Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Polymer Name
- Composite Materials Functions
- Technologies
- Product Type
40–55°C (104–131°F) Curing Epoxy Tooling Prepreg with Improved Handling Properties
Features & Benefits
- Materials Features
- Product Highlights
- Excellent surface finish from autoclave curing
- Low initial cure temperature
- Maximum 180°C (356°F) tool end use temperature
- Excellent drape for complex shapes
- 60 hours out life at 18°C (64°F)
- Capable of freestanding post cure
- Low prepreg volatile conten
- Low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE)
- Surface machinable following post cure
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Composites End Use
- Composites Processing Methods
- Recommended Applications
- Sport & Recreation
- Motorsport & Formula 1
- Automotive
- Energy
- Industrial
- Small-to-medium-sized autoclave tooling with fast cure and excellent surface finish
- Processing Method
Processing parameters and instructions are provided in the Toray AmberTool® material processing information guide from Toray Advanced Composites at www.toraytac.com/tooling.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Thermal Properties
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Tg (DMTA) after 190°C (374°F) Onset post cure | 185 (365) | °C (°F) | — |
| Tg (DMTA) after 190°C (374°F) Peak tan δ post cure | 209 (408) | °C (°F) | — |
| Typical CTE for a carbon tool | 3.2 x 10-6 | °C | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Density (23°C (73.4°F)) | 1.23 (77) | g/cm³(lbs./ft³) | — |
Safety & Health
- Product Safety And Shelf Life
Product Safety:
Observe established precautions for handling epoxy resins and fibrous materials. Ensure adequate ventilation and wear gloves and protective clothing.
Shelf Life:
- Out Life: 60 hours at 18°C (64°F)
- Storage Life: 6 months at -18°C (0°F)
Out life is the maximum time allowed at ambient temperature before cure.
To avoid moisture condensation: Following removal from cold storage, allow the prepreg to reach room temperature before opening the polythene bag. Typically, the thaw time for a full roll of material will be 4 to 6 hours.