Products in Automotive & Transportation: Resins, Binders & Matrix M...

VESTAKEEP® 4000 P is an unreinforced, high-viscosity polyether ether ketone powder. It can be used for manufacturing compounds or as a scatter powder for composites. The semicrystalline polymer offers superior thermal and chemical resistance. VESTAKEEP® 4000 P has low flammability.

SILRES® MK Powder is a condensation-curing methyl silicone resin with good solubility in various organic solvents. The product can be used as a binder or as an impregnation agent for porous materials. Additionally, SILRES® MK Powder is the ideal product for making tack-free prepregs with excellent storage stability. When fully cured, SILRES MK POWDER has the lowest carbon content among all WACKER silicone resins, resulting in a high ash content when pyrolized. Composites made of SILRES® MK Powder exhibit long-term stability against weathering, moisture, and UV light. They can be continuously exposed to changing climatic conditions, UV radiation, and temperatures exceeding 300 °C (572 °F). Furthermore, SILRES® MK Powder provides water repellency and excellent electrical insulation properties to the composite materials.

SILRES® MK Flakes is a condensation-curing methyl silicone resin with good solubility in various organic solvents. The product can be used as a binder or as an impregnation agent for porous materials. Besides, SILRES® MK Flakes is the ideal product for making tack-free prepregs with excellent storage stability. Fully cured SILRES® MK Flakes has the lowest carbon content of all WACKER silicone resins and thus yields a very high ash content when pyrolized. Composites made of SILRES® MK Flakes show long-term stability against weathering, moisture, and UV light. They can therefore be continuously exposed to constantly changing climatic conditions, UV radiation, and temperatures significantly higher than 300 °C (572 °F). SILRES® MK Flakes also provides water repellency and excellent electrical insulation properties to the respective composite materials.

SILRES® H 44 is a powdered, condensation-curing phenyl silicone resin with excellent solubility in various organic solvents. The product can be used as a binder or as an impregnation agent for porous materials. Due to its compatibility with organic resins, SILRES® H 44 can also be used to modify or partly replace phenolic resins in the respective compounds. Compared to other silicone resins, SILRES® H 44 cures relatively quickly at elevated temperatures. It is therefore particularly suitable for fully automated production lines.

Akulon® K222-KMV5 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that boasts halogen-free properties and is characterized by its flame retardancy, heat stability, lightweight nature, and UL flame ratings. They are commonly used in the automotive and transportation industries, as well as the electrical and electronics industries.

Akulon® K224-PGC62 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that belongs to the polyamide chemical family and can be reinforced with materials such as glass fibers and carbon fibers. It can also incorporate fillers like glass fiber and carbon fiber during its processing, which primarily involves injection molding.

Akulon® K224-HGM24 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin characterized by its heat stabilization and lightweight properties, making it suitable for use in the automotive and transportation industries for applications related to exterior and body components as well as interior parts.

Akulon® K224-G0 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin characterized by its high stiffness, high strength, lightweight nature, and UL flame rating. This product finds applications in the automotive and transportation sectors, particularly in exterior and body components as well as interior parts.

EcoPaXX® Q-KG6 is a long aliphatic polyamide suitable for precision parts and connectors, offering low moisture uptake and good flow. It belongs to the family of long-chain polyamides, providing exceptional performance in demanding environments, including excellent chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, a very high melting point (the highest among bio-plastics), and a high crystallization rate. This grade is processed using injection molding and features 30% glass reinforcement, specifically designed for electrical and electronic applications.

Akulon® K224-PG6 B-MB is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin utilized in composite materials and plastics, offering impact modification and a lightweight profile. It is commonly applied in automotive and transportation, particularly for exterior and interior components, and is available in fabric form.

Akulon® RePurposed RE15 BK00003 is a high-performance material that combines the characteristics of polyamide 6 and polyamide 66. It is a material of choice for customers worldwide, serving various industries including automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. When used in molded parts, this material offers a remarkable balance between ease of design and processing, all while delivering exceptional mechanical properties over a wide temperature range and under diverse conditions.

Akulon® SG-KGS6/HV is a high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 material used worldwide in automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging applications. It offers an excellent balance of design flexibility and processing ease with outstanding mechanical properties over a wide temperature range. For extrusion, it sets market standards with its 30% glass reinforcement, high flow, halogen-free, and red phosphorous-free composition.

