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Engineered Syntactic Systems HZ-43

Engineered Syntactic Systems HZ-43 Grade syntactics are formulated to survive crush pressures greater than 20,000 psi, for safe operation in the Hadal Zone. It is produced from the most advanced resin and hollow glass microspheres available, these homogeneous materials provide the industry’s lowest density for this extreme depth range.

Functions: Core Material

Core Type: Syntactic Foam

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Reinforcement Material
Composite Materials Functions

Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Highlights
  • Operational Depth Range (6,000 —11,000 Meters)
  • Lowest Density Available in the Entire Industry
  • Premium Performance at Deepest Depths
  • High Compressive and Hydrostatic Strength
  • Standard Forms and Customization Options
  • Low Water Absorption

Applications & Uses

Industry Applications

Ultra-buoyant HZ Grade materials are predominantly used for deep water AUV, ROV and HOV applications, where reliable performance, increased payload and longer mission duration at extreme depths are critical for successful operation.

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density41 - 45lb/ft³
Service (Pressure)18000 (1241)psi (Bar)
Service (Depth)36000 (11000)feet (meters)
Weight Gain (24 hrs at depth)max. 1%
Hydrostatic Crush24000 (1650)psi (Bar)
Uniaxial Compressive (Strength at 0.2% Offset)16000 (110)psi (MPa)
Uniaxial Compressive (Modulus)650 (4)psi (GPa)

Packaging & Availability

Product Availability

HZ Grade syntactic foams are available in block form and may be readily used for customer assembly or cut to fit application requirements. Blocks or trimmed parts may also be bonded together to form larger structures.

Standard block size:
4” x 12” x 24” (102 x 305 x 610 mm).