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CoreLite PET 65

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. Resistance to fatigue is superior, as well as its chemically stability and UV resistance. Water absorption is minimal. CoreLite PET can handle processing temperatures up to 150 °C (302 °F) . During high temperature processing it is thermally stable and no outgassing or expansion after postcure occurs. In the event of fire, no toxic gasses are generated.

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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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
Shear Elongation at Break15%ISO 1922
Compressive Strength110 (0.75)psi (MPa)ISO 844
Compressive Modulus5800 (40)psi (MPa)ISO 844
Tensile Strength260 (1.8)psi (MPa)ASTM C297
Tensile Modulus9570 (66) psi (MPa)
Shear Strength75 (0.5)psi (MPa)ISO 1922
Shear Modulus1885 (13)psi (MPa)ISO 1922
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%
Thermal Conductivity (at 75 °F (24 °C))0.236 (0.034) BTU.in/ft2.hr.°F (W/m.K)ASTM C177
Density4.1 (65)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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