Products in Automotive & Transportation: Prepreg

17 oz. aramid and "soft glass" fibers are combined to make a fabric that is stronger than pure aramid and less abrasive than glass fabrics. This material is impregnated with a high temperature phenolic resin matrix, which produces a composite with excellent mechanical strength at elevated temperatures and adverse environments. Applications include wear plates for conveyor systems, valve plates, and compressor and pump vanes. Variations of this material may be developed for specific applications.

LC294 is a phenolic prepreg system tailored to specific manufacturing and performance benefits for a variety of aircraft interior applications. LC294 provides extremely low OSU heat release combined with low smoke, self extinguishing, and excellent self adhesive properties and surface finish. LC294 is suitable for both press and bag molding operations. Quality Certifications - Barrday Composite Solutions is ISO9001 and AS9100 certified

AX-4110 is a Toughened, Flame Retardant Epoxy Aramid Prepreg.

HS Carbon Fiber UD100H60 is a E3 Matrix System with a precursor as PAN.

Park’s E-761 is a versatile self-adhesive epoxy matrix for use in aerospace and commercial applications where ease of processing and cost are key considerations.

Arlon 85HP’s unique blend of pure polyimide resin and micro-fi ne proprietary fi llers results in superior performance for demanding applications. Compared to conventional polyimide systems, 85HP has a lower Z-axis expansion and twice the thermal conductivity. 85HP reduces resin cracking and wicking in designs with high density plated through holes and vias. 85HP prepreg has resin fl ow characteristics and pressed thickness matching standard polyimides.

HS Carbon Fiber UD125H60 is a E3 Matrix System with a precursor as PAN.

APCM DA 4518U is a tough, versatile, modified epoxy resin system that cures at 250°F to 350°F. DA4518U can be supplied as a prepreg tape coated on unidirectional graphite.

PREGNIT TP-PC is a transparent, dimensionally stable, impact resistant, flame retardant possible according to UL94-VO, printable.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-3004 prepreg products offer an Out of Autoclave (OOA) option for processing BMI’s. This very unique chemistry can be processed into low-void, high quality, thick laminates with only a vacuum bag in the oven. Yet it still delivers excellent hot/wet performance and durability in airframe, missile and propulsion applications at service temperatures up to 400°F (204°C). RM-3004 (OOA) BMI delivers comparable damage tolerance at high temperatures to industry-standard Autoclave Processed BMI’s. Although developed for structural applications, RM-3004 also offers some unique advantages for tooling. Renegade precision-quality prepregs exhibit excellent handling characteristics and are available in woven and unidirectional form on various fibers including carbon, quartz and S2 glass. A wide variety of nano-materials can be incorporated into this resin system for tailored laminate properties and multi-functional performance. Renegade has formulated compatible BMI Paste Adhesive products (RM-3006, RM-3007) for use with RM-3004 prepregs. Renegade also offers BMI resin systems for RTM (RM-3000) or VARTM (RM-3010) infusion processing.

Deltapreg DT100H is a Automotive with Interior Application.

PRF Composite Materials RP542-3 is a winter version of our popular RP542-1 component prepreg, providing a controlled flow, toughened epoxy prepreg system formulated for the manufacture of high performance structural composite parts requiring very good impact strength properties. The system has been formulated for a medium temperature cure of 90 - 120°C under vacuum or autoclave pressure and is also suitable for press molding. Fully cured, this system has a dry service temperature capability up to 120°C. The component surface finish with this system is excellent. The high tack level of this system is ideal for use in cold weather conditions, where temperatures in workshops drop below 15°C. The out life of the system is up to 40 days at 20°C, making this system suitable for the manufacture of large composite components. RP542-3 can be supplied on most of the vast range of PRF reinforcement materials in widths up to 1350 mm wide.

F161 is a structural, heat resistant and electrical grade epoxy formulation designed for autoclave curing. F161 is a high temperature, laminate grade epoxy resin with a 350°F (177°C) cure. F161 is unique in that it was the first resin system to meet all types and classes of MIL-R-9300 B.

8020 Rapi-Ply is a Outstanding vacuum-bag-only (out-of-autoclave) processing capability. No debulking required off Bi-layer form facilitates fast lay-up

Park’s E-746 is a modified epoxy resin system designed to retain excellent mechanical properties after extended exposure to high temperature. E-746 has a proven history in many demanding aerospace applications.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-2005 is a 350°F Curing Toughened Epoxy Prepreg system. In response to widespread aerospace market demand for an alternative to industry-standard toughened epoxies, has developed the NEXT generation Toughened Epoxy Prepreg, optimized for both hand-lay-up and automated fiber placement (AFP) processing. RM-2005 is supported by an extensive mechanical property database on both carbon tape and fabric. Excellent mechanical performance and damage tolerance makes RM-2005 a superior choice for military or commercial structural applications. RM-2005 is readily available with no minimum order quantities and the fastest lead times in the industry.

SIMPREX® M730-200 is an advanced vinyl ester prepreg designed to provide a high performance-to-cost ratio. SIMPREX® M730-200 has a medium tack. It can be cured at lower temperature (205°F) and provides good adhesion to core materials such as Nomex® honeycomb, balsa and polyurethane foam. It is a great choice for many applications in the range of low to medium service temperature.

Ecotechnilin L-FLAXPREG-T-UD-50-60m² is a unidirectional (UD) fibers - FLAXPREG T-UD 50.

