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ROHACELL® HERO

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ROHACELL® HERO represents cutting-edge material technology, revolutionizing the production of lightweight and durable composite aircraft structures. These advanced sandwich cores, made from ROHACELL® HERO, offer unmatched weight-saving potential among all structural foams. They not only reduce the weight of aircraft but also enhance their durability over their operational lifespan. Additionally, they contribute to cost savings in the manufacturing process, making them a superior choice for modern aircraft construction.

Core Type: Polymethacrylimide (PMI) Foam

Functions: Core Material

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Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density52 - 205kg/m³ISO 845
Compressive Strength0.6 - 7.1MPaISO 844
Compressive Modulus32 - 180MPaISO 844
Tensile Strength2.6 - 12.3MPaISO 527-2
Tensile Modulus82 - 389MPaISO 527-2
Elongation (at Break)8 - 10.8%ISO 527-2
Shear Strength0.7 - 5.2MPaDIN 53294
Shear Modulus22 - 109MPaDIN 53294
Maximum Shear Strain7 - 7.2%DIN 53294
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion3.76 - 4.261/K × 10⁻⁵
Glass Transition Temperature200 - 207°C
Standard Sheet Thickness*5 - 115mm
Note

* Thickness tolerance +/- 0.2 mm, other tolerances available on request. 1-4 mm thick sheets supplied in ¼ or ½ sheet size.