Akulon® Ultraflow K220-HGM44 is a high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 material trusted worldwide for applications across automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. In molded parts, it delivers an impressive balance of design simplicity and processing ease, complemented by exceptional mechanical properties across a broad temperature range and diverse conditions. For extrusion, it establishes industry benchmarks, featuring remarkable strength, resilience, and ease of processing. Injection molding is the best-suited processing technology for this product, with notable features including 20% glass reinforcement, 20% mineral reinforcement, and heat stabilization.

Akulon® K224-HG0 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that is heat stabilized, lightweight, and has UL flame ratings. They are commonly used in the automotive and transportation industries for various applications, including automotive exterior and body parts, interior components, and powertrain and under-the-hood (UTH) applications.

Akulon® SG-KGS6 is a high-performance material that combines the properties of polyamide 6 and polyamide 66. It is widely used in various industries, including automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. Whether applied in molded parts or extrusion processes, Akulon® SG-KGS6 stands out for its exceptional combination of design flexibility, easy processing, and outstanding mechanical properties. It performs well over a wide temperature range and under diverse conditions.

Akulon® K222-KGV4/A is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that comes with labeling claims of being halogen-free and phosphorus-free. They feature flame-retardant and heat-stabilized properties, making them suitable for applications in the automotive and transportation markets. Additionally, they are known for their light weight and UL flame rating.

Akulon® K224-LG6U is a lightweight polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin and finds applications in the automotive and transportation industries, specifically in the production of exterior and body components as well as interior parts. This is typically processed using injection molding techniques.

Akulon® K224-PG2 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin utilized in composite materials and plastics technology. It boasts features like being impact-modified and lightweight, making it an excellent choice for various applications within the automotive and transportation industries, particularly in the design of exterior and body components as well as interior parts.

Akulon® K224-G6-FC NA99001 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin labeled as food contact acceptable. This product possesses features like being lightweight and UL flame-rated. This is used in markets associated with automotive and transportation, as well as healthcare and pharma. End uses of this product are in door panels, flooring, and wheel housing parts.

Akulon® N24-G8 represents a family of high-performance materials that combine the attributes of polyamide 6 and polyamide 66. These materials are widely utilized by customers across the globe in diverse applications, spanning automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. In molded parts, these materials excel in providing a remarkable balance between ease of design and processing, all while delivering exceptional mechanical properties over a broad temperature range and under varying conditions.

EcoPaXX® Q-KG3-FC (Q-X08736) is a bio-based, high-performance polyamide (PA410) made mainly from tropical castor beans that do not compete with the food chain. It offers excellent processability and surface quality, and it is safe for use in a broad variety of food contact applications. Belonging to the family of long-chain polyamides, it provides exceptional performance in demanding environments, including excellent chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, a very high melting point (highest among bio-plastics), and a high crystallization rate. This grade can be processed through extrusion and injection molding and includes 15% glass reinforcement, meeting food contact quality standards.

ForTii® Ace WX53-FC is a high-temperature polyamide with halogen-free and halogen-containing flame retardant grades. It is designed for demanding applications in the electronics, lighting, automotive, white goods, industrial, and aerospace industries. It exhibits best-in-class high-temperature and wet mechanical performance, weldline strength, and weldline strength retention in hot water and steam. ForTii® Ace WX53-FC is a PPA with a high glass transition temperature and extreme chemical resistance, making it suitable for applications requiring high mechanical strength at elevated temperatures. It is processed using injection molding technology and features a USP class VI classification, making it suitable for drinking water contact.

Akulon® CO-KGV4/A JN.00.86 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) composite material that is 20% glass-reinforced, heat stabilized, and flame retardant without the use of halogen or phosphorous. It is characterized by its lightweight nature and UL flame rating. This material is applied in the automotive and transportation industries for both exterior and interior components, as well as in the electrical and electronics sectors for parts and components, including circuit breakers.

Akulon® K224-KGM35 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that is both heat-stable and lightweight, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in the automotive and transportation industries. They can be used for both the exterior and interior components of vehicles. They are typically processed using injection molding techniques.