GMS Composites EP – 274 is a formulated epoxy resin matrix prepreg with long out life and improved handling. The product has a versatile curing cycle from as low as 70C or as high as 130C, thus enabling the product to be used to produce a wide range of composite items, from large structures to numerous small components. EP-274 is available in a range of substrates such as carbon, glass or aramid. EP-274 allows faster cycle times at elevated temperatures. The product also has good dynamic strength properties. The improved handling allows for easier molding of complex parts. The prepreg has good flow and the tack of EP-274 can be varied.

CEL100-1 is a cyanate ester prepreg designed to cure at low temperatures, whilst producing durable components with excellent high temperature performance. It can be supplied on a variety of fabrics to meet your cost and manufacturing requirements.

CEM160 is a cyanate ester prepreg designed to cure at medium temperatures, whilst producing durable components with excellent high temperature performance. It can be supplied on a variety of fabrics and in UD format to meet your cost and manufacturing requirements.

Toray BTCy-1A is a toughened version of the BTCy-1 cyanate ester prepreg resin system. Its proprietary toughening mechanism and controllable flow make it an ideal product for use not only as a high performance prepreg resin system, but also as an accompanying resin system for film adhesives. BTCy-1A’s straight-up, easy processing at 177°C (350°F) (under low pressures) reduces curing time and production costs, while the system’s negligible volatile emission upon cure allows low void laminates. 177°C (350°F) Cure Toughened Cyanate Ester

MICAM CC40 0.1 is an epoxy-glass prepreg based on a medium weave glass fabric suitable for the manufacture of tubes and low pressure moldings.

Resinoid 1528 is a glass and mineral reinforced, two-step phenolic molding compound offering good mechanical properties. This product has been specifically formulated for use in automotive applications. This material comes in pelletized form and is suitable for injection, transfer or compression molding. It can be preformed on automatic equipment

AX-3112T is a High Toughness, Flame Retardant, Epoxy Fiberglass Prepreg.

THINPREG™ TP 150SC is designed for the automotive market due to the snap-cure capability for low TAKT times while achieving good mechanical properties, and the additional benefit of not requiring frozen or refrigerated storage.

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.

Renegade Materials Corporation RM-1066 Polyimide produces thousands of pounds of polyimide prepregs for flight hardware every month with a perfect quality and delivery record! Renegade Materials' high temperature prepregs and adhesives are powered by next generation polyimide resin technology. As the largest production supplier of polyimide composite materials in the world, we are the industry's most-trusted commercial source for AFR-PE-4 and other aerospace grade polyimide materials. Renegade Materials is the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with proprietary RM-1100 polyimide resin technology offering the highest temperature polymeric solution for commercial and military engine/aircraft applications up to 700°F. Renegade Materials is also the exclusive supplier of prepregs made with patented MVK-14M FreeFormTM, a polyimide prepreg used in global commercial aircraft applications up to 550°F.

HexPly® F584™ is a modified epoxy resin combined with novel proprietary converters to give maximum elongation on high strain carbon fibers while retaining a wet service capability of 200°F (93°C). This system offers greater toughness and impact resistance than conventional 350°F (177°C) cure epoxy thermoset resins.

AtenPly CPPS35 are thin sheets of continuous reinforcement fibers impregnated with thermoplastic resin. It is made direct from the fiber roving and thermoplastic melt using proprietary technology developed by Jonam Composites Ltd. This cost-effective efficient process produces light weight, high-strength ,well impregnated, smooth tape with unidirectional fiber reinforcement.

PRF Composite Materials RP542-4 is a controlled flow, toughened epoxy prepreg system formulated for the manufacture of high performance structural composite parts requiring very good impact strength properties. The system has been formulated for a medium temperature cure of 80 - 120°C under vacuum or autoclave pressure and is also suitable for press molding. Fully cured, this system has a dry service temperature capability up to 120°C. The component surface finish with this system is excellent. The tack level of this system has been optimized to meet the constructor’s requirements and will be retained for up to 60 days at 20°C making this system suitable for the manufacture of large composite components. RP-542-4 can be supplied on most of the vast range of PRF reinforcement materials in widths up to 1350 mm wide.

SIMPREX® M850 is an advanced vinyl ester prepreg designed to provide a high performance-to-cost ratio. SIMPREX® M850 has a medium to high tack and provides good adhesion to core materials such as Nomex® honeycomb, balsa and polyurethane foam. It is a great choice for many applications in the range of low to medium service temperature.

APS75 material is designed to give a high class finish with reduced pre-paint preparation and versatile curing. It can be supplied with carbon or glass fabric reinforcement. This resin system color is black. The standard system comprises of 1 layer of APS75 surface ply and 1 layer of PSB75 bulk ply.

Toray RS-17B is a modified epoxy resin that delivers extremely low moisture absorption while providing excellent mechanical properties, toughness, and modulus. RS-17B is a flexible cure system that may be cured from 135°C to 177°C (275°F to 350°F). RS-17B has a long spaceflight heritage. 135°C–177°C (275°F–350°F) Cure Epoxy.

HexPly® 954-6 is a 250ºF (121ºC) curing toughened cyanate resin with 300ºF (149ºC) Tg. HexPly® 954-6 is formulated for autoclave curing. Recommended cure is three hours at 250 F (121ºC). Service temperatures are maximized by a post cure of 350ºF - 450ºF (177ºC - 205ºC). The recommended lay-up procedure is HSP-L3. The recommended cure procedure is HSP-C4. Typical applications for HexPly® 954-6 include space structures, such as solar arrays, antennae and support structures, or any application where impact resistance, light weight, excellent dielectric and low outgassing properties are required. HexPly® 954-6 can be impregnated on all available fibers and fabrics.

EF 14 are Flame Retardant, Highly Toughness and high energy transfer and applied in ballistic, Hard Body Armor.