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.

ZIRCAR Refractory Composites, Inc.
Florida, NY 10921-0458
Aug 17, 2006 Consisting of medium-density, fiber-reinforced ceramic composite material with greater than 99% Alpha-Alumina purity, Type RS-99 is suited for Solid Oxide Fuel Cells and setters for P/M and MIM sintering applications. Fired density of 130 lb/ft³ allows it to be machined to tight tolerances with standard tooling. Type RS-99M is highly plastic moldable sheet. Type RS-99W can be moistened with water and molded into desired shape, while Type RS-99R is prefired and unaffected by moisture.

ZIRCAR Refractory Composites, Inc.
Florida, NY 10921-0458
Aug 16, 2006 Consisting of combination of strong reinforcing fibers tightly bound in alumina ceramic matrix, Type RS-1200 provides thermo-mechanical and electrical insulation in applications with temperatures up to 2,372°F. Product is completely inorganic and contains no asbestos or RCF fibers. It can be machined to tight tolerances with conventional carbide tooling.

Rogers Corporation
Rogers, CT 06263 0188
Aug 09, 2006 Offering high fill/flow version of RO4450B circuit material, RO4450B-dx Bondply is designed to fill high-density designs while still offering thin dielectric spacing. Product consists of glass-reinforced, hydrocarbon/ceramic thermoset suited for multilayer printed circuit boards. Material can be fabricated using standard epoxy/glass FR4 processes.

Norplex Micarta
Postville, IA 52162
Aug 01, 2006 MC844G pure black thermoset composite features flexural strength of 20,000 psi, 48,800 psi compressive strength, and maximum operating temperature of 130°C. Constructed of black paper substrate and black phenolic resin, material is designed for architectural and construction applications requiring pure black surface. Composite develops patina with age and use, and can be used in functional and decorative parts for musical instruments.

CPS Technologies Corp.
Norton, MA 02766
Mar 13, 2006 Suited for IGBT base plates, Aluminum Silicon Carbide Composite is RoHS-compliant and features high thermal conductivity, preventing bowing and flexing of packaging and substrate material. Isotropic coefficient of thermal expansion can be adjusted for specific applications by modifying Al-metal/SiC-particulate ratio to match CTE of die or substrate. Base plates can be used in high-power traction, power control, and fly-by-wire applications.

Norplex Micarta
Postville, IA 52162
Jan 10, 2006 Manufactured from multiple plies of woven fiberglass, which is saturated with epoxy resin and compressed under heat and pressure, NP571HT provides mechanical strength at continuous temperatures up to 210°C. Product also provides machinability, dimensional stability, and creep resistance. In use, it maintains physical, mechanical, and electrical properties for up to 1 decade. Composite is suited for applications in power generation, oil and gas, and aerospace.

RTP Co.
Winona, MN 55987
Oct 11, 2005 Featuring 80% glass-loading by weight, Long Fiber Concentrate provides optimal dispersion, allowing materials with varying melt flow rates to be blended together. Adjusting LF glassloadings directly at machine enables processors to customize blends to meet specific properties, such as stiffness, impact, and strength. Product offers replacement for metal, particularly in die-cast parts where secondary and finishing steps occur.

Norplex Micarta
Postville, IA 52162
Jul 13, 2005 Thermoset composite material, Type NP510UD, combines unidirectional glass fabric with epoxy resin system that features Tg of 130°C. It provides flexural strength of 103,000 psi in machine direction and 30,000 psi in cross direction. Tensile strength is 56,000 psi in machine direction, while compressive strength is 43,000 psi in direction perpendicular to laminations. Applications include leaf and vibratory springs in papermaking machines and conveyors.

Colbond Geosynthetics
Enka, NC 28728
Aug 19, 2004 Available with filter fabric on one side and featuring square waffle configuration, Enkadrain 3000R subsurface drainage composites have polypropylene core made from 99.5% recycled post industrial waste. Because they exceed 40% post-industrial recycled content, they help contribute up to 2 LEEDS program points when used in conjunction with other recycled content products.