High Performance PPA LCF60 for Vehicle Valve Cover
PPA LCF60 has multiple advantages. High carbon fiber content enhances its strength and rigidity for greater load-bearing. It has high heat resistance from PPA and carbon fiber. It shows superior chemical resistance, low thermal expansion coefficient, high wear resistance, and good processability.
- Manufacturer: Carbon New Material
- OEM/ODM: Acceptable
- Color: Black
- Free Samples: 3-25kgs
- MOQ: 100kgs
- Port: Xiamen, China
- Model No.: PPA-LCF-BCA6
- Filler: Long carbon fiber
Overview of PPA LCF60
PPA LCF60 is a thermoplastic composite material based on polyphthalamide (PPA) as the base substance and using 60% long carbon fiber as the filling ingredient. This high content of carbon fiber reinforcement endows this material with remarkable performance and broad application prospects.
1. Components
The main constituents of PPA LCF60 composite material include:
– Base substance: Polyphthalamide (PPA), a high-performance thermoplastic with excellent high-temperature resistance and chemical stability.
– Reinforcing filler: 60% long carbon fiber, which enhances the mechanical strength and rigidity of the material and improves its structural performance.
2. Performance Advantages
The main performance benefits of PPA LCF60% include:
1. Outstanding strength and rigidity: The carbon fiber content as high as 60% significantly enhances the tensile strength and rigidity of the material, enabling it to bear greater loads.
2. High heat resistance: The high-temperature resistance of PPA combined with the stability of carbon fiber allows this material to maintain good performance in high-temperature environments.
3. Superior chemical resistance: It has remarkable corrosion resistance to various chemicals and solvents, making it suitable for harsh working environments.
4. Low coefficient of thermal expansion: The low thermal expansion coefficient of the material ensures dimensional stability under temperature changes.
5. High wear resistance: Due to the reinforcement of carbon fiber, the material surface has excellent wear resistance.
6. Good processability: Despite the high proportion of carbon fiber, LCF60-PPA still has good processing performance and is suitable for processes such as injection molding.
3. Recycling
The recycling of PPA LCF60 composite material faces certain challenges. However, with the development of technology, effective recycling methods such as pyrolysis and solvent recovery have been proposed. These methods help reduce the environmental impact of the material and achieve sustainable development.
4. Development Prospects
With the increasing demand for high-performance, lightweight, and durable materials, PPA LCF60 composite material has broad application prospects in fields such as automobiles, aerospace, and electronic equipment. Its superior performance and continuously improved production process will promote the further expansion of its market applications.
Application Case: Innovation in Automotive Engine Components
In the modern automotive industry, the performance requirements for engine components are getting higher and higher. The PPA LCF60 composite material developed by Carbon (Xiamen) New Material Company just meets this requirement. This company has cooperated with a famous automobile manufacturer and applied PPA-LCF60 to the valve cover of a new type of high-performance engine.
During the design process, engineers chose PPA LCF60 as the material for the valve cover mainly due to its excellent high-temperature resistance and high rigidity. Although the traditional aluminum alloy valve cover has sufficient strength, it is prone to deformation under high-temperature and high-load conditions. In contrast, the carbon fiber reinforcement of PPA-LCF60 enables the valve cover to maintain a stable shape and strength in an environment with a temperature as high as 200 °C. Experimental data shows that the deformation resistance of the PPA+LCF60 valve cover has been improved by 35%, and the wear resistance is also 50% higher than that of aluminum alloy.
In addition, the lightweight characteristic of PPA LCF60 makes the weight of the valve cover about 20% lighter than that of traditional materials. This not only improves the overall efficiency of the engine but also reduces fuel consumption. These advantages have made this engine attract great attention and praise in the market.
To obtain details on product specifications, performance, and pricing, and to choose the most appropriate option for your needs, please contact the manufacturer directly. You may also request samples for evaluation to confirm that the material suits your requirements.
If you wish to purchase this composite material, please get in touch with Carbon (Xiamen) New Material directly.
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What are CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites?
CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites are materials where carbon fibers are incorporated into a thermoplastic matrix. They combine the strength and stiffness of carbon fibers with the processability and recyclability of thermoplastics. For instance, they are used in automotive parts like bumper beams.
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What are the benefits of CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites over traditional composites?
The key benefits include faster production cycles, easier recyclability, and better impact resistance. They also offer design flexibility. An example is in the manufacturing of consumer electronics casings where complex shapes can be achieved more easily.
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How are CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites processed?
Common processing methods include injection molding, extrusion, and compression molding. Injection molding is widely used for mass production. For example, in the production of small components for the medical industry.
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What industries use CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites?
They are utilized in aerospace, automotive, medical, and sports equipment industries. In aerospace, they can be found in interior components. In the medical field, they might be used in prosthetics.
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How does the carbon fiber content affect the properties of the composites?
Higher carbon fiber content generally leads to increased strength and stiffness but may reduce ductility. A moderate content is often balanced for specific applications. For example, a higher content might be preferred in structural parts of a race car.
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What are the challenges in using CF Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites?
Challenges include higher material costs, complex processing equipment requirements, and ensuring uniform fiber dispersion. Issues with adhesion between the fibers and the matrix can also arise. An example is in achieving consistent quality in large-scale production.
