomb.

SIMPREX® 1455 are advanced vinyl ester prepreg designed to provide high strength and toughness retention at elevated temperature. SIMPREX® 1455 have a medium tack and are a great choice for many applications in the range of medium to high service temperature.

Vist Composite SK2RS230-2 is a 50 shore A hardness, uncured, highly elastic silicone sheet compound for use as a vacuum bag in the molding of aircraft industry parts. SK2RS230-2 has good strength characteristics, elasticity and high temperature resistance; effective in molding products of complex shapes. Widely used in vacuum and heat presses, and applied in the composite industry to produce composite parts. The product can be used at temperatures from -60°C (-76°F) up to 250°C (446°F).

ECCellent unidirectional fabrics ( eUD ) are our new premium brand in area of high performance undirectional reinforcement composites. eUD's can be characterized by their high quality , high surface coverage and high performance.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-2002 provides high-performance materials for aircraft applications, both primary and secondary structure and toughened prepregs available.

Toray TC350-1 is a toughened matrix for structural advanced composite Applicationss. TC350-1 offers an excellent balance of toughness, mechanical property translation, and hot/wet performance. It is easily processed via out-ofautoclave or press curing operations. TC350-1 develops a 191°C (376°F) Tg after a 177°C (350°F) cure, which coupled with low moisture absorption translates into excellent hot/wet performance. TC350-1 is available with virtually all fiber reinforcements in uni-directional tape, slit uni-directional tape, woven, and non-woven prepreg formats. 177°C (350°F) Cure, Toughened Epoxy Prepreg.

It is optimization of multiaxial fabrics (eMax) enables us to meet the high requirements of the Aerospace and Automotive industry with respect to quality and reliability, as well as the easiness of processing the material into parts.

APCM DA 4090 is modified epoxy pre-impregnated system which can cure at 250°F (121°C) for one hour. DA 4090 | DA 4092 can be supplied on any commercially available glass, Kevlar, or graphite fabric. DA 4090 is a one sided pre-impregnated fabric yielding a single sided tack material. DA 4092 is the same system where both sides of the fabric are pre-impregnated yielding a double sided tack material. Both prepreg systems can be used for laminating and honeycomb sandwich construction.

Toray’s TC250 offers an excellent balance of toughness, mechanical properties, and hot/wet performance. It is easily processed via vacuum bag/oven, autoclave, or press curing operations. Although TC250 is a 130°C (265°F) cure system, it can be post cured for a higher dry and wet Tg, which enhance the product’s elevated temperature performance. TC250 can also be cured or freestanding post cured to 177°C (350°F) to increase its high temperature performance. TC250 is available with virtually all fiber reinforcements in uni-directional tape, slit unidirectional tape, woven, and non-woven prepreg forms. 130°C (265°F) Cure, Toughened Epoxy Resin System

AeroWindTech AWTNPP 204 is designed for vacuum bag lay-up composites, metal-to-metal bonding structures, and resin infusion layup processes. It is a white nylon with red tracers to prevent material being left behind. This Heat Set and scoured finish material is a 100% Nylon 6, 6 fiber and melts at approximately 419° F (212° C). This product is not recommended for phenolic systems. The fabric leaves a rough surface impression for priming and secondary bonding and is available in precision slit widths.

AX-5201XL is an Epoxy Carbon Prepreg for Vacuum Bag Only Processing.

Evopreg® EPC300 prepregs are a range of fire-retardant, pre-impregnated composite materialsbased on a PFA (Polyfurfuryl Alcohol) bioresin. PFA is a thermosetting bioresin derived from crop waste and is similar to phenolic resin but withlower toxicity and VOC emissions. In addition to its environmental credentials, PFA hasoutstanding fire retardant properties, plus excellent temperature and chemical resistance. The prepregs can be supplied with a range of reinforcement fibers and fabric constructions,including woven and unidirectional E-glass fiber and carbon fiber. They can be consolidated byvacuum bagging, autoclave or press molding and are designed for applications includingaircraft interiors, rail interiors, marine, offshore and construction.

ECCellent unidirectional fabrics ( eUD ) are our new premium brand in area of high performance undirectional reinforcement composites. eUD's can be characterized by their high quality , high surface coverage and high performance.

Wrightlon® 600V vacuum bagging film is designed for low cost, commercial applications yet still performs with high pressure autoclave cure cycles. It has good elongation and stays soft in low humidity conditions.

Toray 8020-FR is a modified epoxy resin system suitable for curing between 70°C (158°F) and 120°C (248°F). The medium viscosity resin is pre impregnated into high performance fibers such as carbon, glass and aramid. Toray 8020-FR offers excellent structural properties, flame retardance and toughness. Toray 8020-FR is designed for structural Applicationss in the motor racing, general industrial fabrications and marine industries and is suitable for a wide range of engineering Applicationss.

200 gsm Plain 3K Carbon Plain Weave Carbon is woven over-one-under-one leaving it with a simple grid pattern appearance. This carbon fiber cloth is suitable for use in wet-lay, vacuum bagging and resin infusion manufacture as well as for use as a single surface layer where parts are being made to look like carbon fiber (skinning).

Vist Composite SK2RF120-1 developed for use in the manufacture of products from polymer composite materials by contact molding, in infusion processes, in oven and autoclave molding. The film is suitable for use with a wide range of epoxy, polyester and vinyl ester resins, however we recommend that you test a small amount of film before making large items. low temperature separating film, specially.

SIMPREX® H425 is an advanced vinyl ester prepreg designed to provide excellent fire retardance properties (V-0 flammability rating). It is ideal for manufacturing sandwich structures, providing good adhesion to core materials such as Nomex® honeycomb, balsa and foams. SIMPREX® H425 is a great choice for many applications in the range of low to medium service temperature, where a high degree of fire retardance is required.

PRF Composite Materials RP542-1 is a controlled flow, tough epoxy prepreg system formulated for the manufacture of high performance structural composite parts requiring very good impact strength properties. The system has been formulated for a medium temperature cure of 80 - 120°C under vacuum or autoclave pressure and is also suitable for press molding. Fully cured, this system has a dry service temperature capability up to 120°C. The component surface finish with this system is excellent. The tack level of this system can be adjusted to meet the constructor’s individual requirements and will be retained for up to 40 days at 22°C making this system suitable for the manufacture of large composite components. RP-542-1 can be supplied on most of the vast range of PRF reinforcement materials in widths up to 1350 mm wide.

SIMPREX® 1255 are advanced vinyl ester prepreg designed to provide high strength and toughness retention at elevated temperature. SIMPREX® 1255 have a medium tack and are a great choice for many applications in the range of medium to high service temperature.