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Thermoset Composites handle heavy load-bearing applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:27:58 -0500

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.

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Composites perform well in petrochemical applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 20 May 2009 09:28:47 -0500

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.

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Thermoset Composites withstand tough environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 08:33:36 -0500

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.

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Ceramic Composite has dielectric strength of 1,090 V/mil.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:38:02 -0500

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.

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Large Architectural Sheets are fire- and impact-rated.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 07:27:46 -0500

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.

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Pin Fin Coolers suit hybrid vehicle IGBT applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 07:49:41 -0500

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.

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Thermoplastic Composites withstand high stress levels.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:43:21 -0500

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.

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Pre-Preg Thermoset Composite suits slot cell insulation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 07:42:44 -0500

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.

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Copper-Based Composites replace nickel battery straps.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 07:47:16 -0500

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.

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Solder Pallet Material handles lead-free applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 07:59:08 -0500

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.

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Metal Matrix Composite enhances thermal performance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 07:48:50 -0500

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.

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Non-Tacky Pre-Preg Materials optimize molding throughput.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 07:42:23 -0500

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.

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Composite Tube Material reduces machining time.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 07:50:18 -0500

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%.

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Kevlar Material suits rubber-based applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 23 Aug 2006 07:47:09 -0500

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.

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Composite suits pallets used in wave solder applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 08:04:03 -0500

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.

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Refractory Sheet suits applications in excess of 1,650°F.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Aug 2006 08:17:06 -0500

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.

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Refractory Sheet Board suits high-temperature applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 07:11:17 -0500

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.

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Prepreg suits multilayer PCB construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 08:09:31 -0500

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.

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Thermoset Composite provides wear resistance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 01 Aug 2006 08:05:38 -0500

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.

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Metal-Matrix Composite provides thermal management.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 13 Mar 2006 07:10:44 -0500

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.

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