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CoreLite PET 110

CoreLite PET is a cost-effective, closed-cell PET foam specially formulated to provide high mechanical properties. It is a 100% recyclable polymer foam with excellent performance. Engineered to meet the physical demands needed in high performance applications, including carrying static and dynamic loads. CoreLite PET can be used as a replacement for PVC and Honeycomb. It possesses excellent laminate-to-core bonding adhesion.

Brand: CoreLite PET (8 products)

Functions: Core Material

Core Type: Thermoplastic Foam

Chemical Family: Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

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Applications
Composites End Use
Composites Processing Methods
Processing Information
  • Prepreg processing
  • Resin infusion / injection (VARTM / RTM)
  • Adhesive bonding
  • Vacuum infusion
  • Thermo-formable
  • Hand Lay-up and Spray-up
  • Compression molding (GMT, SMC)
Recommended Applications
  • Marine: Hulls, Decks, Superstructures, Bulkheads, Interiors and Stringers
  • Wind Energy: Blades (shear webs & shells), Nacelles
  • Transportation: Primary Body Structure, Interior Structure, Sidewalls, Floors and Ceilings
  • Construction: Roof Panels, Support Wall Insulation and Door Laminate
  • Industrial: Covers, Containers, Local Reinforcements, X-ray tables, Sporting goods

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Standard Sheet Width (Plain)39.7 (1008)inch (mm)
Standard Sheet Thickness (Plain)1/8 to 4 (3 to 100)inch (mm)
Standard Sheet Length (Plain)96.4 (2448)inch (mm)
Water Absorptionmax. 1%
Compressive Strength260 (1.8)psi (MPa)ISO 844
Compressive Modulus13050 (90)psi (MPa)ISO 844
Tensile Strength420 (2.9)psi (MPa)ASTM C297
Tensile Modulus20300 (140) psi (MPa)ASTM C297
Shear Strength140 (0.95)psi (MPa)ISO 1922
Shear Modulus3770 (26)psi (MPa)ISO 1922
Shear Elongation at Break10%ISO 1922
Density6.9 (110)Lbs./cu.ft (Kg./m³)ISO 845
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density Tolerance±10%-
Processing Temperaturemax. 302 (max. 150)°F (°C)-

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