Products in Prepregs & Molding Compounds

Composite Materials Molding Compound A 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

Composite Materials Laminate A is composed of layers of a pigmented paper melamine resin inner cores and white, black, or colored cover sheets. The main difference between this product and ES-1 is that the Composite Materials Laminate A is colored rather than white. The material comes in a standard sheet size of 36 inches ± 1.00 x 39 inches ± 1.00, with standard thicknesses of 1/16, 3/32, and 1/8 inch. Standard finish options are polished, or P (highly polished and shiny), and Lamicoid satin, or LS (non-brushed and dull). Contact Customer Service for Availability.

Composite Materials Molding Compound B 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. Composite Materials Molding Compound B is available in black.

Composite Materials Laminate B is a high strength, medium weave glass epoxy laminate that retains a minimum of 50 percent of its room temperature flexural strength when tested at 150ºC. Typical applications include insulation in power generation equipment and other structural applications when used in elevated temperatures. Composite Materials Laminate B is certifiable to MIL-I-24768/3, Type GEB.

Composite Materials Laminate C is a flexible EAP laminate for actuators and capacitive sensors. Composite Materials Laminate C for electroactive applications consist of one or several ultrathin silicone layers of Composite Materials Laminate C Film. This film, which is only 20 to 400 µm thick, is coated with special electrodes, laminated and cut to shape. Several layers are then stacked on top of each other.

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 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.

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.

NEXIPAL® is a versatile EAP (Electroactive Polymer) laminate designed for actuators and capacitive sensors. It is composed of one or multiple ultrathin silicone layers, known as ELASTOSIL® Film, which have a thickness ranging from 20 to 400 µm. These silicone layers are coated with specialized electrodes, laminated together, and then precisely cut into the desired shape. Multiple layers can be stacked on top of each other to achieve the desired performance.

The OS-6 series are nylon 6 thermoplastic organosheets that contain woven fabrics as heavy as 2,500 g/m2. The composite sheets characterized by high strength and stiffness."

Phenolic paper based grade for mechanical applications. Good tensile, compressive and flexural strength. Primarily a machining material, but may be hot punched up to .093" thick. NP610 meets MIL-I24768/12 Type PBM, ASTM D709 Type X and IEC 60893-3-4 PFCP 201.

Lower cost paper phenolic NEMA Grade XP. NP660 uses natural kraft paper without pigmented cover sheet. It is a warm to hot punching material. It is available in natural and black only, without a pigmented cover, only. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

Hot punching grade with excellent electrical properties and low moisture absorption. Major application is for punched parts for switches and other insulation applications requiring high electrical strength in applications where either moisture is present or in areas of high humidity.

A paper-base laminate with low phenolic resin content for hard, flat surfaces. This material is most commonly used for drill entry material in the PCB industry.

BR70 is a red colored composite made from a 24 oz/sq. yd canvas which is passed through the treater twice to insure impregnation of the fibers and to obtain the resin content desired for optimal performance. The resin system is a phenolic with good impregnation qualities and cured hardness. BR70 is designed for highly loaded bearing applications, where the lubrication is provided by oil, water or a mixture.

High flexural, impact and tensile strengths, and very high flexural modulus. It is constructed of glass fabric impregnated with an epoxy resin system. NP512 is engineered to provide better physical properties than NEMA FR-4, and be more dimensionally stable than standard NP510A. Applications for this material are where enhanced flexural modulus and physical strength are desired.

17 oz. aramid and "soft glass" fibers are combined to make a fabric that is stronger than pure aramid and less abrasive than glass fabrics. This material is impregnated with a high temperature epoxy resin matrix, which produces a composite with excellent mechanical strength at elevated temperatures and adverse environments.

ES4 is composed of layers of a pigmented paper melamine resin inner cores and white, black, or colored cover sheets. The main difference between this product and ES-1 is that the ES-4 core is colored rather than white. The material comes in a standard sheet size of 36 inches ± 1.00 x 39 inches ± 1.00, with standard thicknesses of 1/16, 3/32, and 1/8 inch. Standard finish options are polished, or P (highly polished and shiny), and Lamicoid satin, or LS (non-brushed and dull). Contact Customer Service for Availability.

BR60 is a black colored composite made from a 24 oz/sq. yd canvas which is passed through the treater twice to insure impregnation of the fibers and to obtain the resin content desired for optimal performance. The resin system is a molybdenum disulfide filled phenolic with good impregnation qualities and cured hardness. BR60 is specifically designed for highly loaded bearing applications, where the lubrication is provided by the molybdenum disulfide. It may have a slightly greenish tint in the finished laminate.