Akulon® Ultraflow K-FHGR24 is a high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 material trusted worldwide for a multitude of applications, including automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. In molded parts, it delivers an exceptional equilibrium between design simplicity and processing ease, accompanied by outstanding mechanical properties over a broad temperature range and in diverse conditions. For extrusion, it sets industry benchmarks, featuring impressive strength, resilience, and ease of processing. Injection molding is the preferred method, and key attributes include 10% glass reinforcement, 20% glass beads reinforcement, heat stabilization, and high flow characteristics.

Akulon® Ultraflow K-FKG8 is a high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 material trusted globally for applications spanning automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. In molded parts, it delivers an impressive combination of design simplicity and processing ease, alongside outstanding mechanical properties across a broad temperature range and diverse conditions. For extrusion, it establishes industry benchmarks, featuring remarkable strength, resilience, and ease of processing. Injection molding is the preferred method, and key attributes encompass 40% glass reinforcement, heat stabilization, and high flow characteristics.

ForTii® Ace MX54B is a high-TG PPA that combines good toughness at low temperatures with chemical resistance. It is designed to have dimensional stability comparable to aluminum and offers high mechanical performance over a broad temperature range, from -35 °C to above 150 °C, in both dry and conditioned environments. ForTii® Ace MX54B is processed using injection molding technology and is heat stabilized. It is 60% glass-reinforced and suitable for structural parts.

Akulon® K222-KMV5/A is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin labeled as halogen-free and known for its flame retardant properties, excellent color stability, and lightweight characteristics. They are frequently utilized in the automotive and transportation sectors, particularly in applications related to automotive exteriors, bodies, and interiors.

Akulon® K224-HG6 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that offers a cost-effective solution and is known for being heat stabilized, lightweight, and having reduced friction properties. They are UL flame-rated as well. They find applications in various markets, including automotive and transportation, building and construction, consumer goods, and industrial sectors.

Akulon® K224-HG3 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin that features heat stabilization and lightweight properties, making it suitable for various applications in the automotive and transportation industries. They are commonly used in automotive exterior and body components, as well as interior parts. Additionally, they find use in plastics and elastomers applications, including door panels, flooring, and wheel housing parts.

Akulon® Ultraflow K-FKG6 is a high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 material trusted worldwide for applications spanning automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. In molded parts, it achieves an impressive equilibrium between design simplicity and processing ease, accompanied by exceptional mechanical properties across a wide temperature range and diverse conditions. For extrusion, it sets industry benchmarks, offering outstanding strength, resilience, and ease of processing. Injection molding is the preferred method, and notable features encompass 30% glass reinforcement, heat stabilization, and high flow characteristics.

Akulon® Ultraflow K-FKMV5 /C represents a versatile family of high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 materials widely embraced by global customers for automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging applications. In molded parts, these materials provide an impressive combination of design simplicity and processing ease, complemented by exceptional mechanical properties across a broad temperature range and diverse conditions. For extrusion, they establish industry standards, boasting notable strength, resilience, and ease of processing. Injection molding is the preferred method, and key attributes encompass good or high flow characteristics.

Akulon® M-1016 is a polyamide 66 (PA 66) heat-stabilized resin known for its lightweight properties, making it ideal for automotive applications such as door panels, flooring, and wheel housing parts. Its exceptional heat resistance and durability ensure high-performance and long-lasting components in the automotive industry.

Akulon® Ultraflow XG-FKGS6/A is a high-performance polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 material employed in a wide range of applications, including automotive, electronics, electrical, furniture, and packaging. In molded parts, it delivers an impressive combination of design flexibility and ease of processing, complemented by exceptional mechanical properties across a broad temperature range and diverse conditions. For extrusion, it establishes industry benchmarks, featuring remarkable strength, resilience, and ease of processing. The preferred processing technology for this product is injection molding.

EcoPaXX® Q-HGM24 is a bio-based, high-performance polyamide (PA410) made mainly from tropical castor beans, ensuring it doesn't compete with the food chain. It offers outstanding performance with excellent chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, a very high melting point, and a high crystallization rate. The material can be processed using injection molding technology. It is heat stabilized and contains 10% glass reinforcement and 20% mineral reinforcement.

Akulon® K224-TG9 is a polyamide 6 (PA 6) resin, a member of the polyamide chemical family. It can be reinforced with glass fibers and incorporate glass fiber fillers during its processing, primarily utilizing the injection molding method. This product is used in various markets, including automotive, transportation, and consumer goods, where it finds a wide range of applications.