IDI Composites International    Noblesville, IN 46060
Jul 29, 2011 Consisting of single and hybrid chemistries using polyester, vinyl ester, polyurethane, and epoxy resins, Engineered Structural Composites experience little or no degradation in extreme hot and cold temperatures, making them suited for most demanding industrial and outdoor environments. Products maintain rigidity, resist corrosion, and can be molded using variety of standard processes and tools. Composites are available as both Sheet Molding Compounds and Bulk Molding Compounds.

Arlon Electronic Substrates    Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Jun 01, 2011 Combining non-polar thermoset resin system with controlled-expansion ceramic filler and low-loss thermoplastic material, GenClad 280 matches electrical performance of PTFE laminate systems, but supports multilayer designs. RoHS-compliant product offers low dielectric constant and loss of 2.8/0.002 at 10 GHz, low water absorption of 0.04%, and stable dielectric constant over frequency and temperature. Material adheres to variety of PTFE and other RF/microwave cores.

Ensinger, Inc.    Washington, PA 15301
Apr 01, 2011 Stock shapes made using chemical-resistant and radiolucent TECATEC series consist of thermoplastic matrix and woven fabric of carbon fiber bundles. TECATEC PEEK CW50 is manufactured using matrix polymer VICTREX® PEEK(TM), which is then compressed with laminated woven carbon fabric mats. Also available, TECATEC PEKK CW60 consists of polyetherketoneketone matrix (PEKK) laminated with 60% carbon fiber fabric. With 165°C glass transition point, PEKK is resistant to steam sterilization cycles.

Honeywell International, Inc.    Morristown, NJ 07960
Oct 29, 2010 Designed to lighten load of soldiers and vehicles, Spectra Shield® II SR 3136 and SR 3137 withstand variety of threats, including armor-piercing rounds, improvised explosive devices, and explosively formed projectiles. Composite materials incorporate Spectra® fiber, which is made from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene using gelspinning process. In addition to chemical, water, and UV resistance, fiber exhibits vibration damping, flex fatigue, and internal fiber-friction characteristics.

Advanced Composites Group    Tulsa, OK 74134
Jan 27, 2010 Compatible with LTM® epoxy and HTM® Bismaleimide prepregs, Model CB1100 ceramic tooling block can produce thermally stable composite tooling tolerant of high pressures and elevated temperatures associated with autoclave cure cycles. High-grade product features low coefficient of thermal expansion; does not absorb water, eliminating need for drying or venting of tool; and is incombustible. It is suited for production of high-accuracy, short run, and prototype tooling.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Jun 19, 2009 Designed for load-bearing applications in ships, metal-rolling mills, and off-road construction equipment, BR60 and BR70 laminates perform under continuous water exposure without loosing strength. They consist of multiple piles of heavy-weight canvas cloth saturated with phenolic resin system, modified disulfide, which provides internal lubrication to reduce frictional heat generation and wear of metal shafts on bearing. Composites will not seize to metal shafts or score them.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
May 20, 2009 Consisting of multiple plies of woven fiberglass saturated with polyimide resin, P95 offers high mechanical strength and low coefficient of thermal expansion. Material maintains physical properties at temperatures up to 240°C, and other properties, such as compressive strength of 70,000 psi, low moisture absorption, and chemical resistance, allow use in variety of harsh environments. It is finished in 36 x 48 in. sheets with thicknesses ranging from 0.007-4.00 in.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Feb 04, 2009 Comprised of 4 grades, NP193 series features blend of aramid fabric substrates impregnated with various resins. While NP193E uses high-temperature epoxy resin for wear resistance, NP193M uses melamine resin for corrosion resistance. Use of high-temperature phenolic resin system with woven aramid fiber/glass fabric imbues NP193P with mechanical strength, while NP193PM combines high-temperature phenolic resin with aramid and soft glass fibers as well as non-conducting solid lubricant.

Aremco Products, Inc.    Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Oct 30, 2008 Resistant to operating temperatures of 2,200ºF in vacuum and 1,200ºF in oxidizing atmospheres, Aremcolox(TM) 502-1800 is machinable aluminum nitride and boron nitride ceramic composite. Aluminum nitride improves abrasion resistance, while calcium-stabilized binder system provides resistance to moisture pickup, spalling, and cracking. Properties include dielectric constant of 6.4 at 1 MHz, volume resistivity greater than 1,015, and 3.1 ppm/ºF coefficient of thermal expansion.

