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PRF Composite Materials RP570

PRF Composite Materials RP570 is a high performance formulated epoxy resin system with rapid Tg development enabling extremely short process times and excellent esthetic finish. A press tool held at constant temperature of 140°C can produce a part every 4 minutes ready for painting. RP-570 can be supplied on a variety of woven fabrics.

Polymer Name: Epoxy Resins & Compounds

Functions: Prepreg

Reinforcement Material: Carbon Fibers

Processing Methods: Compression Molding

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Reinforcement Form
Reinforcement Material
Composite Materials Functions
Fibre
Carbon
Fibre Type
TR30s-3K

Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Key Features & Benefits

• Cures and is demouldable in 4 minutes at 140°C
• Tg >140°C
• Excellent surface finish
• No thermal cycling of tools required
• Fast Tg development
• Can be preformed

Applications & Uses

Composites Processing Methods
Applications

• Automotive
• Motorsport
• Marine
• Defense

Processing Methods

Pressing

Properties

Physical Form
Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fabric Weave StyleTwill 2/2
Fabric Weight245g/m2
Resin Content42%
Fibre Volume Fraction48%
Thermogravimetry (Dsc)140°C
Thermogravimetry (Dma Onset)131°C
Thermogravimetry (Dma Peak)155°C
Tensile Strength840.4MPaASTM D3039
Tensile Modulus63.1GPaASTM D3039
Interlaminar Shear Strength (Ilss)66.9MPaEN ISO 14130
Flexural Strength948.2MPaEN ISO 178
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cure Temperature140°C

Technical Details & Test Data

Cure Cyle

Carefully place prepreg preforms in 140°C preheated hot tool. Close tool under 10 bar pressure and
maintain 140°C temperature. Release pressure after 4 minutes and remove cured part.

Viscosity

PRF Composite Materials RP570 - Viscosity

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • 6 months at -18°C
  •  30 days at 23°C