Solvay unveils 2 new polymers for thermal management

Ryton R-4-300 polymer also offers improved performance in elongation with best-in-class weld-line strength. This new material is suitable for thermal management modules and parts where complex geometries require robust mechanical properties.

The new series of glass fibre-reinforced PPA grades in the Amodel A-89XX ranges from 30 to 50 per cent glass-filled loading. Offering improved dimensional stability, lower moisture uptake and enhanced chemical resistance, the Amodel A-89XX series targets applications such as thermostat housings, multi-coolant valves, water inlets or outlets and crossovers, and other under-the-hood components.

“One important detail underlying the introduction of these two new, very high-performing product platforms is that Solvay’s unmatched portfolio of specialty polymers offers a single source of solutions for structural components, seals and lubrication within automotive thermal management modules and multi coolant valves,” said Brian Baleno, global automotive business manager for Solvay’s specialty polymers business unit in a press release. “Further, choosing many of our advanced polymers, allows automakers to streamline and consolidate the design of these parts.”

In addition, new products join for automotive applications, which includes Solef polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and Hyflon perfluoroalkoxys (PFA) polymers for rotary valve seals, Fomblin perfluoropolyether (PFPE) lubricants, and Tecnoflon fluoroelastomers (FKM) for O-rings and gaskets. (VM)

Fibre2Fashion News Desk – India