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THERMOSET COMPOSITES FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
 
 

Thermoset composites are widely used in the automotive industry due to their exceptional mechanical properties, durability, and ability to reduce vehicle weight, leading to improved fuel efficiency and performance. These materials are essential in various automotive components, from structural parts to interior and exterior features.

Advantages of Thermoset Composites in Automotive
  • Weight Reduction: Lighter than metals, thermoset composites help reduce overall vehicle weight, improving fuel efficiency and extending EV range.
  • Durability: Thermoset composites are highly durable, offering excellent resistance to corrosion, impact, and environmental degradation. 
  • Design Flexibility: Thermosets can be molded into complex shapes, allowing for greater design freedom, which is important for modern vehicle aesthetics. 
  • Thermal and Chemical Resistance: Thermoset composites withstand high temperatures and exposure to chemicals, making them ideal for under-the-hood and fuel system applications. 
  • Fatigue Resistance: These composites are less prone to fatigue than metals, improving the durability and safety of aerospace structures. 
  • Cost Efficiency in Mass Production: Thermoset composites are cost-effective for producing large quantities of lightweight automotive parts

 

Thermoset composites offer a unique combination of performance, cost-effectiveness, and design flexibility, making them increasingly important in modern automotive manufacturing, especially with the rise of electric vehicles and the demand for more fuel-efficient, lightweight vehicles.  

Epoxyglas G10/FR4

  • EV insulation  
  • Engine components

Epoxyglas G11/FR5

  • Insulators in EVs and hybrid vehicle systems 
  • Structural components in rail systems exposed to heat and vibration  

Phenolfab CE - Transmission and Powertrain components 

  • Bushings, bearings and friction plates in transmissions 
  • Components in powertrain systems and clutches

Phenolfab CYB 

  • Used in parts exposed to high temperatures, such as engine insulators and thermal shields
  • Found in systems requiring a combination of electrical insulation and mechanical strength

Phenolglas G3

  • High-temperature insulators and spacers in engine compartments
  • Structural components exposed to mechanical stress and heat 
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