PPS-CF30 is a high performance plastic reinforced with 30% carbon fiber, offering exceptional strength, stiffness, and thermal stability. With a tensile strength of ≥ 180 MPa and a heat deflection temperature of ~320°C, it excels in demanding applications in automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, providing superior chemical resistance and wear resistance in extreme conditions.
PPS-CF30: The Pinnacle of High-Strength Composite Materials
- Model number: PPS-CFB-CA3
- Matrix Resin: Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
- Reinforcing Filler: Carbon fiber
- Appearance: Granules
- Grade: Injection/extrusion grade
- Packaging: 25kgs/bag
PPS-CF30 Material Overview
PPS-CF30 (Polyphenylene Sulfide with 30% Carbon Fiber) is an advanced high-performance engineering plastic designed for the most demanding applications. By incorporating 30% carbon fiber reinforcement, PPS-CF30 offers exceptional strength, stiffness, and dimensional stability, while retaining its outstanding chemical resistance and thermal stability. This material is specifically engineered for high-load industrial applications where durability and high performance are paramount, making it ideal for extreme environments that require superior mechanical properties.
Mechanical Properties
PPS-CF30 is tailored for applications demanding extreme stiffness and strength, along with excellent chemical resistance and dimensional stability. With 30% carbon fiber reinforcement, it offers superior mechanical performance in high load and high stress environments.
- Tensile Strength: ≥ 180 MPa
- Flexural Strength: ≥ 350 MPa
- Impact Strength: ≥ 60 kJ/m²
The 30% carbon fiber content significantly enhances rigidity, making PPS-CF30 ideal for structural components subjected to severe mechanical stress.
Thermal and Chemical Resistance
PPS-CF30 performs excellently in high-temperature and chemically aggressive environments, ensuring long term stability and consistent performance in the most demanding conditions.
- Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT): Approx. 320°C
- Long-Term Service Temperature: Up to 270°C
- Chemical Resistance: Exceptional resistance to oils, solvents, acids, alkalis, and other aggressive chemicals.
With the increased carbon fiber content, PPS-CF30 retains its exceptional chemical resistance while delivering superior strength and dimensional stability, making it highly suitable for harsh industrial applications.
Wear Resistance and Processing Characteristics
PPS-CF30 provides excellent wear resistance compared to lower carbon fiber reinforced versions, making it ideal for components exposed to intense abrasion or repetitive motion.
- Wear Resistance: Outstanding performance under high friction conditions.
- Processing Methods: Compatible with injection molding, extrusion, and other thermoplastic processing techniques. The processing temperature is slightly higher than for PPS-CF20, but still within manageable limits for PPS based materials.
The 30% carbon fiber reinforcement enhances rigidity and ensures durability while performing well in challenging, high-stress applications.
Environmental Adaptability
PPS-CF30 excels in various environmental conditions, with minimal water absorption and exceptional dimensional stability. It maintains its reliability even in outdoor, humid, or chemically aggressive environments.
Applications
PPS-CF30 is ideal for demanding, high-duty applications requiring top-tier mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability:
- Automotive Industry: Heavy-duty components such as gaskets, seals, and connectors under extreme stress.
- Industrial Manufacturing: High load bearing gears, bushings, and components exposed to severe mechanical stress and harsh chemicals.
- Electronics: Structural parts for devices requiring excellent chemical, thermal, and wear resistance.
- Aerospace: Critical components requiring superior strength, dimensional stability, and performance under extreme thermal conditions.
Summary Table for PPS-CF30
| Characteristic | Value/Description |
|---|---|
| Carbon Fiber Content | 30% |
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 180 MPa |
| Flexural Strength | ≥ 350 MPa |
| Impact Strength | ≥ 60 kJ/m² |
| Heat Deflection Temperature | Approx. 320°C |
| Long-Term Service Temperature | Up to 270°C |
| Chemical Resistance | Exceptional |
| Water Absorption | Very low |
| Processing Methods | Injection molding, extrusion |
| Wear Resistance | Outstanding performance under high friction conditions |
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Friction coefficient of PPS-CF
The friction coefficient of PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide) typically ranges from 0.3 to 0.45, while PPS-CF (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polyphenylene Sulfide) has a lower coefficient, generally between 0.2 and 0.35. The addition of carbon fiber improves hardness, wear resistance, and reduces friction, making PPS-CF more suitable for high-load, high-temperature, and high-friction applications.
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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.
