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Fulcrum Composites R96

R96 Fulcrum Thermoplastic Composite Rod is produced with a proprietary rigid engineering thermoplastic polyurethane matrix. The combination of ductile thermoplastic matrix with high strength continuous fibers results in excellent strength and stiffness combined with superior toughness. The resin offers excellent resistance to a broad range of chemicals, including acids, bases and organic liquids.

Polymer Name: Polyurethane (unspecified)

Physical Form: Rods

Features: Abrasion Resistant, Acid Resistant, Alkali Resistant, Anti-Static, Chemical Resistant, Corrosion Resistant, Excellent UV Stability, Good Toughness, High Stiffness, High Strength, Light Weight, Low Thermal Conductivity, Non-conductive, Soft Touch

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Tube and Rod Sizes
Rod sizes Diameter Diameter with Over-extrusion
Product code inches mm inches mm
R96 0.378 9.6 0.394 10

Other diameters, wall thicknesses and over-extrusion thicknesses can be produced on request.

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • High strength and stiffness
  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Low weight
  • Thermoformable
  • High toughness
  • Non-conductive
  • Electromagnetic transparency
  • Low thermal conductivity
  • Easy to cut and fabricate
Product Features
  • Color
  • Anti-static
  • Soft touch
  • Special effects
  • Abrasion resistance
  • Surface texture
  • U/V stability
  • Enhanced chemical resistance

Applications & Uses

Composites Processing Methods

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flexural Modulus34 - 41GPa
Flexural Strength700 - 1000MPa

Technical Details & Test Data

Fulcrum Tube Testing (Ultimate Strength)

1.5mm wall, 0.5mm overcoat, t/set 2mm wall

Fulcrum Composites R96 - Fulcrum Tube Testing (Ultimate Strength)