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Evonik makes new glass-fibre reinforced PPA compound

13 Aug '15

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Evonik, a leader in speciality chemicals, has developed a new a glass-fibre reinforced moulding compound with superior properties based on polyphthalamide (PPA), named VESTAMID HTplus M1035 P1.

Dynamically stressed casing components in the automotive industry need outstanding mechanical properties. High burst pressure strength is essential to withstand alternating stresses. Good chemical resistance against corrosive media is also required. VESTAMID HTplus M1035 P1 was developed especially for use under these difficult conditions. The new PPA grade also achieves very good results as regards to the impact strength, according to a press release.

Dr. Simon Ting, global business director at High Temperature Polymers said, “We are pleased that the trials carried out by our customers confirm our own test results, which allow us to increase our customers' competitiveness even more.”

In addition to the excellent mechanical properties, customers also benefit from the good flow behaviour of VESTAMID HTplus M1035 P1. As a result, the surface of the injection-moulded parts tends to be smoother and defects-free.

The VESTAMID HTplus product family was developed to replace classic metal applications. It is a semi-crystalline, polyphthalamide-based material that is resistant to high temperatures with a very good price-performance ratio. It combines high temperature stability with outstanding resistance to chemicals and exceptionally good mechanical properties. (GK)

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