Hot punching general-purpose phenolic grade. Mechanical properties approach those of NP610 with improved electrical properties and moisture resistance. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

A paper-base laminate with low phenolic resin content for hard, flat surfaces. It is typically hot punched for numerous low voltage electrical applications of less than 250 volts where the material is not subjected to high humidity.

Bleached canvas phenolic laminate with graphite added as a solid lubricant. This material has improved wear properties under certain conditions. Better moisture absorption and machinability than NP315. Material is conductive to electricity and should not be used where this is detrimental to the application.

Hot punching general-purpose phenolic grade. Mechanical properties approach those of NP610 with improved electrical properties and moisture resistance. NP611 meets the requirements of IEC60893-3-4-PF CP 201.

ES1 is a melamine laminate composed of a white melamine paper core and various pigmented cover sheets. The three-ply material comes in a standard sheet size of 36 inches ± 1.00 x 39 inches ± 1.00, with standard thicknesses of 1/16, 3/32, and 1/8 inch. Standard finish options are polished, or P (highly polished and shiny), and Lamicoid satin, or LS (non-brushed and dull).

NP629 is a paper-phenolic high-pressure laminate and intended primarily for mechanical applications, but is suitable for electrical applications as well. The electrical properties are not quite as good as those of NP630. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

NP643 is constructed from an electrical grade kraft paper and a high temperature specially modified epoxy resin system. It is designed to be used in tap changers, coil support plates and terminal panels for transformers and their accessories.

A paper-base laminate with low phenolic resin content for hard, flat surfaces. This material is normally used in the printed circuit board industry as a backup for the drilling operation. However, it is also used in other industries for tooling stock because of its ease of machining and good dimensional stability.

NP572 is a high strength, medium weave glass epoxy laminate that retains a minimum of 50 percent of its room temperature flexural strength when tested at 150ºC and its Tg is guaranteed to be 180°C or greater. Typical applications include electrical equipment subjected to elevated temperatures. NP572 is certifiable to IEC 60216-3, IEEE STD 98-2002 and ASTM D2304 for Class H insulation in electrical devices. NP572 is also certifiable to MIL-I-24768/3, Type GEB.

MC330 is a cotton cloth/phenolic resin composite which is specially processed to be used in cryogenic applications. Such applications include spacers for installation of liquid oxygen apparatus where temperatures are as low as minus 320° F.

Canvas phenolic laminate with graphite added as a solid lubricant. This material has improved wear properties under certain conditions. Material is conductive to electricity and should not be used where this is detrimental to the application.

Room temperature punching and shearing grade up to 0.125″ thick. NP615 is more flexible with lower mechanical properties than NP611. NP615 is produced with high resin content melamine impregnated surfaces to give the resulting laminate better arc resistance. Intended for applications where electrical and moisture requirements are secondary.

ES2 consists of three internal layers (two colored decorative surfaces, two white sub-cores just below the surfaces, and a black core centered in the thermoset composite material). ES-2 is a five-ply material, which comes in a standard sheet size of 36 inches ± 1.00 x 39 inches ± 1.00, with standard-thicknesses of 3/32 and 1/8 inch. Weights of the three standard-thickness sheets are approximately 7.0, and 9.3 lb., respectively. Standard finish options are polished, or P (highly polished and shiny), or LS (non-brushed and dull).

ES3 consists of a black phenolic paper core and two colored decorative surfaces impregnated with melamine resin. The three-ply, high performance material comes in a standard sheet size of 36 inches ± 1.00 x 39 inches ± 1.00, with standard thicknesses of 1/16, 3/32, and 1/8 inch. Standard finish options are polished, or P (highly polished and shiny), or LS (non-brushed and dull).

NP338 is a combination of two Norplex-Micarta grades, NP310 which is a canvas phenolic, on one side of the laminate, and NP315, a canvas phenolic with graphite added as a solid lubricant on the other side of the laminate. NP338 is ideal for applications requiring high impact strength and low coefficient of friction such as railway couplers. Material is conductive to electricity and should not be used where conductivity is detrimental to the application.

Canvas phenolic laminate with molybdenum disulfide lubricant. The mechanical properties are slightly lower than NP310. NP313 is used for lubricity in the composite when carbon (graphite) cannot be used because of conductivity.

NP193PM is composed of a 17 oz. aramid and "soft glass" fibers are combined to make a fabric that is stronger than pure aramid and less abrasive than glass fabrics. This material is impregnated with a high temperature phenolic resin matrix which includes a non-conducting solid lubricant. This composite has excellent mechanical strength at elevated temperatures and adverse environments. Applications include wear plates for conveyor systems, valve plates, and compressor and pump vanes.