PET foam for composites core material 3D|CORE™ PET

high compression-resistant foamprepreg-compatible foam

The 3D|CORE™ PET is a closed-cell, thermoplastic and recyclable high-performance rigid foam with excellent technical properties. This core is an allrounder and is particularly suitable for the construction of high-strength, lightweight components with high permanent loads. The integrated honeycomb structure creates more flexibility and simplifies handling in production. Properties of 3D|CORE™ PET: - Available density: 150 kg/m³ - Excellent fatigue resistance - Excellent long-term thermal stability up to 100°C - Very high processing temperature up to 180°C - Closed-cell foam (no water absorption, no reexpansion, no outgassing) - Long lasting - no rotting - Easy processing with all known resin systems and processes - Very high chemical resistance - Homogenous connection of all components - Excellent surface adhesion (connection between the surfaces and core) - Highly consistent material properties - Good thermal insulation - Integrated flowing aid - Low resin absorption Areas of application for 3D|CORE™ PET: - Automotive: underbody panelling, bonnet, seats, battery housing, side elements, roof, trunk, spoiler - Railway: ceiling elements, interior trim, flooring, door modules, partition walls, roof, underbody panelling, front mask - Transport: Underbody panelling, floor, interior trim, side elements, bonnet, seats - Winding applications: Tubes, tanks, sleeves, rollers - Wind energy: rotor blades, nacelles, spinner - Industry: machine housing Suitable processes: - Hand laminate - Vacuum infusion - RTM - Resin Transfer Moulding (VARTM, LRTM and HP-RTM) - Wet pressing - Autoclave - Prepreg