What’s PA12 LCF10%?

PA12 LCF10 is based on high-performance thermoplastic polylaurylamide and is reinforced and modified by filling with 10% long carbon fibers.

The long carbon fibers in its composition endow the material with excellent strength and stiffness, enabling it to withstand large loads. Poly(dodecanolactam), on the other hand, ensures the good toughness and heat resistance of the material.

PA12 LCF10 has excellent mechanical properties. It is not only wear-resistant and compression-resistant but also can work stably in high-temperature environments. At the same time, its lightweight feature enables it to effectively reduce the overall weight in applications. Because of this, PA12 LCF10 is widely used in multiple fields such as automobiles, aerospace, and electronics, providing strong material support for the development of various industries.

Application fields

The 10% long carbon fiber reinforced modified poly(dodecanolactam) composite material has wide applications. The following are the specific fields:

I. Automotive Field
1. Components: It can be used to manufacture intake manifolds around the engine, etc. It has high heat resistance and mechanical strength, reduces weight and improves efficiency; for chassis components such as control arms, it has high stiffness and strength, enhancing handling and driving stability.
2. Body structural components: Such as door frames, it is impact-resistant, corrosion-resistant, absorbs energy during collisions, is lightweight, and saves energy and reduces emissions.

II. Aerospace Field
1. Aircraft: It is used to manufacture structural components such as wings, meeting the requirements of strength and stiffness, reducing weight and fuel consumption. It can also be used to produce internal components to improve comfort and safety.
2. Spacecraft: It is used for satellite structural frames, etc. It is radiation-resistant and ensures long-term stable operation.

III. Electronic and Electrical Field
1. Shells: It is used to manufacture shells of high-end electronic products such as laptops, with good appearance, high strength, and good electromagnetic shielding.
2. Components: Such as motor shells, it has insulation and heat resistance, improving the reliability and lifespan of electrical appliances.

IV. Sports Goods Field
1. Sports equipment: It is used to manufacture bicycle frames, etc. It has high strength and stiffness, is lightweight, and improves the user experience and competitive level.
2. Protective equipment: Such as helmets, it is impact-resistant and wear-resistant, reducing sports injuries.

V. Other Fields
1. Industrial machinery: Components such as gears have excellent mechanical and wear resistance, improving efficiency and lifespan.
2. Medical devices: Such as prosthetics, it has good biocompatibility and mechanical properties, improving treatment effects and quality of life.

Application case of PA12 LCF10

Role of intake manifold in vehicles

The main function of the intake manifold is to evenly distribute the mixture of air and fuel to each cylinder to provide sufficient oxygen for combustion. It can optimize the speed and pressure of the intake airflow, improve the intake efficiency, thereby enhancing the power performance and fuel economy of the engine. Meanwhile, the intake manifold can also play a certain buffering role to reduce the adverse effects of intake pulsation on the engine’s operation.

Innovative choice

In automobile manufacturing fields, the pursuit of higher-performance and lighter-weight components has always been an unremitting goal. And PA12 LCF10, a high-performance thermoplastic composite material reinforced by carbon fiber filling, is becoming the ideal material for automobile intake manifolds.

You should know that the intake manifold is the “breathing passage” of the engine, and its performance directly affects the working efficiency of the engine. The PA12 LCF10 composite material performs outstandingly in this aspect. The percentage of carbon fiber filling by mass reaches 10%, which endows it with extremely high strength and stiffness. Compared to traditional materials, it can withstand higher pressure and temperature, and is lighter in weight.

After actual tests, the intake manifold made of PA12 LCF10 reduces the weight by approximately 30% compared to traditional metal manifolds. This weight reduction effect is remarkable. It not only reduces the overall weight of the vehicle but also improves fuel economy. According to statistics, cars using this new type of intake manifold can save about 1 liter of fuel per 100 kilometers.

At the same time, the excellent heat resistance of PA12 LCF10 enables it to remain stable and reliable in the high-temperature environment of the engine. Its temperature resistance range can reach above 200°C, ensuring that the intake manifold will not deform or be damaged during long-term operation.

It is worth mentioning that Carbon (Xiamen) New Material, as the manufacturer of this excellent material, has brought this innovative solution to the automotive industry with its advanced technology and strict quality control.

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