Saint-Gobain Corporation    Valley Forge, PA 19482-0101
Jul 10, 2008 Supplied in 46 x 78 in. sheets to accommodate larger designs, Keralite® FR-R and Keralite FR-F are wireless, fire-rated glass-ceramics that help architects meet fire and impact safety requirements of local building codes. While Keralite FR-R is used in fire-rated locations such as transoms and borrowed lites, Keralite FR-F has surface applied safety film for high impact safety (CPSC Category II) and is used in locations where accidental human impact safety ratings are required.

Ceramics Process Systems    Chartley, MA 02712
Mar 03, 2008 Coolers with AlSiC (Aluminum Silicon Carbide) metal matrix composite pin fin substrates are designed for liquid-cooled, high-power module systems used in hybrid electric vehicle applications. They provide isotropic thermal expansion (8 ppm/°C) compatible with thermal expansion of IGBT die and ceramic dielectric substrates to reduce mechanically induced stresses during thermal cycling. Product also facilitates IGBT assembly by eliminating need for stress compensation layers.

Ticona Engineering Polymers    Florence, KY 41042
Nov 30, 2007 Manufactured in continuous process, Celstran® Thermoplastic Composites feature unidirectional orientation of reinforcement fibers with full impregnation. Pre-preg tapes are available in 4, 6, 8, and 10 in. wide sizes. By using various thermoplastic matrix materials such as PP, POM, TPU, PPS, and PBT, and embedding fibers such as glass, carbon, aramid, or stainless steel along with additives, material's properties can be tailored to suit specific requirements.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Nov 02, 2007 Composed of electrical grade epoxy resin combined with woven glass substrate, NP511B can be molded in conjunction with abrasion-resistant substrates such as Kevlar(TM) or Nomex(TM) to minimize or eliminate surface wear damage to copper and steel components in generators. Non-brominated resin system offers mechanical strength at temperatures to 170°C. When cured properly, NP511B retains half of its room temperature flexural strength at temperatures to 150°C.

Technical Materials, Inc., A Sub. of Brush Engineered Materials.    Lincoln, RI 02865
Sep 26, 2007 Offering weldability of nickel with higher electric conductivities, Copper-Based Composites can be successfully joined to cells by resistance or laser welding as well as soldering. In addition to replacing solid nickel interconnect strapping for battery packs, materials are suited for hybrid automotive battery applications, optimizing discharge rates and safety.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Dec 11, 2006 WaveMax(TM) 6000 combines non-woven random glass mat substrate with high-temperature, static dissipative epoxy resin system. Ratio of glass to epoxy is optimized for machining material and maintains flexural strength and rigidity needed for high temperature environments up to 315°C. Suited for low- to medium-volume production environments, including prototyping, it has flexural strength in excess of 30,000 psi.

CPS Technologies Corp.    Norton, MA 02766
Nov 08, 2006 AlSiC features high stiffness to low density ratio, making it structurally suited for large parts with thin cross sections while enabling incorporation of thermal management features such as pin fins. Pins are cast during AlSiC pressure infiltration process and are targeted for microprocessor lids or liquid cooled IGBT base plates. Tailored, isotropic coefficient of thermal expansion provides compatibility with electronic assemblies, devices, and dielectric substrates.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Nov 02, 2006 Non-adhesive pre-preg thermoset composites (b-stage products) are dry to touch and can be customized to fit range of end-user requirements. Products do not require release film, enhancing storage, handling, and processing rates. Tight resin/substrate ratios ensure consisent reactivity. Available substrates include glass, cotton, paper, carbon fiber, and customer-specific substrates, while choice of resin systems includes phenolic, epoxy, melamine, and specialty materials.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Oct 18, 2006 Providing electrical insulation and moisture resistance, Model RT628 phenolic-paper composite tube material can be used in electrical or general-purpose applications, and is suitable for small components that require complex machining patterns. Features include tensile strength of 12,300 psi, compressive strength of 22,500 psi, and moisture absorption of 1.3%.

DuPont Co., Packaging & Industrial Polymers    Wilmington, DE 19898
Aug 23, 2006 Consisting of Kevlar® pulp and elastomer, composite optimizes modulus and wear resistance without having negative impact on other critical rubber properties. Rigid molecular structure of Kevlar aramid fiber provides thermal stability and protects against thermal hazards up to 800°F. Composite material is suited for automotive, motorcycle, and bicycle tires as well as hoses, belts, seals, gaskets, pump liners, diaphragms, and molded goods.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Aug 22, 2006 Made from epoxy resin and random mat glass substrate, WaveMax(TM) 7000 thermoset composite is suited for high-volume production runs that require solder pallet to maintain strength at temperatures up to 315°C for as many as 5,000 soldering cycles. Ratio of glass to epoxy maximizes flexural strength and rigidity, with flexural strength of 59,000 psi and up to 39,000 psi at elevated temperatures.