Provide: BASF
A model new class of nylon-based particle foam for quite a lot of automotive functions has been launched by BASF. Based mostly totally on a mixture of nylon 6 grades and developed for structural functions, Ultramid Broaden comes with a mixture of high-temperature and thermal-deformation resistance along with wonderful mechanical properties.
This particle foam consists of prefoamed particles with a defined particle measurement and density, which might be welded proper right into a 3D aspect with out producing foam waste in molding machines. The aspect is claimed to have isotropic properties (the similar mechanical properties in all directions), and a chemical response does not occur inside the foam. It boasts wonderful chemical resistance (as an example, concerned with fuels, oils and lubricants). Moreover, its closed cell foam development is claimed to produce distinctive compressive vitality, a requirement for the use in crash-relevant elements which could be uncovered to extreme mechanical requires.
Ultramid Broaden might be processed with commonplace EPP vapor-molding machines and is appropriate with quite a few thermal welding processes. The material could be utilized in quite a few automotive elements, along with occupant and battery security, structural inserts and battery cell holders. The froth is claimed to be easy to overmold with appropriate provides to create hybrid elements which could be recyclable whereas providing a monomaterial reply.